Are you feeding your
hair? You are what you eat and your hair is no exception. These are the foods you can incorporate in
your every day meals for healthier hair:
1. Eggs
Eggs are rich in B vitamins called
biotin, which helps strengthen hair and promotes hair growth. It's also packed
with proteins, minerals, selenium, iron, zinc and sulfur making it a power food
for healthy hair.
2. Salmon
Omega-3 fatty acids are important
fats our bodies can't make ourselves so we need to source it from food. That's
why salmon is healthy hair's best friend. Omega-3s help maintain
both oil and moisture which keep your scalp and hair
hydrated. Other fish like herring, sardines, trout and mackerel and plant
sources including avocado, pumpkin seeds and walnuts are also good sources of
Omega-3s.
3. Oysters
Oyster is an important source for
zinc. When you don't have enough zinc, keratin bonds in your hair start to
weaken leading to hair loss.
4. Chicken
Protein is what most of your hair is
made up of and is an important element in strengthening your hair. Without
sufficient protein, hair essentially goes on strike leading to an overall loss
of hair. Chicken, along with fish, grass-fed beef or lean pork loin are all
good sources of lean proteins.
5. Beans
Beans also pack a protein
punch to promote hair growth. They're also a great source of hair friendly
vitamins and minerals like iron, zinc and biotin. Kidney beans and soybeans
are especially great choices.
6. Black Sesame
Black sesame seeds are loaded with niacin. Niacin helps to
maintain the structure of blood cells and improves blood circulation.
Increased blood flow to your scalp, brings more oxygen and nutrients to your
hair follicles, ultimately promoting hair growth.
7. Dairy Products
Calcium is an important mineral included in dairy products like low-fat milk
and yogurt. When you don't have enough calcium, nerve cells in your brain won't
function properly bringing a negative effect in hair growth.
8. Dark Chocolate
40% -60% cacao chocolates have polyphenols acting as a great anti-aging
element to your hair.
Hope you enjoyed reading about some of the foods that promote your healthy
hair. Of course there are other foods good for your hair so we encourage you to
look into them as well. We also believe that extreme dieting and food
restrictions are unhealthy both for your hair and your body. Build your beauty
from within with well-balanced nutritious meals every single day.
