Always Sick? It Could Be Due To This Very Common Bad Habit

In a photo by Adrian Swancar on Unsplash, the author confesses to being a nail-biter, a habit that affects around 20-30% of adults according to Psychology Today. Chronic nail biting, known as onychophagia, can have detrimental impacts on health, including dental problems, fungal infections, and tissue damage. To stop nail biting, experts recommend keeping nails short, using bitter nail polish, getting manicures, wearing gloves, identifying triggers, and keeping hands or mouth busy. Additional support is available through organizations like Mind, Samaritans, CALM, The Mix, and Rethink Mental Illness.

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