WHAT YOU PUT IN YOUR BODY AFFECTS YOUR HAIR: TIPS TO BE HEALTHY

WHAT YOU PUT IN YOUR BODY AFFECTS YOUR HAIR: TIPS TO BE HEALTHY

If you’re like most people, you’re probably accustomed to the idea of applying creams and oils to promote hair growth but did you know that you can nourish your hair from the inside out by watching what you put in your body? If you’ve been looking to keep your hair shiny and strong, here are a few tips that can help.

  1. Limit alcohol intake

Alcohol is a substance that causes hair loss for several reasons. For starters, alcohol consumption leads to dehydration and this may cause existing hair follicles to be very dry and brittle, thus increasing the chances of hair thinning. Another way alcohol contributes to hair loss is that it causes blood sugar to rise in the body, leading to an imbalance in chemicals in the body, which in turn causes hair loss. Furthermore, alcohol is known to slow the levels of zinc in the body, an essential mineral necessary for proper hair growth.

  1. Eat lots of fruits

Consuming a lot of fruits can help improve hair health. This is because they contain different nutrients that are critical for hair growth and prevention of breakage e.g. biotin, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, iron, zinc and omega-3 fatty acids among several others. Examples of fruits that promote hair growth are avocados, berries, orange, lime, banana, apple, strawberries and more.

  1. Drink plenty of water

Just as drinking a lot of water can help promote health in your body, staying hydrated can also do wonders for your hair. Every day, your body loses 2 to 3 quarts of water in different ways and this might make the hair dry and brittle. Drinking plenty of water daily can help keep your scalp hydrated so you can have full, shiny looking hair. It can also help eliminate problems like dandruff.

  1. Eat foods that enhance hair growth

Ever heard the saying that you’re what you eat? It’s not just true for your body but also your hair. Eating nutrient-rich foods benefits your hair in terms of growth, thickness, shine and curls. So if you’re looking to eat your way to healthy hair, here are a few foods you should load up on and also add to your grocery cart:

  • Salmon
  • Eggs
  • Spinach
  • Greek yogurt
  • Oatmeal
  • Oyster
  • Liver
  • Barley
  • Peanut butter
  • Sardines
  1. Reduce sugar intake

Many people are aware that too much sugar is harmful to the body but only a few know that it can also affect hair health. Research has shown that when you consume sugar in high amounts, your body will find it hard to metabolize it all in good time and this may cause a spike in insulin and androgens which bind to hair follicles and cause the hair to fall out. Consuming too much sugar may just be the reason you aren’t experiencing any new growth. While it is okay to consume naturally occurring sugars found in fruits and other whole foods, artificial sugars in processed foods and drinks are what you should avoid.

Wrap-up

The condition of your hair is an outward sign of your inside health. If you’re looking for things you can do to complement your hair routine, the tips above can help you achieve your hair goals.

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