Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids
Avoiding omega-3 fatty acids can result in an itchy, dry scalp, which can leave your hair looking and feeling flat and thin. Even worse, dry scalp can lead to hair loss.
Salmon and other fish are high in heart and hair-healthy omega-3s. If you do not like fish, walnuts and flax (both the seed and the oil) are excellent alternative sources. Omega-3s don’t just benefit the skin on the outside of your head, the fatty acids can also help with brain function and memory loss too.
Foods rich in B-vitamins
When it comes to hair loss amongst women, a Vitamin B deficiency may be a likely culprit. Birth control pills and consuming large amounts of alcohol can cause Vitamin B6 depletion, which can cause numerous problems from pink eye to neurological disorders, not to mention alopecia. Since the body doesn’t make Vitamin B6 on its own, it has to be consumed either in food or as a supplement. In this instance via intravenous injection.
Furthermore, a diet lacking in Vitamin B12 can lead to hair loss. Vegetarians, those who suffer from anaemia, and those with digestion issues can suffer from a Vitamin B12 deficiency. Eggs and Dairy Products such as milk, yoghurt, cheese, eggs etc. are loaded with essential nutrients such as proteins, Vitamin B12, iron, zinc and Omega 6 fatty acids. Dairy products are also a great source of biotin (Vitamin B7) that is known to fight hair loss.Add walnuts to your diet to prevent hair loss. It is the only known nut that contains biotin, B vitamins (B1, B6 and B9), Vitamin E, plenty of protein and magnesium, all of which strengthen hair cuticles and nourish the scalp. It helps protect your cells from DNA damage which may be caused due to sun exposure.
Vitamin B6 can be found in raw garlic, sunflower seeds, liver, Brussels sprouts, and wheat bran. For Vitamin B12, consume more animal proteins and cheese. If you don’t eat animal proteins, a Vitamin B complex shot will give you all the Vitamin B12 you need.
Foods with Vitamin C
You could be eating foods with Vitamin C for healthy hair, but if you’re skipping a daily dose of vitamin C, you might not be absorbing all of the nutrients you need to halt or reverse hair loss. Vitamin C is important in the absorption of all the other nutrients.
If you choose to eat your vitamin C instead of taking a supplement, make sure you get plenty of citrus fruit, cruciferous vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts), kiwi, strawberries and leafy greens. Spinach: Spinach is a great source of iron, vitamin A and C and protein. Iron deficiency is the main cause of hair fall and spinach is not only iron-rich, it also contains sebum which acts as a natural conditioner for hair. It also provides us with omega-3 acid, magnesium, potassium, calcium and iron. These help in maintaining a healthy scalp and lustrous hair. Foods rich in Vitamin-C: Vitamin C supports the absorption of iron in our body, the deficiency of which may lead to hair loss. Vitamin C is also known for its antioxidant properties which reduces the damage caused by free radicals that may make your hair brittle and weak. Add fruits like oranges, papaya, blueberries, lime and kiwi to your diet. Vitamin C also helps in the production of an essential protein called collagen which strengthens blood vessels that supports the hair shafts.
Great news if you like your food spicy, you can eat green and red chilli peppers which are both excellent sources of vitamin C, even better than oranges. If you can’t get enough of these foods into your diet, then a Vitamin C IV (received intravenously) may be your answer or specifically our Hair loss IV with all the correct nutrient all in one cocktail.
FOODS RICH IN ZINC
Zinc promotes good skin immunity and wound healing and protects against UV radiation and inﬂammation. Zinc is very important for the prevention of hair loss. Best food sources of zinc: kidney, liver, red meat, oysters and other shellﬁsh, scallops, and pumpkin seeds. Lentils are loaded with protein, iron, zinc, and biotin. Besides this, lentils are full of folic acid which is necessary for restoring the health of red blood cells that supply the skin and scalp with much-needed oxygen.
Food Rich in Vitamin A
Carrots and Sweet Potatoes: Sneak carrots in your diet for those long and lustrous locks. Known to be good for the eyes, carrots contain Vitamin A that also improves hair growth. Sweet potatoes are also packed with beta-carotene that converts to vitamin A in our body. A deficiency of vitamin A may lead to a dry and itchy scalp.
Food rich in Selenium
Selenium is a trace mineral that works in conjunction with vitamin E to help prevent oxidative damage in the body. Selenium also helps iodine regulate metabolism and selenium help recycle vitamin C in the body by improving overall cellular protection. Selenium works as a powerful antioxidant and is required for your body to create glutathione which is your bodies master antioxidant. For this reason, consuming foods high in selenium can support detoxification and take stress off the organs like the liver and thyroid.
- Selenium deficiency symptoms include:
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Weakened immune system
- Infertility in men and women
- Heart disease
- Increased risk of cancer
- Hair loss
A selenium deficiency is generally seen in areas where the soil does not contain much selenium, such as certain regions of China. A deficiency may lead to pain and muscle weakness. Selenium sources are Brazil nuts, Tuna, Grass-fed beef, Sardines, Turkey, Beef liver, chicken eggs and Spinach.
INCLUDE FERMENTED FOODS REGULARLY
- Good gut health is strongly connected to skin health
- The gut microbiome needs probiotics and prebiotics to thrive
- Fermented foods contain live organisms as well as prebiotic ﬁbres to help promote gut health
- If the patient’s skin issues are caused by histamine intolerance, fermented foods could worsen their condition