Food For Healthy Hair

On average, your hair grows about half an inch per month. So, that is six inches of hair growth a year. Now, it is not unusual for your hair to grow more than half-inch a month, for someone it may grow one inch. But the growth of your hair depends on a lot of factors. It is hard to say how fast your hair grows because it is different for everybody.

The factors that involve hair growth include genetics, hormones, diet, age, lifestyle, and more. Some people are naturally blessed with healthy shiny hair, while others care a lot for their hair, follow a proper hair care regime, still fail to get a gorgeous mane. This is because the food you eat plays a great role in determining the health of your hair. It is also important to keep your scalp clean and choose products that suit your scalp, but diet is the most important factor.

Before you go out to shell out cash on the expensive hair treatments, or professional products, read on to find out how the food you eat plays a role in the appearance of your hair. There are a lot of advantages of following a clean diet. We have listed below some foods that are beneficial to hair growth.

• Salmon and other fatty fish – Salmon is the powerhouse of Omega 3 fatty acids. Your body cannot make this fat, hence you need to get them from external sources like food or supplements. They protect your hair and skin from sun damage, thus maintain the shine and luster of your hair. If not every day, try having salmon at least a few times a month.
• Avocado – Avocado is rich in Vitamin E which has amazing properties for skin and hair. It has all the important nutrients that your body requires. Vitamin E promotes hair growth by repairing hair follicles. It also deeply conditions the hair. So, if you are prone to split ends, loading on Vitamin E is a good idea because it will make your hair strong and shiny. Incorporate it into your diet by making a smoothie or salad.
• Eggs – Your hair is build up of a protein called keratin. Your hair needs a good source of protein to remain healthy. You can eat the healthiest of foods, but if your diet lacks protein your hair will not grow and be unhealthy. Eggs are rich in biotin and protein. Biotin helps to break down the protein into amino acids and is also rich in Vitamin A and D, and Calcium.
• Seeds and Nuts – Add nuts like walnut, peanuts, almond to your diet. They are loaded with protein, biotin, zinc, Vitamin E, protein, and zinc. The nutrients present in nuts will strengthen hair, nourish the scalp, reduce thinning and promote hair growth.
• Seeds like sunflower, flax, pumpkin seeds are considered superfood. They promote a healthy scalp and slows down hair breakage by reducing free radical damage. Add a handful of seeds in your morning cereal, or pancakes, add them when you bake. Snack on them because they are tasty and will be beneficial for your health. 
• Leafy vegetables like Spinach and Kale – Lack of iron leads to hair fall, and deteriorates the health of your hair. Iron supplies oxygen to your hair follicles, so it is essential for your diet to be rich in iron-rich food. It keeps your hair full and promotes hair growth. There are excessive amounts of Vitamin A, B6, K, and C, potassium, calcium in Kale. Spinach is also rich in the same nutrients but lower amounts. These leafy vegetables control the production of sebum in your scalp. If you suffer from dry scalp, add more spinach and kale to your diet. You can eat them raw in smoothie or salad, or cook them.
• Yogurt – Most fermented food contains probiotics. Probiotics are good bacteria that help in the smooth functioning of your body and make you feel good. Probiotics help in hair growth and stop hair loss. Yogurt contains probiotics, so you should try to consume it daily.
• Meat – Meat is a high source of protein. Protein is all you need to keep your hair healthy. Avoiding protein will weaken your hair and make it fragile. Red meat is also rich in ferritin which stores iron. Have a considerable portion of meat for lunch or dinner.

As a kid, we had read about a balanced diet. Our diet should have an equal portion of all the right nutrients. This food mentioned above should be present in equal amounts in your daily diet because some of them are rich in iron, some in protein, and others in vitamins. Pay attention to the food you eat. You should not consume too much meat because they are protein-rich, neither should you eat too many seeds and nuts. Eat everything, but in the right quantities.

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