Help with Hair Loss

Here are my top list of supplements to help with hair loss.

 

 

Essential Fatty Acids-improves hair texture, prevents dry brittle hair
B vitamins- important for health and growth of hair
Biotin - deficiencies have been linked to hair loss use hair products containing biotin
MSM -aids with the manufacture of keratin a protein that is a major component of hair

Vitamin C with bioflavonoids - aids in improving scalp circulation

Silica - helps to strengthen your blood vessels and improve circulation, which can stimulate the blood flow to your scalp and encourage growth. It also is a necessary component of your skin’s connective tissues and helps to strengthen your bones, nails and hair.

 

• Use apple cider vinegar and sage tea as a rinse to help hair growth
• Rosemary essential oil has been traditionally used to increase circulation to the scalp.  Add a few drops per dollop of shampoo or, better yet, add a few drops of rosemary to coconut oil and massage your scalp regularly.
• Stress management is hugely important, try deep breathing exercises, meditation, take hot Epsom Salt baths.

Diet

I generally recommend eating six to 10 servings of various vegetables daily, two portions of  fruits, and an assortment of grains and legumes and lean meat products.

 

A low-protein diet or severely calorie-restricted diet can also cause temporary hair loss. Hair is a bi-product of our bodies and is mostly made up of protein (90%) and long chains of amino acids and peptide bonds. Aim to eat more plant sources of protein, nuts, seeds, quinoa, hemp or pea protein.

 

Iron & Zinc Iron is important for transmitting oxygen to your hair follicles and zinc aid the body in repairing and growing hair. Iron rich foods - lean red meat, chicken, turkey, eggs, chickpeas, legumes, flaxseeds. Zinc rich foods- chicken, cashews, milk, salmon, cacao, pumpkin seeds etc.

 

Essential Fatty Acids . Healthy fats help the body to assimilate vitamins that are essential for hair growth.  EFA- Fish oils, nuts, seeds, flaxseeds, chia seeds , walnut, dark green leafy veg, salmon, sardines , avocado.

 

Vitamin C is used in the body to build collagen which is really vital in producing new hair cells. Food sources of vitamin C - citrus fruits, green peppers, strawberries, tomatoes, broccoli, sweet potatoes etc. Your body needs enough vitamin C to absorb iron.