13 Best Foods for Natural Hair Growth a﻿nd Strength﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿

13 Best Foods for Natural Hair Growth and Strength

4/3/2015

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This is is what you need to be getting out of food for the sake of your hair:

Proteins (including iron) and vitamin D are fundamental to hair strength and growth. Hair is 97% protein.
Iron is involved in the transfer of oxygen to hair follicles. Too little iron (anaemia) can lead to hair loss.
3% of a hair shaft is comprised of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s cannot be made by the body so they have to be obtained from food.
Biotin and vitamin E are needed to protect cells from DNA damage. Too little biotin can lead to hair loss.
Vitamin A is needed for good cell functioning. Too little can lead to scalp problems, e.g. dandruff. It also gives hair a shiny, well-conditioned look.
B-vitamins are all essential for healthy hair growth. E.g. B6 helps the body absorb other nutrients from food and it nurtures hair follicles for great hair growth and shine.
Vitamin C is involved in ciculation. Too little can lead to hair breakage.
Selenium is essential for a healthy, dandruff-free scalp.
Copper helps to maintain your natural hair color and hair glow.
A lack of zinc can lead to hair loss even in eyelashes as well as a dry, flaky scalp. It regulates hormones involved in hair growth and thickness.

SALMON

Rich in proteins, vitamin D, B12, iron and omega-3 fatty acids.

Not a fan of salmon, like me? Great alternatives: trout, mackerel, sardines, herring, avocados.

EGGS

A great source of protein, zinc, selenium, sulfur and iron and vitamin-B12.

Alternatives: beef, chicken, fish and pork

POULTRY

Rich in protein, iron, zinc and B-vitamins.

Alternatives: lean beef

SPINACH

Rich in iron, beta carotene, folate and vitamin C.

Alternatives: broccoli and other dark leafy greens, e.g. kale.

LENTILS

Rich in proteins, iron, zinc, and biotin

Alternatives: red kidney beans, edamame.

GREEK YOGHURT

Rich in vitamin B5 and vitamin D.

Alternatives: milk and cottage cheese.

BLUEBERRIES

Very rich in vitamin C.

Alternatives: kiwi, tomatoes and strawberries.

WALNUTS

I hate them but apparently they are the only nuts that are rich in omega-3s! They're also rich in biotin, vitamin E & selenium.

Alternatives: cashews (my fav) and pecans.

OYSTERS

Rich in zinc. Three ounces has a gob-smacking 493% of your daily zinc requirement.

Some cereals and wholegrain breads are fortified with zinc but obviously they're not as rich in proteins as oysters are.

Alternatives: nuts, beef and eggs.

SWEET POTATOES

Rich in beta carotene which is converted to vitamin-A.

Alternatives: carrots, cantaloupe, mangoes, pumpkin, apricots.

CARROTS

Rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene.

BANANAS

Rich in vitamin B6.

BROWN RICE

Rich in B-vitamins.

Also a great source of complex carbohydrates. You need the energy from complex carbs to build proteins.

Alternatives: other whole grains

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TWA4now 4 incles now:)

26/3/2013 03:07:30

Wow! Good one!

Heather @ Neno Natural

26/3/2013 22:00:14

Thanks! Good to hear you're beyond the TWA!

H x

Sakinah

26/3/2013 04:51:13

I absolutely love all of the information you post. I've learned a great deal of info from you. Please keep it coming.

Heather @ Neno Natural

26/3/2013 22:00:40

Thanks Sakinah!

Heather x

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30/3/2013 00:49:06

Very good information. I'm always in awww

Rukayya

30/3/2013 00:58:44

Love love this Post,am transitioning and I sure need this right now!thanks a lot.

KIMBERLY ROBINSON

13/6/2013 00:11:16

I have went natural this year and i love it

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22/6/2013 11:37:41

Can u do my hair

Istelle

31/8/2013 19:37:02

Thanks Neno Naturals...I will try to include all( if not most) of these food items in my diet and give you an update :)

Muokih John

13/10/2013 22:03:18

Wow!gud & helpful ideas to my hair.!

devi priya

6/7/2014 18:38:14

thanks for ur good information

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16/8/2014 18:19:12

good food reserch

busayo

4/1/2015 13:06:15

Thank you for these helpful tips, let me use this avenue to congratulate you on the birth of you son. Am really happy for you!

Heather Katsonga-Woodward

25/2/2015 04:23:28

Thanks Busayo :)

rumbie

4/3/2015 04:14:36

Hey Girl

Thanks a lot for the blogs..ever so informative..and i couldnt thank you more for this one on foods..i am sure it will go a great way in my journey of going natural

Monique link

4/3/2015 08:46:42

Great list! I didn't realize I was already eating so many of these nutrient-rich foods that will help in my hair growth/strength. Thanks!

Dorcas

5/3/2015 02:23:37

Thanks alot! Neno! very educative.

Thobekile

5/3/2015 06:44:37

Heather thank you very much for the information. Congrats on your bundle of joy. Hoping you getting on well.

shayba

5/3/2015 12:30:37

This was great information. Thank you.

Tara

8/3/2015 22:50:59

This is really good information. Thanks I needed it and plan to use it.

M.Sikandar Ayyaz

9/5/2015 17:33:04

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