1. Vitamin A
Vitamin A is needed to produce sebum (Scalp oil). Without sebum the hair becomes dry hair, you develop dandruff and a most cases a thick scalp. All of those symptoms could potentially cause you hair loss. Also did you know that studies show aspirin second hand smoke and some prescription drugs could prevent Vitamin A absorption contributing to hair loss.
Be careful because having too much sebum will transfers DHT to the hair follicle and block the hair follicles again causing hair loss.
Vitamin A is found in Mangos, Oranges, Carrots, Sweet potato, Squash and liver.
2. Vitamin B
Vitamin B helps with hemoglobin, which brings oxygen to the scalp in the red blood cells. The main B vitamins that contribute to hair growth and hair loss are Vitamin B-6 and Folic Acid.
Vitamin B-6 is found in fish and seafood, poultry and meats, beans and peas, Potatoes, ready to eat cereals, Bananas, Oatmeal, eggs.
Folic Acid is found in cooked lentils, collard greens, chickpeas, medium papaya, frozen peas, and boiled asparagus.
3. Vitamin C
Vitamin C is responsible for the healthy development of collagen, which is necessary for strong hair.
Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, Oranges, Kiwi fruit, Guava, Red sweet peppers.
4. Vitamin E
Vitamin E is needed for good blood circulation to the scalp, it increases the absorption of oxygen.
Vitamin E is found in Vegetable oils, Safflower Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, nuts Turnip greens and other green leafy vegetables are the main dietary sources. Fortified cereals are also an important.
With a proper diet you can get all these vitamins naturally, but for most of us taking a daily vitamin will ensure proper hair care. And help prevent hair loss.
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