"Give me a head with hair, long beautiful hair..."
Bite This: According to a British survey conducted by Tresemme, women spend an estimated $50,000 in their lifetime on hair care. Why spend so much when you can have long lasting effects by what you eat?
Hair. Some of us have it, some of us don't. Blonde, black, brown, red, curly straight...no matter what kind of hair we have or don't have, we want something different. "Shining, gleaming, streaming, flaxen, waxen, give me down to there hair, shoulder length or longer, here baby, there, mamma..."
But wouldn't it be cool if we could just make our own hair fantastically awesome just by eating the right stuff? Well, you are in luck because there are certain nutrients that can do just that. It may take months before you notice because it starts at the follicle, but you will notice!
1. Protein - not only is protein good for preserving lean muscle mass, among many other functions, it is also good for your hair. Keritonocytes which make keratin is a type of protein essential for hair growth. (Note: If you are bald, no matter how much protein you eat, you probably won't get that hair back, sorry.) Eating eggs and lean meat can improve the quality of your hair. Protein deficient? You may notice hair loss or thinning of the hair.
2. Omega - 3 fatty acids - Omega -3's are pretty much the best thing ever. I have mentioned omega-3 many times before for its ability to help reduce risk of heart disease, but omega -3's are also great for your hair. Omega-3 fatty acids help increase circulation and reduce inflammation of your scalp which can help replenish dry, brittle hair, and may even reduce hair loss. Try some flaxseed in your oatmeal or 3 ounces of salmon for dinner.
3. Vitamin E - Vitamin E is an antioxidant and can help restore hair that has been damaged by the sun. Eat some walnuts for a double whammy of Vitamin E and omega-3's.
4. Biotin - Biotin plays a role in metabolism of protein which as mentioned above is important for hair growth. Biotin is found in egg yolks, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.
5. Vitamin D - there is some evidence that vitamin D also plays a role in nourishing and maintaining healthy hair. Eating low fat dairy products such as Greek yogurt can help give you that vitamin D that your body craves.
6. Iron and folate - Ever hear that prenatal vitamins help improve hair and nails? Not only do they contain some nutrients listed above, but they also contain more iron and folate than other vitamins which are helpful for hair growth and strength.
Your hair and skin may be on the outside but they reflect what is going on on the inside. Hair loss and brittle nails are good indications that you are deficient in vital nutrients. If you crave long, luxurious hair (and c'mon, who doesn't?) you can help get it just from eating right!
Sound bite: Try to eat one of these foods every day for the next month and see what happens.
Hair. Some of us have it, some of us don't. Blonde, black, brown, red, curly straight...no matter what kind of hair we have or don't have, we want something different. "Shining, gleaming, streaming, flaxen, waxen, give me down to there hair, shoulder length or longer, here baby, there, mamma..."
But wouldn't it be cool if we could just make our own hair fantastically awesome just by eating the right stuff? Well, you are in luck because there are certain nutrients that can do just that. It may take months before you notice because it starts at the follicle, but you will notice!
1. Protein - not only is protein good for preserving lean muscle mass, among many other functions, it is also good for your hair. Keritonocytes which make keratin is a type of protein essential for hair growth. (Note: If you are bald, no matter how much protein you eat, you probably won't get that hair back, sorry.) Eating eggs and lean meat can improve the quality of your hair. Protein deficient? You may notice hair loss or thinning of the hair.
2. Omega - 3 fatty acids - Omega -3's are pretty much the best thing ever. I have mentioned omega-3 many times before for its ability to help reduce risk of heart disease, but omega -3's are also great for your hair. Omega-3 fatty acids help increase circulation and reduce inflammation of your scalp which can help replenish dry, brittle hair, and may even reduce hair loss. Try some flaxseed in your oatmeal or 3 ounces of salmon for dinner.
3. Vitamin E - Vitamin E is an antioxidant and can help restore hair that has been damaged by the sun. Eat some walnuts for a double whammy of Vitamin E and omega-3's.
4. Biotin - Biotin plays a role in metabolism of protein which as mentioned above is important for hair growth. Biotin is found in egg yolks, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.
5. Vitamin D - there is some evidence that vitamin D also plays a role in nourishing and maintaining healthy hair. Eating low fat dairy products such as Greek yogurt can help give you that vitamin D that your body craves.
6. Iron and folate - Ever hear that prenatal vitamins help improve hair and nails? Not only do they contain some nutrients listed above, but they also contain more iron and folate than other vitamins which are helpful for hair growth and strength.
Your hair and skin may be on the outside but they reflect what is going on on the inside. Hair loss and brittle nails are good indications that you are deficient in vital nutrients. If you crave long, luxurious hair (and c'mon, who doesn't?) you can help get it just from eating right!
Sound bite: Try to eat one of these foods every day for the next month and see what happens.
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