7 Best Foods for Healthy Hair

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Zee Media Bureau
Jul 23, 2024

Berries

Berries such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are rich in antioxidants and vitamins like vitamin C, which help in collagen production and strengthens the hair and helps in the absorption of iron, which is essential for hair growth.

Nuts and Seeds

Almonds, walnuts, and flaxseeds are great sources of essential fatty acids, vitamin E, zinc, and selenium and are vital for hair health and growth, and they also help in maintaining a healthy scalp.

Avocados

Full of healthy fats, vitamin E, and biotin and also helps moisturize and strengthen the hair and keeps the hair smooth.

Sweet Potatoes

An excellent source of beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A and is vital for cell growth, including hair cells and prevents the hair from split ends.

Fatty Fish

Salmon, mackerel, and sardines are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which nourish the hair and support thickening and are important for hair follicle cycling.

Spinach

Loaded with iron, folate, and vitamins A and C help produce sebum, which acts as a natural conditioner for the scalp.

Eggs

Powerhouse of protein and biotin, the two nutrients that are essential for hair growth and is a crucial component of hair follicles, while biotin helps in the production of keratin.

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