Four ways your fingernails could be warning you of high cholesterol

While it might not be immediately apparent, your fingernails could provide subtle hints about your cholesterol levels.

 Recognizing these signs early can help you tackle the problem before it becomes life-threatening.

High cholesterol can cause slight alterations to your nails, some of which may go unnoticed for a long period.

 One key indicator is a change in the natural color of your nails.

Those with high cholesterol might observe their nails turning yellowish. Small bumps, known as xanthomas, might also appear due to cholesterol accumulation under the skin.

Your nails might also lose their natural color and become paler. This is because our blood flow gives our nail beds their pinkish hue.

vA loss of color could suggest reduced circulation due to cholesterol blockages. Besides color, the thickness of your nails is another aspect to monitor

High cholesterol can result in unusually thick nails or brittle ones that break easily. In rare cases, dark lines,

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