Essential Vitamins for the Hair

Essential Vitamins for the Hair
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According to the Family Doctor website, taking proper care of your hair is important because hair that is not attended to may become dry, brittle or may even fall out. Several vitamins are instrumental in keeping hair healthy.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E contains antioxidant properties that help defend against free radicals, which occur when your food is turned into energy by your body. Free radicals can damage the skin by making it dry, which can affect the health of your hair. According to Natural News, vitamin E helps build capillaries in the hair and improves blood circulation in the scalp, resulting in fast and healthy hair growth.

Biotin

The University of Maryland Medical Center says that biotin is essential for healthy hair. It is used on hair that is weak and can be found in many cosmetic products for your hair. Although a biotin deficiency is rare, symptoms may include hair loss if you have low levels of biotin in your body. Biotin supplements are also used to treat hair that is thin, splitting or brittle. Also, when biotin is used in combination with a topical clobetasol propionate and zinc, it can be used to help treat hair conditions.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is mainly known as the sunshine vitamin. But according to Natural News, vitamin D also can help treat hair loss by stimulating hair follicles.

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Article reviewed by Eric Lochridge Last updated on: Oct 18, 2010

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