How to Make a Nourishing Tea for Healthy Nails
I get a lot of manicures. As a result, my nails are weak and they peel rather easily.
Are you experiencing weak nails as well? The causes are numerous. You could be missing key nutrients in your diet. Your nails may be dry. If you work with your hands, they could simply be under stress.
If your nails are less than perfect, the first thing you should do is see your doctor to rule out the possibility of infection.
In my case, my nails are brittle because of the manicures--so I make the following tea blend that is rich in minerals such as silica and calcium which are essential for nail health.
Things You'll Need:
1 tbsp. oatstraw
1 tbsp. stinging nettle leaves
2 tbsp. chamomile flowers
1 tsp. horsetail
1 tsp. dried spearmint
1
Combine all of the ingredients in a glass container. Cover and shake to distribute.
2
Store the container away from light and excess heat.
3
When you're ready to make the tea, add 1.5 teaspoons for each cup of boiling water.
4
Let it steep for 15 minutes. Strain and drink right away. You can also serve it iced.
Tips & Warnings
It will take at least a month to see any improvement.
Purchase the herbs from a reliable source such as Mountain Rose Herbs (see Resources below).
In addition to drinking the tea, I consume more protein and make sure I take my multivitamin each day.
Consult with a doctor, especially if your nails don't get stronger after a few months.
http://www.ehow.com/how_2225141_nourishing-tea-healthy-nails.html
I get a lot of manicures. As a result, my nails are weak and they peel rather easily.
Are you experiencing weak nails as well? The causes are numerous. You could be missing key nutrients in your diet. Your nails may be dry. If you work with your hands, they could simply be under stress.
If your nails are less than perfect, the first thing you should do is see your doctor to rule out the possibility of infection.
In my case, my nails are brittle because of the manicures--so I make the following tea blend that is rich in minerals such as silica and calcium which are essential for nail health.
Things You'll Need:
1 tbsp. oatstraw
1 tbsp. stinging nettle leaves
2 tbsp. chamomile flowers
1 tsp. horsetail
1 tsp. dried spearmint
1
Combine all of the ingredients in a glass container. Cover and shake to distribute.
2
Store the container away from light and excess heat.
3
When you're ready to make the tea, add 1.5 teaspoons for each cup of boiling water.
4
Let it steep for 15 minutes. Strain and drink right away. You can also serve it iced.
Tips & Warnings
It will take at least a month to see any improvement.
Purchase the herbs from a reliable source such as Mountain Rose Herbs (see Resources below).
In addition to drinking the tea, I consume more protein and make sure I take my multivitamin each day.
Consult with a doctor, especially if your nails don't get stronger after a few months.
http://www.ehow.com/how_2225141_nourishing-tea-healthy-nails.html
