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Yoga, Naturopathy Expert - Answered on Dec 31, 2021

Roopashree Sharma, a qualified yoga trainer and naturopathy enthusiast, is the founder of Atharvanlife.
She has completed her diploma in naturopathic medicine/naturopathy from DY Patil University and her advanced diploma in yoga teacher training/yoga therapy from the university of Mumbai.... more

Question by Anonymous on Dec 31, 2021Hindi

Dear Roopashree,
I am a female, 26, and have the bad habit of biting my nails since I was a child.
And do this all the time, even at work, without realising. Sometimes, people tell me and it is embarrassing.
This habit has also made my nails and hands very ugly.
I don’t want to wear false nails or anything like that.
Can you help? Please don’t publish my name.

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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.

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Dear Roopashree Ma’am, My daughter is 12 years old and still sucks her thumb. Her upper jaw has changed shape because of this and the skin on her thumb is ruined. We have tried everything, including making her wear socks on her hands at night and bitter nail polish. Nothing has worked. If there is any way you can help us, we would be most grateful. Please keep my name anonymous.

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It’s a common practice amongst new-born babies and toddlers as it acts as a pacifier but, if not addressed, it can stay on until later ages and create multiple problems.

We tend to look at it as a physical problem; however, it’s more of a psychological one.

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Question by Suresh - Feb 01, 2022Hindi

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

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Any skin problem has a direct connect to hygiene, as the skin is simply trying to replace the layer that is adversely affected by any kind of chemicals (like the overuse of sanitisers), etc.

If you are in the culinary field, for example, it could be from exposure to a certain oil or spice or any specific ingredient.

Just keep your hands clean and visit a physician if the situation persists.

Apply coconut oil, as it is good for the skin.

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