The nation is full of salons where you can get beautified, bedazzled nails, if that’s your sort of thing. If not, and you’re like many of us, you’re donning slightly dirty nails that are a bit longer than they should be. The one thing these two nails types have in common is that they are most likely home to a plethora of microscopic creatures. Trimming your nails to the perfect short length can keep you well and worry-free. After learning the truth about long nails, you may consider ditching your fancy salon talons for a shorter look.
Why a Short Nail Is a Healthy Nail
Picture everything your fingers touch daily and you can start to understand the potential for bacteria spread from dirty, long nails. Long nails give bacteria and fungus a place to settle and grow which can multiply your odds for getting sick. It may be gross to think about, but bacteria under your nails (hundreds of thousands per fingertip) can easily transfer into your body when you touch your eyes, nose, mouth, or even the food you eat. Since toes are typically covered by socks and shoes, they are even more habitable for bacteria growth. Keeping nails short minimizes potential for bacterial spread and presents an image of hygiene to others.
Nails Too Long or Too Short Are Prone to Damage
If left to grow, long nails can also be susceptible to injury or breaking if impacted. Similarly, both long and overly short nails can result in ingrown nails. Ingrown nails divert off of their natural growth course and start painfully entering the skin.
The Perfect Nail
The ideal nail trim keeps a sliver of nail running along…
ORIGINAL ARTICLE: The Joint Chiropractic — https://www.thejoint.com/georgia/hiram/hiram-04055/323378-keeping-nails-trimmed-for-your-health
C.B. James Writing 