|
Hair thinning is a common problem that can be caused due to variety of reasons; these include side effects of medication, genetics, or the overuse of harsh and damaging hair products. In order to stop or reduce your hair from thinning you will need to concentrate on a few inclusions in your diet in order to provide the necessary nutrients to your body and hence your hair. Omega 3 fatty acids are very beneficial to help your hair health. Omega 3 fatty acids can be found in fish like salmon, mackerel, sardines and some other fish as well. If you do not eat fish then flax seeds are good source of omega 3 fatty acids. Mix about two spoons of flax seed in a cereal or salad and consume daily. Black currant oil or evening primrose oil, which are both are available in a capsule form, are also beneficial as they contain gamma- linoliec acid. This acid helps strengthen the hair shaft, thus resulting in thicker hair. Although you mentioned that you have oily hair, massaging your hair with coconut oil twice a week will do wonders to strengthen your hair and help it grow.
The average hair grows at a rate of half an inch per month and hence a maximum of six inches per year. Although this natural growth rate cannot be completely modified in any way, there are some steps that you can take to help keep your hair healthy and grow at it maximum potential. If you use shampoo for your hair then the most important thing you can do is choose one that matches your hair type. This is important because the wrong shampoo can be harsh on your hair and retard the normal growth process. After shampooing make sure to always use a conditioner. When washing your hair make sure not use very hot water as it tends to sap your hair of its natural oils and cause the scalp to dry. Include in your diet foods that contain folic acid, magnesium, silica, beta-carotene, zinc and vitamin B6. These substances provide the necessary nutrients to your hair, thus keeping it healthy and strong. Finally, hair is made up of a particular kind of the protein that the body produces, so make sure to incorporate foods rich in protein into your diet. Get plenty of rest - hair growth occurs best when the body is asleep so get as much sleep as possible.
|
