Top ten foods for healthy hair

When it comes to healthy hair, its not just moisturisers what counts- its what you put in your body, too.
"If you eat a healthy diet, you will grow stronger and healthy cells, throughout your body," says dietitcian Dawn Jackson Blatner.

Read on for the top 10 foods that should be the foundation of a healthy diet.

Healthy hair food 1: Salmon

 

Salmon is loaded with Omega 3 fatty acids, high in protein and moisturisers the scalp.

 

Health hair food 2: Dark green vegetables

 

Spinach and broccoli is an excellent source of Vitamin A and C. They are oily and is the body's natural hair conditioner.

 

Healthy hair food 3: Beans

 

 

Beans, Beans.... Yes they good for your... Hair?

They provide plentiful protein to promote hair growth.

Dawn Jackson Blatner recommends 3+ cups of lentils or beans per week.

 

Healthy hair food 4: Nuts

They are they best sources of selenium, which is an important minerals for the the health of your scalp.

Healthy hair food 5: Poultry
Chicken is rich in protein, which will give you the healthy hair you crave.

 

Healthy hair food 6: Eggs

When it comes to healthy hair, it doesn't matter whether you like your eggs scrambled, fried or poached. However they are served, eggs is one of the best sources of protein.

 

 

Healthy hair food 7: Whole grains
Sink your teeth into hearty whole grains such as bread, cereals for a healthy hair dose of zinc, iron and B Vitamins.

Healthy hair food 8: Oysters
Oysters may be better know for their reputation as an aphrodisiac, but can also lead to healthy hair..and who doesn't love that.

Healthy hair food 9: Low fat dairy products
Low fat dairy products such as skimmed milk and yogurt are the best sources of calcium, an important mineral for hair growth.
For some healthy hair foods on the go try adding a yogurt or cottage cheese to your lunchbox for work or varsity.

Healthy hair food 10: Carrots
Carrots are an excellent source of Vitamin A, which promotes a healthy scalp and a good vision.

The big picture, a balanced diet for healthy hair

When it comes to food for healthy hair and beauty, variety is the best way to go!