Most individuals lose between 50 to 100 hairs every day. Genetics and hormones are the most common reasons for hair loss. Other factors that contribute to accelerated hair loss include strict dieting, iron deficiency, stress, certain medications, an overabundance of the male hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT), or excessive sebum in the scalp. Hair grows at an approximate rate of about half an inch per month. To promote healthy hair growth, certain steps can be taken to reverse hair loss.
Step 1
Eat a well-balanced diet made up of the basic food groups. Hair loss is usually aggravated by a poor diet. Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein.
Step 2
Increase the amount of biotin in your diet because it promotes healthy hair and scalp. Eat good sources of biotin such as nuts, brown rice, oats, and brewer's yeast. These also contain B vitamins, which help with hair growth.
Step 3
Take a spoonful of unsulfured blackstrap molasses every day for a concentrated source of iron. Iron is essential for hair growth. Foods that are rich in iron include green leafy vegetables, cashews, berries, beans and dried fruit.
Step 4
Absorb iron by incorporating more vitamin C into your diet plan. Eat citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons and grapefruits after an iron-rich meal to increase hair growth.
Step 5
Purchase foods that contain essential fatty acids and vitamin E for maximum hair growth. Olive oil, nuts, seeds and avocados provide the vitamin E nutrient which keeps the scalp in good condition for hair growth. Essential fatty acids can be found in walnuts, flaxseeds and fish.
Tips and Warnings
- Avoid foods that deplete your system of nutrients such as saturated fats and processed food. Take a multivitamin daily to provide nutrients you may not be getting in your diet that are required for healthy hair growth.
- Not all results will be the same for every individual.
Things You'll Need
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Beans
- Nuts
- Fish
- Oats
References
- "Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Revised 2nd Edition"; Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D.;1998
- "Prescription for Natural Cures"; James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D.;2004
- Journal of Alternative Medicine 8:143-52.; J.S. Prendiville and L.N. Manfredi; 1992
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