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Do fingernails grow slower as you age? The scientific truth

Research indicates that the rate of nail growth tends to slow by approximately 0.5% each year after the age of 25. This physiological change offers a clear answer to the question, do fingernails grow slower as you age? The process is a natural consequence of the body's aging, with multiple factors contributing to the reduced speed.

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