Nutrient Rich food for Hair Growth

 Nutrient Rich food for Hair Growth

Sometimes despite using the best hair care products available on the market your hair appears dull and weak. Reasons can be many illnesses, stress, medication, genetics or hormonal imbalance. But even that can be controlled and reversed by eating right and providing the body the nutrients whose deficiency is making your hair weak and leading to hair fall.

For hair growth, the nutrients required are protein, biotin, omega 3 fatty acids, iron and vitamin C. There are some specific food items that provide these necessary nutrients needed for hair growth. They are-

1.      Eggs

 

Eggs are called nature’s multivitamins that contain a variety of nutrients like protein, biotin, selenium and zinc. Protein is useful in promoting hair growth as hair follicles are mostly made of protein. A low protein diet leads to hair loss. Eggs also have biotin, a B vitamin that is important for hair, skin and nail health. Zinc, selenium and other hair-healthy nutrients are also found in Eggs.

2.      Fruits

 

Fruits like berries, cherries, oranges and guavas are a rich source of vitamin C which help in collagen production and iron absorption. Antioxidant properties of vitamin C help protect hair follicles against harmful molecules called free radicles. Vitamin C also helps in iron absorption from the diet. Collagen and iron provide strength to hair and prevent making it brittle. To ensure that hair get all required nutrient for growth fruits should be consumed as they are a rich source of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B5, potassium and fiber.

3.      Fatty fishes/ chia seeds

 

Fatty fishes are a good source of nutrients like omega-3-fatty acids which are essential for hair growth. Omega supplements nourish hair and help improve hair density and diameter and reduce hair loss. It makes the hair and skin appear shiny and hydrated and increase blood flow to hair follicles. Vegetarians and vegans can get omega-3-fatty acids through flax seeds, chia seeds and walnuts.

4.      Sweet potatoes

 

Sweet potatoes are a rich source of iron, copper, potassium, magnesium and beta-carotene. Beta carotene aids cell growth, prevent hair thinning and reduce the dullness of hair. they should be part of our diet to boost hair growth.

 

5.      Yogurt

 

Applying a yogurt mask helps in boosting hair growth. It improves scalp health and reduces clogging of the follicle. This way it reduces hair fall and damage. Besides the application of a yogurt mask, yogurt consumption gives shine to hair because of the protein present in it. Yogurt also prevents hair fall and dandruff.

 

6.      Carrot

 

Carrots are rich in beta carotene, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E and phosphorus. It improves scalp health and strengthens hair follicles that stimulate hair growth and make it stronger. Applying carrot juice and consuming carrot salad are recommended.

 

7.      Green leafy veggies

Dark green leafy vegetables like spinach have all the necessary nutrients that prevent hair loss like vitamin A, iron, zinc, beta carotene, folate and vitamin C. All these nutrients promote strong hair and their deficiency leads to hair loss. Low iron is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world and plays a major role in hair loss. Regular intake of leafy green vegetables in food will remove the deficiencies of essential nutrients in the body.

 

– Monica Saxena
Certified in Holistic Health and Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | Wellness Blogger |