Healthy Hair

Beautiful, shiny hair is a valuable asset. Hair can also be a versatile accessory, to be colored, curled, dressed or smoothed - all in minutes. However, too much attention, combined with the effects of poor nutrition, pollution, air conditioning and central heating, can mean that your hair becomes the bane of your life rather than your crowning glory.

A hair care treatment routine and quickly when problems are of vital importance in maintaining the natural beauty of healthy hair. The hair may be fine, medium or coarse texture. Fine hair always tends to lack volume, while the average hair is often quite easy to handle, strong and elastic. Coarse hair brings its own problems. The hair is abundant, but they can be heavy, frizzy and difficult to control. You may find that you have fine hair on your scalp and temples, while the rest of your hair is medium or coarse.

Diet for healthy hair

If dry, limp hair is weighing you down, then this plan is for you. Did you know that what you eat is reflected in the health of your hair? All shampoo, conditioner in the world will not help you if you do not nourish your body. Here is how healthy hair diet can help you:

aec Just like your body, your hair needs a balanced diet and nutritious food to stay healthy. That is why this food plan contains a rainbow of fruits and vegetables that are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, whole grains for minerals, nuts and seeds minerals and vitamins, and lean protein for iron . Fortified breakfast cereals will help your body get all the other good things he needs.

aec Water not only hydrates your body, but keeps your hair silky and shiny. This system includes eight to 10 glasses of water and juice per day for maximum hydration.

aec The fiber from fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes is good for your body and your hair. This meal plan features plenty of fiber-containing food as an option at every meal.

aec See how your breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks can keep your hair - and your body - healthy.

Vitamins for Healthy Hair

Vitamin A - Antioxidant that helps produce sebum in the scalp healthy. Food sources: Fish liver oil, meat, milk, cheese, eggs, spinach, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, apricots and peaches. Daily Dose: 5,000 IU. Warnings: More than 25,000 IU daily is toxic and can cause hair loss and other serious health problems.

Vitamin C - Antioxidant that helps maintain skin and hair health. Food sources: citrus fruits, strawberries, kiwi, melon, pineapple, tomatoes, green peppers, potatoes and dark green vegetables. Daily Dose: 60 mg.

Vitamin E - antioxidant that improves circulation to the scalp. Food sources: Cold-pressed oils, vegetable oil, wheat germ, soybeans, seeds and raw nuts, dried beans and leafy greens. Daily dose: Up to 400 IU. Warnings: increases blood pressure and reduce blood clotting. People who take blood pressure medications or blood thinners should consult their doctor before taking supplements of vitamin E.

Biotin - helps produce keratin, may prevent graying and hair loss. Food sources: Brewer's yeast, whole grains, egg yolks, liver, rice and milk. Daily dose: 150-300 mcg.

Vitamin B6 - Prevents hair loss, helps create melanin, which colors the hair. Food sources: brewer's yeast, liver, whole grains, vegetables, offal and egg yolk. Daily dose: 1.6 mg. Warnings: High doses can cause numbness in hands and feet.

Vitamin B12 - Prevents hair loss. Food sources: Chicken, fish, eggs and milk. Daily dose: 2 mg.