What vitamins help prevent hair loss, stops hair loss and keep your hair healthy?

Most of the hair problems are caused due to certain deficiencies in your diet. Often, the hair loss is associated with poor diet, but long-term hair loss and baldness are usually genetic. Scalp massage and a diet rich in nutrients can greatly improve the condition of your hair.

Loss of hair color - linked with - deficiency of zinc or vitamin B5
Dry hair - linked with - deficiency of essential fatty acids
Greasy hair- linked with - deficiency of vitamin B complex

The following vitamins, minerals and nutrients will keep your hair healthy:

VITAMINS

Vitamin B complex is essential for healthy hair
Vitamin C boosts overall health and deficiency is associated with hair loss
Biotin is needed for the production of fatty acids which are vital for healthy hair

MINERALS

Copper is needed for hair color
Iodine is needed to manufacture thyroid hormones, which affect hair condition
Iron prevents short-term hair loss
Selenium reduces scalp flaking
Zinc is needed for hair growth

More Nutrients

Omega-3 oils contain essential fatty acids vital for hair health
Omega-6 oils improve hair quality
Lysine helps prevent hair loss
Ginkgo biloba increases blood flow to the scalp

Which foods to eat to prevent hair loss and related problems?

Salmon, mackerel and sardines; yeast extract; nuts and seeds; whole grains; green, leafy vegetables; fresh or dried fruits; chicken and eggs. Avoid animal fats and fried foods.

Other Sites :

Hair-Loss-ABC.com Hair Loss Guide - Provides introductory articles on hair loss causes, prevention measures, and treatment options. Covers female and male pattern baldness, alopecia, and hair loss from stress, smoking, medications, diet, and hormone disbalances.

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