Foods That Prevent Hair Loss

We all know that eating right is important to our health and it is as equally important to our hair! Healthy hair needs nutrients to continue to grow. Did you know that when you do not consume the right nutrients, it could cause hair loss? For example, not having enough B Vitamin, called biotin, can lead to hair loss. Another example of important daily intake is protein. Without enough protein, your body can’t replace the hair that you naturally lose every day.

Our Transitions Hair Loss Center Nu Hair of TX know hair and what nutrients are needed to provide healthy hair. Here are the most notable nutrients you must have for healthy hair growth and prevention of hair loss.

Vitamin E, Protein, and Omega-3

Fish like salmon or sardines have lots of Vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids and protein. They help feed the oil gland around your hair follicles that grow your hair and protect it from UV light and disease. They also help your hair have a beautiful natural shine. Flaxseeds are also full of healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Almonds and other nuts are also excellent source of vitamin E.

More Protein and B5 Vitamin

Yogurt has protein and B5 vitamin. Protein is the building block of your hair and Vitamin B5 helps with the flow of your blood to your hair, and brings oxygen and nutrients to your hair follicles.

Eat Your Greens

The dark green leafy spinach is full of nutrients and antioxidant. It has vitamin A, plus iron, beta-carotene, and vitamin C. Getting too little iron can lead to hair loss. These nutrients keep your hair moisturized so it doesn’t break and also help your hair’s growth cycle.

Vitamin C

Guava fruit has lots of vitamin C. It protects your hair from brittle ends and breaking off. Your body needs vitamin C to process your protein and build stronger hair in addition to it’s many other benefits, such as being a great antioxidant.

Even More Protein and Iron

Your hair needs iron and protein. Iron deficiency results in hair loss. Red beef, especially organic meats like liver. You will also find iron in beans, fortified cereal, grains, soybeans and lentils. Eggs and chicken have lots of iron, as well as rich in B vitamin, remember Biotin that helps your hair grow!

Beta-Carotene

Sweet potatoes are a source of beta-carotene. Beta-carotene turns into vitamin A in our body. Vitamin A helps with the oily fluid called sebum that helps lubricate hair and adds shine, moisture, elasticity, and prevents dry or dull hair.

Zink

Your hair needs zinc and it can be found in pumpkin seeds. This mineral prevents scalp dryness. Yogurt, nuts, fortified cereal also have good amount of zinc.

Premature hair loss is caused by many factors, but eating the important nutrients will help in providing bar essentials to healthy hair, while adding strength to your hair and avoid hair loss.