Diet and Hair Loss

Hairloss is an unfortunate condition that one has to face at least once in his/her lifetime, often for more people it becomes a permanant problem! Research has proven that there is a strong connection between healthy hair and a healthy body. That is why when we get sick it affects our hair, nails and skin.

Nutrients in blood nourish the hair follicles. If hair follicles become weak or distressed, hair loses its natural beauty and can become very limp or even fall out- its a great indicator of good health. These nutrients are vitamins and without vitamins, hair does not become the healthy crop we desire.

Remember; when we are sick, vitamins are absorbed from the hair by the body which results in hair loss or patchy hair growth. A healthy diet can provide all the essential vitamins to hair. So it is essential to incorporate certain foods in your daily intake. The essential vitamins and their sources are:

Vitamin A: it is an antioxidant which aids in the production of sebum on the scalp. It is found in fish liver oil, milk, cheese, meat, eggs, broccoli, spinach, cabbage, apricots, peaches, and carrots.

Vitamen C: it promotes the maintenance of healthy skin and hair. It is found in citrus fruits, strawberries, pineapples, tomatoes, kiwi fruit, green peppers, potatoes, and dark green vegetables.

Vitamin E: It aids in circulation of blood in the scalp. Rich sources of Vitamin E are wheat germ oil, soybeans, cold pressed vegetable oils, raw seeds and nuts, green leafy vegetables, and dried beans. 

Biotin: also known as Vitamin H, promotes production of keratin, most important part of hair. It enhances hair follicles and promotes hair growth. It is commonly found in whole grains, egg yolks, liver, kidney, rice, milk, and brewer’s yeast. 

Inosotil: it is essential for keeping hair follicles healthy. Main sources of Inositol are liver, citrus fruits, brewer’s yeast, and whole grains. 

Niacin or Vitamin B3: It promotes blood circulation to the scalp. Sources are fish, chicken, meat, pork, prawns, almonds, peas, beans, tomatoes, wheat products, green vegetables, turnips, carrots, milk and celery.

Pantothenic acid or Vitamin B5: Sources are mushrooms, poultry, fish, brewer's yeast, whole-grain breads, whole grain cereals, legumes, avocados, nuts, cheese, potatoes, egg yolk, milk, and bananas. It prevents hair loss and graying of hair.

Vitamin B6: Excellent sources for Vit B6 (responsible for the hair color) are spinach and bell peppers. Other sources are whole grain cereals, egg yolk and vegetables.

Vitamin B12: It prevents hair loss and found in chicken, egg, fish and milk.

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