systematic_review
    2010

    Nutrition and nail disease

    Cashman MW, Sloan SB

    Published in Clinics in Dermatology

    Methodology

    Review of nail anatomy, nail plate mineral composition and nail changes in malnutrition and deficiency states

    Key Findings

    Virtually every nutritional deficiency can affect nail growth; supplement use in brittle nail syndrome is largely anecdotal

    Conclusions

    Correcting underlying nutritional deficiency is the evidence-based priority in nail disease

    Limitations

    Narrative review, largely anecdotal supplement evidence

    Related Health Concerns

    Brittle Nails

    Study Details

    Year:2010
    Quality Score:6/10

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