Nail Care: Repair Brittle Nails and Toenail Fungus Cures

Brittle nails that crack and split are often linked to vitamin deficiencies or damage from acrylics. Learn how to kill toenail fungus, repair cuticles, and use the best vitamins to achieve long, strong, and fast-growing nails.

Cause of Vertical Ridges on Fingernails

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Rica Lewis

According to the Mayo Clinic, the nails are composed of laminated layers of a protein called keratin. This same protein is also found in the hair and skin. The nails are made up of several parts, including the nail beds, folds, cuticles and lunula.

A health-care professional for more than 10 years, Rica Lewis has obtained numerous certifications in the industry. In 2006 she began channeling her knowledge into health-related articles for print and online publications. Her work has appeared in "Metroparent Magazine," "Anew Heart Healthcare Magazine" and community newspapers. Lewis earned a diploma from LongRidge Writers Institute.