Foods That May Contribute to Hair Loss

Hair loss in men and women may be due to different factors. Women's hair loss may be due to a gastrointestinal (GI) tract problem. To help correct a sluggish GI tract, women may want to increase their intake of low-fat yogurt with active acidophilus cultures. These helpful bacteria will help to speed the GI tract and, in turn, improve the overall health of hair. Men may benefit from a low-fat diet. Hair loss is tied to elevated testosterone levels, and meat and fat in the diet act to raise these levels even more. By reducing fat and meat intake, men may be able to lower their hormone levels and thus slow the hair loss cycle caused by hormones.

Sugar and Hair Loss

• Too much sugar or foods that turn to sugar once ingested causes glycation, which is the breaking down of proteins. This causes the cellular aging process to speed up, and that often means developing a dry scalp and losing hair.
  
  

  Alcohol and Hair Loss

  The proper amount of zinc in the body is essential to hair growth. Too much alcohol may deplete the body's reserves of zinc, which in turn may cause hair loss.

• Fatty Foods and Hair Loss

• Prior to World War II, Japanese men rarely experienced male pattern baldness. However, after the war, when the Japanese diet incorporated many of the fatty foods in the Western culture, more Japanese men started losing their hair. Although a certain amount of fat is essential to give hair a healthy sheen, too much fatty food may replace the protein that is essential to hair growth.

High-Protein Diet and Hair Loss

• The typical high-protein diet includes a vast amount of animal protein, which when eaten in large amounts may leach the body of other essential nutrients, such as calcium and fluids. It may also cause the arteries to become filled with plaque, and this prevents the cells in the scalp from receiving the proper nutrients needed for healthy hair growth.
  
  

  Salt and Hair Loss

  • Too much salt may damage the blood and may create hypertension or high blood pressure. This in turn could cause a problem since healthy blood flow to the scalp is essential for a healthy head of hair.
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Foods That Help Natural Hair Growth

    Remember losing hair and hair growth could be a combination of several factors.
 It is important to listen to your body and put yourself in the best position for success.
 In addition to the Profollica process here are a few food suggestions that could also help.

 Quinoa

Whole Grains are loaded with Protein and Vitamin E. Since hair is made mostly of protein, a diet rich in protein will aid in strengthening your strands from the inside out. This results in stronger, healthier and longer hair. Vitamin E helps with balancing your production of natural oils, so your scalp and strands stay properly moisturized. Quinoa is a powerful choice as a super food for hair growth because it contains high levels of both Protein and Vitamin E! This particular whole grain has a stronger nutritional value than rice, containing loads more essential vitamins and minerals, and cooks in less time. A win all around!

Almonds

A mineral deficiency leads to excessive shedding, dry scalp and brittle hair. Nuts are a terrific source for these essentials. Almonds, alone, are loaded with powerful hair care boosts like Zinc to help your scalp maintain healthy circulation, resulting in proper oil production levels and shiny, healthier, well moisturized tresses. Other nuts like Walnuts and Brazil Nuts are powerful for improved scalp health, as well.

Kidney Beans
 
Beans are an awesome source of essential hair care minerals. Not only do they provide the same hair strengthening Protein as Quinoa, but beans on your plate also give you a much-needed boost of iron, zinc and biotin. Those with Biotin deficiencies often suffer from overly dry hair. Many will run to capsules of the mineral, when a serving could be consumed with a side of Kidney Beans! Any type of bean will do, but Kidney Beans are my favorite because of how filling they are in a meal. Not to mention how well they go as a topping on a fresh, spinach salad or mashed up with vegetables in a wrap!

Salmon or Flaxseed Oil

Omega-3 Fatty Acids are extremely important for promoting scalp health. Unfortunately, the body is unable to produce them on its own. A deficiency often means clogged pores and dandruff, resulting in poor circulation, stunted growth and shedding. You can get a healthy dose of these essentials with one serving of fresh Salmon. Salmon also carries Protein, B-12 and Iron - perfect for regenerating cells. You can get a similar daily fix by including Flaxseed Oil or seeds in your breakfast smoothie or cereal

Greek Yogurt

After a workout, your body needs protein to fortify those tired muscles. I always pour a container of greek yogurt into a bowl with pomegranate seeds and chopped fresh fruit sprinkled all over. One serving of this yogurt is equivalent to one serving of meat. Crazy right? So not only will these yummy strengthening nutrients help restore your body after a tough exercise circuit but they will also provide your hair with a major protein boost!

When choosing food for hair growth, remember that hair is made of protein; therefore protein-rich foods should make up a high percentage of your diet. The second most important hair nutrient is iron. Each key nutrient below lists the foods that promote hair growth:

• Protein: liver, brewer's yeast, fish, eggs, beans, cottage cheese, yogurt, tofu.
• Iron: liver, whole grain cereals, dark green leafy vegetables, eggs, dates, raisins.
• B Vitamins: eggs, meat, poultry.
• Essential Fatty Acids: walnuts, canola oil, fish, soy.
• Vitamin E: avocados, nuts, seeds, olive oil.
• Sulfur: meats, fish, nuts, legumes, vegetables (especially onions).
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