What are the best foods for healthier hair?
You may have heard the saying, “You are what you eat”. Are there foods that promote healthier hair? What do nutritionists and researchers say? Are there foods, nutrients that promote hair growth? Like any part of your body, your hair needs nutrients. What foods provide some of these nutrients? Not surprisingly, eating for good health can also mean eating for healthier hair. As the registered dietitian , Samantha Cassetty, states, “Eating for optimal health and healthy hair go hand-in-hand”. Some nutrients important for hair are some vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds in food. Cassetty and others note these nutrients are especially important for a healthy hair and for hair growth: Vitamins A and C Biotin Iron Omega 3 fatty acids The Cleveland Clinic has an excellent article on The Best Vitamins and Supplements for Hair Growth . The article highlights iron, biotin, vitamin A and omega-3 fa...