How to Eat for Healthy Hair

Healthy hair is a sign that your diet has the proper nutrients. If your hair is brittle, lacks shine and is slow to grow, it may indicate that your diet is poor or perhaps there is a hidden medical condition you are not aware of. There are shampoos and conditioners that claim they make your hair look healthy, but most people would prefer to have true healthy hair from the roots to the tips. This article will provide several items you can add to your diet for healthy hair.

Instructions

How to Eat for Healthy Hair

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  Eat a diet high in essential fatty acids like omega 3 fatty acids. Foods like salmon, flax seed, walnuts and almonds are very high in omega 3 fatty acids.

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  Eat a diet high in vitamin B12, B6 and folic acid. Consumer more sweet and white potatoes, bananas, spinach, tomatoes, citrus, whole grains and lentils.

• 3

  Consume more healthy proteins like fish, lean chicken, eggs and soy each day. These proteins are critical for hair growth and health.