Nutrients for Hair Regrowth

Nutrients for Hair Regrowth
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Nutrients for hair regrowth provide natural remedies to help you obtain a healthy head of hair. Nutrients will nourish your body both internally and externally. Eating a well-balanced diet will provide the nutrients needed for successful hair regrowth. Do not concentrate only on eating one or two foods or you will defeat the purpose. Do not expect miracle cures. It takes time to see results from properly nourishing your body and hair.

Inositol

Inositol is a B vitamin that plays an essential role in hair loss and hair regrowth. Lack of this nutrient can cause balding, according to Stop Hair Loss. Consuming this nutrient can stimulate hair regrowth. Inositol plays a role in making cell membranes throughout your body, according to the National Cancer Institute. This B vitamin naturally occurs in your kidney, liver, brain, muscles and eyes. As a water-soluble nutrient, you need to replenish this vitamin daily. Consume this nutrient as part of a multivitamin/mineral supplement. Or, eating dietary foods such as brown rice, wheat bran, nuts, peas and legumes will supply rich amounts.

Iron

Lack of iron in your diet causes hair loss, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. If left untreated, iron deficiency can result in an underlying medical condition known as anemia. Increasing iron consumption levels can help hair regrow. Start taking iron supplements or eating a variety of iron-rich foods. Dietary sources of iron include shellfish such as oysters and clams. Organ meats including kidneys, liver and hearts supply animal-based iron. Plant-based sources of iron include white beans, lentils, spinach, pumpkin seeds and soybeans. Consuming different soy food products such as tofu, tempeh, soy burgers and soy milk will help with your hair regrowth. Choose from a variety of iron-fortified cereals, also.

Protein

Ninety percent of your hair is protein, according to Stop Hair Loss. Lacking protein in your diet can lead to hair loss. If your diet lacks protein, your body conserves the nutrient by placing your hair growth process into the resting phase, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. After two months of this, visible signs of hair loss result. Counteract hair loss and help your hair regrow by increasing your consumption of protein. Protein can be found in hair care products which can be applied topically to your scalp. Dietary sources of protein include animal products including eggs and dairy products, lamb, beef, pork, game, fish, poultry and veal. Plant-based sources include nuts and seeds including almonds, sunflower seeds, walnuts, pistachios and cashews. Legumes supply rich amounts of protein. Legumes include a variety of beans including white, red, garbanzo, black, lentils, split peas, kidney and chickpeas.

Biotin

Biotin is another B vitamin which can help with hair regrowth. Biotin, also known as vitamin H, helps metabolize fatty acids. Fatty acids plays a major role in stimulating growth throughout your body, including your hair. Get your biotin by using hair care products such as shampoos, conditioners and/or oil treatments that contain this nutrient as an active ingredient. Purchase biotin through supplement form. Include biotin in your meal plan. Dietary sources of this hair-healthy nutrient include milk, yeast, egg yolks and organ meats such as liver and kidneys.

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Article reviewed by Stephanie Skernivitz Last updated on: Sep 28, 2010

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