Before we had access to modern diagnostics, we relied on observation of physical signs, in addition to what the patient reported, of course. Nowadays we rely so heavily on labs and scans, that we have lost track of how our body communicates with us. 

Eastern medicine practitioners usually look at the tongue and take the pulse to gather information on internal health. However, there are other signs that can be observed by practitioners and laypeople alike.  There are several physical diagnostic tools such as the quality of your hair, skin and nails. In today's session, we dive into assessing the nails, in order to get a glimpse into the possible imbalances happening inside the body such as nutrition deficiencies, auto-immune disorders, liver health, inflammation, parasites and so much more. 

For example, longitudinal lines can be an indicator of malabsorption while horizontal lines are a sign of depletion and illness. The absence of “moons” on your nails, otherwise known as lunula, is an indicator of weakness and if too large they could be a sign of cirrhosis of your liver! Have you ever glanced down and noticed little white specs on your nails? This could mean you are mineral deficient.  

In the midst of the latest technology and advancements in Western medicine, we often forget about the importance of knowing how to read our bodies. Being aware of certain features or reactions is critical when attempting to understand our physiology. The body tells us what is happening before it shows up in labs. 

Want to learn more about your nail health? Tune in to today's session and discover what your body is trying to communicate. 

You’ll Learn: 

• Eastern and Western medicine principles of nail diagnosis
• Various nail analyses and what they mean 
• How the body communicates early warning signs of an imbalance 

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