Dear Roopashree,
The skin around my nails peels all the time and it is very painful. Plus it looks very ugly.
How do I solve this problem?
Suresh

As our skin is our largest sensory organ, it is a good indicator of inner health. For the same reason, it is also affected the most by outer changes.

To check on your inner health, you can do a simple blood test to rule out diabetes.

Enhance blood circulation through regular walks.

If it turns out to be just an external symptom, you should check your exposure to chemicals -- detergents can also affect the skin.

A simple remedy to remove dead skin is to apply potato juice (strain grated potato to get the juice) on the affected skin area. Wash it off once the juice dries.

If the problem still persists, do visit an Ayurveda practitioner to understand the root cause and get the necessary treatment.

These are just minor compulsive disorders due to nervousness or overthinking.

Rather than stressing over the habit, we should focus on controlling our mind.

Indulge in gardening activities every day, practice meditation in the morning and before going to bed.