Sneaky Ways Your Nails Could Show Signs Of A Potential Health Issue

Anna Efetova via Getty Images Did you know that your nails can reveal a lot about your health? Stern said that acquired clubbing — which has its onset later in life, not at birth — is often due to an internal health issue and may signify lung or heart problems. Brittle nails: This issue can be due to aging, genetics, water and chemical exposure, damage from nail cosmetics, or certain medical issues. “It’s important to note that changes in nail color are not always indicative of health problems,” Nahabedian said. “Many factors, including genetics, aging and nail care practices, can affect the color of your nails.” Stern said the following colors and condition could potentially be linked to certain health issues, in some cases.