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Vitamins and lifestyle changes have been shown to encourage hair to grow and reduce
hair loss. Balding is a genetic trait but good nutrition can play a part in hair growth.
Hair products, such as masks, shampoos and leave on conditioners can also prevent hair
loss and restore healthy, vibrant hair. Adding nutrients will help regrow hair.
1. Protein Grows Hair
Because the hair is made of protein, a protein deficiency can cause hair loss. Add protein
to the diet by including animal products, such as meat and dairy, or protein shakes made
from whey.
2. Vitamin C is Needed for Healthy Hair
Vitamin C is also a component of healthy hair. Citrus fruits, such as oranges and lemons,
are especially high in vitamin C, as are green peppers. Suggested dosage is 1,000 to 3,000
mg a day.
3. B Vitamins Increase Hair Growth
Biotin and the complex B vitamins are needed to grow hair. B3 helps increase circulation
to the scalp, thereby encouraging hair growth. It is best to take a supplement that
includes all of the B vitamins, called a B complex supplement, as the nutrients work
synergistically.
4. Iron Reduces Hair Loss
The mineral iron helps increase circulation in the scalp as well, which then fuels hair
growth. Foods that are high in iron include liver, apricots and raisins.
5. Drink Water to Grow Hair
The hair shaft is comprised of one quarter water. Drink at least 4 to 8 cups of water a
day to stay hydrated and grow healthy hair.
6. Reduce Alcoholic Beverages to Reduce Hair Loss
Drinking alcohol reduces hair growth. Reduce or eliminate alcohol from the diet and you
will see an increase in hair growth.
7. Hormones Influence Hair Growth
Hormones influence the production of hair. Hormones decrease with age and slow hair
growth. Increasing hormones can increase hair growth. Adding bio-identical hormones for
women is a possibility, but accurate blood tests are needed to identify and balance the
various hormonal components in the body. Natural foods contain some hormones as well, for
instance, wild yam is a natural source of estrogen.
8. Vitamin E Grows Hair
Vitamin E is another nutrient needed to grow hair. It stimulates the circulation in the
scalp and can be taken internally or applied to the scalp.
9. Smoking Causes Hair Loss
Smoking cigarettes reduces the blood flow to the scalp and this causes a reduction in hair
growth. Stop smoking to help hair grow.
10. Vitamin A Feeds Healthy Hair
Vitamin A helps create vibrant shiny hair because it works with the fat synthesis in the
hair follicles and spurs hair growth. Foods that contain vitamin A include eggs, kale,
squash, and carrots. (Melanie Grimes, citizen journalist) http://www.naturalnews.com/z028251_hair_loss_balding.html
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