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Say Goodbye to Hair Loss: Discover the Power of Hair-Friendly Foods

Having a thick and lustrous head of hair is a desire shared by many. However, factors like stress, genetics, age, hormones, nutrient deficiencies, toxicity, medications, autoimmunity, and poor nutrition can lead to hair loss and thinning.
Along with this, it is a prevalent misconception that just oiling, shampooing, and conditioning your hair can make it strong and healthy. A proper lifestyle and a balanced diet also play a vital role in restoring your hair shine, preventing hair loss, and delaying the aging of the hair.

Here’s the list of food to prevent hair fall for both men and women which will also help in keeping hair healthy and nourished:

1. Eggs are a fantastic source of biotin and B vitamins that promote hair growth. Biotin helps strengthen the hair shaft, preventing breakage, and makes your hair healthy.
2.Avocado is abundant with Vitamin E, potassium, Vitamin B, and folic acid protects the hair follicles from oxidative damage, and maintains the pH balance and oil levels of the scalp that prevent clogging of hair follicles.
3.Sweet potatoes contain beta carotene, and these get converted to Vitamin A which promotes hair health. Sweet potato fries are delicious and can be added to the diet as a healthy and yummy snack.
4. Amla also known as Indian gooseberry. It is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and minerals, making it a great conditioner for the hair, leaving it soft and shiny while nixing frizz.
5.Onion seeds They also known as kalonji or nigella seeds, are rich in nutrients like iron, zinc, and selenium, which can promote hair health, and potentially reduce hair loss when incorporate into a balanced diet.
6.Millet extracts are rich in ferulic acid. It significantly improves cell growth in hair bulbs, improves dry scalp, and gives hair a major shine boost.
7. Wheat germ oil is abundant in vitamin E and oil can be used to boost and maintain moisture levels in dry hair. It increases blood circulation to the scalp area and promotes new hair growth.
While there is no magic food to completely prevent hair loss, a well-balanced diet that includes these hair-nourishing foods can promote healthy hair growth and combat hair loss. Hence, embrace a nutritious diet and let your food powerfully maintain vibrant and luscious hair.

Dr Anish Desai is MD, Clinical Pharmacologist and Nutraceutical Physician, Founder and CEO, IntelliMed Healthcare Solutions.

Dr Anish Desai

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