What Your Nail Color Might Reveal About Your Health and Luck
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Beyond a person's facial features and hand features, physiognomy holds that hair, skin, and even nails can reflect one’s luck, health, and overall well-being. Many texts say teeth are an extension of the bones, and nails are an extension of the teeth—when bones are plentiful, teeth flourish; when teeth are abundant, nails grow. Put simply, nails are a further extension of the bones, while hair is an extension of the blood. Therefore, the condition of one’s nails can hint at a person’s family background, physical state, and fortune.
If someone’s nails are white—naturally white, not from polish—it indicates their health is currently poor, pointing to a deficiency of vital energy and blood regardless of gender. For men, this suggests low vigor; for women, it often signals anemia. This should be taken seriously, as it can lead to various issues related to blood and energy. If the nails are close to milky white, it further suggests a streak of bad luck, many obstacles, and modest results despite great effort. It may also point to a humble family background, or at least that the father has led a hard-working life.
If a person’s nails show many spots, that is also considered unfavorable. It suggests the individual may encounter significant misfortunes in life, or that one parent has faced major setbacks. Spots on the nails often indicate that the mother or female elders in the family have chronic health problems. People with this sign also tend to experience fluctuating fortunes—some years are good, others are not—and it often points to late marriage or delayed childbirth.
Overly red or overly dark nails are likewise seen as inauspicious. They suggest ups and downs and a tendency to attract petty conflicts. Frequently congested nails in a severe state indicate a bad temper, a propensity for anger, and a risk of sudden injuries or legal troubles. In this tradition, many involved in organized crime are said to have severely congested nails. In addition, many people like to keep long nails, which is not advisable. Nails are an extension of the bones; if they are overly exposed, it is as if the bones are exposed. Bones are better hidden than revealed—exposure is thought to invite disputes, conflicts, and entanglements.
Different fingers also carry different meanings. The thumb generally represents elders and parents, offering clues about their health, career, and background. The index finger represents peers such as siblings, friends, and partners. The middle finger reflects oneself, the ring finger relates to a spouse, and the little finger generally represents children. Therefore, if you notice your nail color changing—especially if they suddenly turn white or milky white—pay attention to possible issues involving blood and vital energy. People with white or milky white nails often experience dizziness, insomnia, and shortness of breath when walking.