The Healthy Hair Diet

The Healthy Hair Diet

Hair is a key sign to determining an individual’s overall health. If you are health, your hair will reflect it. Your hair strength and texture is directly affected by eating a sufficient amount of vitamins, minerals, and proteins. In addition, adequate intake of water will keep you hydrated and energetic.

Protein: Having a sufficient amount of protein in your diet will improve the overall quality of your hair. Some sources of protein are very high in fat. These sources, such as nuts, are very energy dense. This means that there is a large amount of calories in a very small amount of the food. While you aren’t eating very much, you are being supplied with a large amount of energy (calories). Nuts are a great source of protein, but should have limited intake. Beans are an incomplete protein, so if you choose to consume beans as a protein source, be sure to pair them with rice.

Fatty Acids: Fatty acids are found in fish, oils, and nuts. It is important to incorporate a small amount of essential fatty acids in your diet to maintain hair health.

Vitamins and Minerals: Many vitamins and minerals are not supplied through food. Therefore, it is a good idea to start a multivitamin regiment. This will allow you to get adequate intake of all essential and non essential vitamins and minerals. After being on a vitamin regiment for a few weeks, you will begin to notice a difference in your overall energy level as well! Additionally, you can get vitamin C through vegetable and fruit intake.