Nutrition Flashcards by Yvanna Lucca | Brainscape

Q

List important vitamins for nail health

A

Protein
Vitamin C
iron & zinc
Vitamin B12

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Q

Deficiency in protein results in..

A

White bands across the nails

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Q

Deficiency in vitamin C results in..

A

Hang nails

Swelling of nail tissue

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Q

Deficiency of iron or zinc results in..

A

Poor nail growth

White spots

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Q

Deficiency in vitamin B12 results in..

A

Excessive dryness

Rounded and curved ends

Darkening of nails

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