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Hair is not only a part of our body.
It is a symbol of beauty, health, and even social status.
People who have a strong and beautiful hair immediately attract attention.
Who among us would not want to have that kind of hair?
Beautiful hair is not just a gift from heaven. In most cases it is the result of proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.
So, if you want to have shinny and strong hair, you have to nourish it with necessary nutrients every day.
Biotin
Biotin, or vitamin B7, has the most important role in the health of your hair. Biotin prevents hair loss and stimulates its growth. Because of this, biotin is a common addition to shampoos and hair care products.
It is found in brewer's yeast, bread, bananas, mushrooms, peanuts and some vegetables such as cauliflower, chard and carrots.
Biotin is used not only to improve the quality of hair, but also for the treatment of acne, brittle nails, diabetes, eczema and dermatitis.
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B5, or pantothenic acid, is known as an anti-stress vitamin. It is necessary for converting food into energy, the production of red blood cells, antibody production and regulation of hormones.
Vitamin B5 strengthens hair and stimulates its growth. Its deficiency in the body can cause hair loss.
Good sources of this vitamin are whole grains and legumes, milk, peas, bananas, oranges, broccoli, peanuts, tomatoes and peppers.
Vitamin B12
It is very often that people who suffer from hair loss also suffer from a deficiency of vitamin B12.
Vitamin B12 is essential for the normal functioning of the body - converts food into energy, is involved in the production of blood cells and molecules of RNA and DNA.
Vitamin B12 promotes health of the scalp and hair roots. In addition, this vitamin prevents DHT (dihydrotestosterone) that slows hair growth in men and has a devastating effect on hair follicles.
This important vitamin is mostly found in the products of animal origin. If you are a vegetarian or a vegan, you should seriously consider taking supplementation containing vitamin B12.
Vitamins A, C and E
Vitamins A, C and E, called vitamins-antioxidants, are also linked with the health of the hair. They enhance the operation of the entire organism and release resources necessary for hair health.
Vitamins A, C and E stimulate cell regeneration and connective tissue health. Diets rich in these vitamins will provide the strength and health of your hair.
A balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains is the best source of these nutrients.
If your diet is deficient in these nutrients, compensate it with quality supplements.
Herbs for healthy hair
When it comes to herbs for healthy hair, field horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is a well-known herb.
Field horsetail contains silicon dioxide - a natural ingredient that strengthens nails, bones and hair.
In most herbal pharmacies you can buy SIPF field horsetail extract that contains high levels of silicon compounds and flavonoids. Take 3 ml of extract two or three times a day.
Nettle is the perfect herb for hair care. Nettle treatment is the best thing you can do for your hair and scalp.
Put two handfuls of fresh or dried nettle in a pot containing 5 liters of water. Boil it, turn off the heat and leave the mixture for 10-15 minutes. After that, strain the mixture, cool it off and use it for washing your hair.
Wash your hair with nettle every day. Results are visible after only a few weeks.
Rosemary is another herb that has a beneficial effect on the condition of the hair.
When applying it to the scalp, this herb improves circulation and gently removes dandruff and excess oil from the hair.
Rosemary gives shine to the hair and stimulates its growth and recovery.
Prepare rosemary tea for hair recovery
Pour a cup of boiling water over two to three teaspoons of fresh or dried rosemary leaves, cover the mixture and let sit for 10 minutes. After that, strain the mixture and drink two cups of this tea every day.
You can also use rosemary tea as a tonic for rinsing the hair.
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