7 Foods That Promise Healthy And Long Hair!

7 Foods That Promise Healthy And Long Hair!

Hair fall can be a major pain, right? With the kind of weather we’re currently experiencing, hair tends to become brittle and breaks off easily. This obviously means that you have to shelve that much-longed-for dream of having long hair that is also smooth and shiny. But maybe not.

There are lots of ways in which you can boost hair growth. And no, I don’t mean trying out all those expensive hair treatments at the salon. They might promise longer, stronger hair, but what about the damage caused in the process? If you’re one of those who has always wanted to have long, shiny hair, there are other ways in which you can achieve this.

Scroll on to find out about 7 food items that can help boost hair growth.

1. Eggs

I cannot stress enough on the importance of eggs for your hair. You must’ve been subjected to at least one egg-based shampoo as a child. While that might have been a less-than-memorable experience, eggs actually do wonders for your tresses. Eggs are rich in biotin, a vitamin that boosts growth. Be sure to remember that eating the egg yolk and not just the whites is key! It’s the yolk that makes for that smooth, shiny hair.

2. Almonds

Almond hair oil exists for a reason. Almonds are excellent for the hair. They also contain biotin, which also helps produce keratin. Eating almonds regularly is sure to make your hair grow that bit faster. So, starting now, make sure to carry a little box of almonds with you to work every day.

3. Sunflower Seeds

Sunflower seeds are a rich source of Vitamin E. This particular vitamin regulates and promotes the flow of blood to the scalp, and results in quicker hair growth. Also, roasted sunflower seeds actually make for a great snack!

4. Yellow Bell Peppers

Surprised? It turns out that yellow peppers contain lots of Vitamin C (even more than oranges!). Vitamin C is an antioxidant and works towards strengthening hair follicles, making hair stronger from the roots. Be sure to include this in your diet for great results.

5. Spinach

How can I forget? I’ve grown up listening to tales of how spinach can give you the hair you’ve always wanted. Apart from having a lot of nutritional value, spinach is rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids. These boost hair growth, strengthen hair follicles, and make your hair stronger and shinier.

6. Carrots

Carrots contain biotin. Consuming carrots in the form of juice can do wonders for those locks. Carrot juice can especially help to treat thinning hair by restoring it with the nutrients it needs or may lack. It also treats your hair follicles and aids in repairing them.

7. Pineapples

This tropical fruit works like magic. It contains Vitamin B, which is necessary to combat common hair problems like hair fall and hair loss. It also contains antioxidants, which, as I already mentioned, are essential to repair your hair and restore its natural shine.

Sanjana Subramanian

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