nail moons

[donq]

I’ve just read this and would like to share.

  


The nail moons or lunula are the crescent-shaped whitish area of the bed of a fingernail or toenail.

Dr. Fredda Branyon, a doctor who has dedicated her life to the advancement of complementary medicine wrote:
“Most everyone, healthy or not, have moons on their thumbs. So for this exercise, lets not count the thumbs. The thumb moons can however give you an idea of what moons look like, if you don’t have them on the other fingers. We have found that when there are no moons or slight moons on only a few fingers, this can mean the immune system is sluggish. It also is a big indication for low thyroid.
“I remember a lady that came to our clinic with the complaint that she was tired all the time and had trouble loosing weight. When her nails were observed, it was found that she had no nail moons except on her thumbs. After blood work was done, she was put on a natural thyroid. When she came back to the clinic three weeks later for her follow up, she had beautiful moons on all fingers. Her tiredness had improved so she was able to move around more. She was on her way to a healthier lifestyle, feeling better about herself.

“A few other things to look for and the possible meanings are:

* No color of the nails can indicate anemia.
* Yellow or brownish color could indicate fungus, diabetes, use of certain medications, or psoriasis.
*White nail color, soft and crumbly nails may mean fungus.
* Longitudinal nail ridges can be an indication of kidney failure or poor absorption of vitamins and minerals.
*Horizontal ridges may indicate poor nutrition.
*Clubbing of the nails can indicate heart problems, respiratory problems or cirrhosis of the liver. It can also indicate a blood circulation problem.
*Loose nail plates may indicate Raynaud’s disease, Lupus, certain use of medications and chemotherapy reactions.
* Bluish colored nails can be that you are not getting enough oxygen. If you have a cough or shortness of breath it could mean some heart failure or chronic lung trouble. Please see your doctor right away.
* A brown or black spot that begins at the base of the nail may indicate a clue for your doctor to check for melanoma.

P.S. I got a wrong idea about this for a long time. I thought no moons meant being healthy. Hahaha.

[sparklekaz]

Hi Monty,

This was very interesting. Though I have to say it worried me a bit, because I could hardly see mine. I've been obsessing over them all day lol

Love and light
Kaz

[donq]

Hi Karen,

Hmm….I cannot see mine either.
So, welcome to the club? Hahaha.

I could not find what I read before. It was about the research conducting by Chinese doctors, telling that it had something to do with depression? Well, how come I (we) have got any depression? Come on, we are spiritual persons.

[donq]

Hi Alena,

Sorry to hear about your fungal infection. Honestly I don’t know how to heal it. I mean I did some searching for you (I kind of good at that). I think the following method makes sense the most. As I know for sure that our (dirty-not washed) hands are the culprits in many cases.
Sorry that It’s a bit long. But it might benefit other, too.

Best Methods and (Home) Remedies

There are various types of skin infections such as athlete's foot, ringworm, Jock itch and many more. The general symptoms of these skin infections include itching, rashes, redness, skin shedding and sometimes bleeding. Sometimes fungus is easily visible but most of the times, the fungus is present in the first layer of the skin. Skin infections are common in the feet area and its main cause is moistness. Due to sweat, germs and bacteria are accumulated on the skin. Sweat is usually accumulated because of shoes worn for long period of time.

First and foremost, wash your skin with an antiseptic soap before starting the treatment. This will eliminate the dirt and germs that are accumulated on it. After cleansing the skin, dry it with either a dry cloth or a hair dryer. It is very important to keep the skin clean and dry at all times so that the fungus does not spread. This treatment should be conducted every time you remove your footwear as feet are the main breeding ground for skin fungus. This is considered to be the first step to skin fungus home remedies. Another skin fungus home remedy would be to get rid of the dead skin as soon as you see it. Dead skin is also another reason for the spread of fungus. In case of ringworm, apply apple cider vinegar on a cotton ball and gently massage on the infected area. Practice this method three to four times in a day and you will see the ringworm reducing in a week. Another skin fungus remedy is to use a small amount of nail polish on the infected area. The nail polish will dry the area immediately and healing will be much faster. These are some of the best known skin fungus remedies.

Precautions & Prevention

Apart from the remedies, there are a few precautions you need to keep in mind so that the skin fungus does not appear again. It is highly advisable to remove your footwear whenever you get a chance. Because of sweat, the feet remain moist which becomes a breeding ground for fungi. Apply baby powder before putting on your socks and shoes. Dry the feet immediately after washing it properly with soap. Use an antiperspirant to keep your feet dry at all times. It is also recommended not to use the same footwear two days in a row. Use alternate pairs so that the previous pair has enough time to dry itself. Skin fungus treatment should be started as soon as possible in order to avoid severe problems.

How to Get Rid of Skin Fungus

If you are wondering how to cure skin fungus, the answer is rather simple. Skin fungus is the easiest of all ailments to cure. Before you start any treatment or skin fungus remedies, you must ensure that your skin is clean and dry. There may be dirt and germs accumulated on your skin that should be eliminated by washing thoroughly first. The fungus will not spread if you have cleansed the skin thoroughly. For feet, toes and the groin region, it is important to wash thoroughly and keep the skin dry. A lot of people what to know how to get rid of skin fungus fast. However, like all other treatments, the treatment of skin fungus also takes its time, though the prognosis is usually very good in all cases. Exfoliating regularly and allowing dead skin to slough off can help contain the spread of fungus.

For skin fungus’ white spots, treatment can be performed using apple cider vinegar. In case you have ringworm, simply apply some apple cider vinegar on the affected skin and allow it to heal. You can use a ball of cotton to gently massage the apple cider vinegar into the skin. This method can be practiced several times a day, and you can see favorable results in a matter of a week. Skin fungus on the back or on the feet can also be cured using this method. Skin fungus white spots treatment can also be done using the same method. The white spots on the face or other parts of the body are caused by a condition known as tinea versicolor. In tinea versicolor, the fungus causes the melanocytes of the skin to stop producing melanin. This condition can be very difficult to manage, if not treated right away. For skin fungus cure in this condition, antifungal ointments, or a tea tree oil ointment can help. Tea tree oil, which is known to be one of the most effective solutions for fungal infections, can be effectively used mixed with some carrier oil. Skin fungus on the back may be due to sweaty clothes. Maintaining good hygiene and wearing loose fitting cotton clothes, which allow air to pass through, can really help prevent any skin fungus conditions.

Hydrogen peroxide is also considered a good treatment for fungal infections. Soak yourself twice a day in a solution of water and hydrogen peroxide. The peroxide solution kills off the fungal strains. Your skin may be sensitive to peroxide at first. Therefore, it is best to use a very dilute solution of peroxide when you first use it. If you can’t find hydrogen peroxide, you can also use facial or skin bleach to kill off the microbes. If your skin gets irritated to bleach, try an herbal bleach formulation on the sensitive skin. You can also use essential oils such as garlic oil, tea tree oil, and oregano essential oil to kill off the fungus that is growing on your skin. However, do get the instructions to use these oils from a certified aroma therapist before you begin using them.
-from the website: Home remedies for you