Protein is vital for growing healthy hair and nails, both of which contain a protein called keratin. A large chicken's egg contains around 6 grams of high-quality protein. Eggs also contain a wide variety of nutrients known to contribute to healthy hair and nail growth, including zinc, vitamin B12, and vitamin A.

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