2. Horizontal Ridges (Beau’s Lines): Indicator of Stress or Illness
What it looks like: Lines running horizontally across the nail.
What it might mean: These can appear after severe illness, injury, surgery, or extreme stress—times when nail growth temporarily stops.
What to do: Manage stress and monitor your health. Persistent lines should be evaluated by a doctor to rule out conditions like diabetes or autoimmune disorders.
3. Spoon-Shaped Nails (Koilonychia): Possible Iron Deficiency Anemia
What it looks like: Nails that curve inward like small spoons.
What it might mean: Often linked to iron deficiency anemia, where the body lacks enough red blood cells to carry oxygen effectively.
What to do: Increase iron intake through foods like red meat, lentils, and leafy greens. Supplements may help if recommended by a doctor.
