13/01/2026
What Your Toenails May Indicate
Toenails can sometimes reflect lifestyle, footwear, circulation, or general wellbeing. Changes are often common and harmless, especially with age.
Maintaining a balanced diet and overall healthy lifestyle may help support normal nail health.
Common observations:
Thick or brittle nails – often linked to age, footwear pressure, circulation, or fungal infection
Yellow nails – commonly associated with fungal infection, nail polish, or slow nail growth
Pale or white nails – may relate to circulation or temperature changes
Dark marks – often caused by bruising or pressure; persistent marks should be checked
Ridges – very common and usually related to nail growth or ageing
Clubbing – uncommon and should be assessed by a healthcare professional
🥗 A varied diet including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein, and healthy fats may help support normal nail growth and general wellbeing, alongside good foot care and appropriate footwear.
⚠️ Note:
This content is for general information only and is not medical advice.
If toenail changes are persistent, painful, or concerning, seek advice from a GP, pharmacist, or podiatrist.
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