7 Essential Nutrients For Hair Growth + Healthy Foods List

Protein And Amino Acids

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Hair is made of keratin protein. And amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.  Sulfur amino acids, such as cysteine and methionine, are precursors to keratin hair protein synthesis.

Omega-3 PUFA

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Omega-3 PUFAs (Polyunsaturated fatty acids) (EPA and DHA) help reduce inflammation and improve the hair follicle growth cycle.

Antioxidants

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Inflammation, UV radiation, and an unhealthy lifestyle can lead to oxidative stressi . Antioxidants help reduce oxidative stress and its effect on hair growth and aging

Vitamins

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Vitamins are essential nutrients for hair growth. They can help treat non-scarring alopecia or female pattern hair loss

Minerals

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Healthy hair growth and reduced hair fall require a proper dose of minerals that play a role in the hair’s growth cycle.

Trace Elements

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Trace elements like calcium and iodine also play a vital role in hair growth. Calcium is required for stimulating the hair follicles, and iodine helps in the proper functioning of the thyroid gland

Liquids

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Fluid consumption also affects hair growth. Consume at least 1.5 liters of water per day. You can also up your fluid intake by consuming juice, soup, tea, and coffee

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