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In biology, a hard, flat, flexible outgrowth of the digits of primates (humans, monkeys, and apes). Nails are composed of keratin.
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HANDSSpoon-shaped nails that curl up at the sides WHAT IT COULD MEAN: Spoon nails are a sign of the iron-deficiency anaemia.
What is your body trying to tell you? by The Mirror (London, England)
Iron should be taken as directed by a physician, as deficiency produces spoon nails and/or vertical ridges.
You Can Tell the Health of Your Body by How Your Finger Nails Look by Darrell Miller / Food/cooking/nutrition community
HANDS Spoon-shaped nails that curl up at the sides WHAT IT COULD MEAN: Spoon nails are a sign of the iron-deficiency anaemia.
What is your body trying to tell you? Dear Miriam by The Mirror (London, England)
 
 
 
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