The gals here all have long hair and we are all concerned with it's condition. Here is some vital information garnered from WebMD. "Your hair grows about 1/4 to 1/2 inch every month, and the foundation of
all of our new hair, skin,
and nail growth is the nutrients we eat," says Dawn Jackson Blatner, RD, a
Chicago-based dietitian. "If you eat a healthy diet,
you will grow stronger and healthier cells throughout your entire body --
inside and out." Beware of beauty products that claim hair miracles because they can backfire. For instance, too much Vitamin A can create hair loss according to WebMD.
Here are the Top 4 Foods for Healthy Hair:
#1 Salmon or Ground Flaxseed (For fellow vegetarians) - To ward off dullness, both give essential omega 3 fats.
#2 Dark Green Vegetables - Natural source of calcium, iron and vitamins A & C which help the body produce sebum, the oily substance that naturally conditions & shines.
#3 Beans - Legumes like lentils & kidney beans provide enough protein to promote hair growth while also providing iron, zinc & biotin.
#4 Nuts - Provides thick, shiny hair by providing selenium & zinc. Brazil, walnuts, cashews, pecans and almonds. A zinc deficiency can lead to hair shedding.
