Nutrition plays an important role in helping to reverse hair loss. You don’t even have to rely on expensive supplements; a well-balanced diet and multivitamins are just as effective. Here are six vitamins and minerals that we recommended you prioritize:
1) Protein
Eat at least 45 grams of protein daily. Meat, poultry, nuts are all excellent sources for protein.
2) Zinc
Low levels of zinc can cause hair to shed. Zinc is important in many of the chemical reactions within our body. Walnuts, almonds, and cashews are excellent sources of zinc.
3) Omega-3 Fatty Acids
These are contained in cold-water fish, salmon, and sardines. Some studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids help promote hair growth through the anagen activating pathways in the hair dermal papilla cells. They may also help to reduce inflammation associated with hair loss.
4) Vitamin D
Low levels of vitamin D have been associated with androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium.
5) Iron
Low iron levels are commonly seen in females, frequently due to menstrual cycles. Iron supplements can be beneficial.
6) Vitamin C
Vitamin C supplements are recommended to facilitate iron absorption in patients with low iron levels.
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