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My hair falls a lot and nails are weak too what food and medication can hlp? mom's hair is extremely light is it impossible to get thick hair cz of her
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Brittle Nails: Biotin is a coenzyme and a b vitamin and is also known as vitamin h. As a supplement, biotin is sometimes used for diabetes, brittle nails, strengthening hair and other conditions.
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