Vitamins for Hair

Lily

B.R
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It is the deficiency of B vitamins (especially B6, biotin, inositol and folic acid) in your diet that lead to hair loss. The body needs plenty of vitamins for promoting health fitness, but there are some specific natural vitamins for hair growth like B5 (pantothenic acid and B3 (niacin). Read further to explore information about healthy hair vitamins…

Here is a list of vitamins good for hair:


  • Vitamin A: it is an antioxidant that aids in the making of healthy sebum in the scalp. Food sources rich in Vitamin A are fish liver oil, meat, milk, cheese, eggs, spinach, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, apricots and peaches.
  • Vitamin C: they work towards maintaining hair health. Sources of vitamin C are citrus fruits, strawberries, kiwi, cantaloupe, pineapple, tomatoes, and dark green vegetables.
  • Vitamin E: it helps in improving the scalp circulation. Food sources rich in vitamin E are vegetable oils, wheat germ oil, soybeans, raw seeds and nuts, dried beans, and leafy green vegetables.
  • Biotin: it works as an anti aging agent by preventing graying of hair and hair loss. Sources of biotin are: whole grains, egg yolks, liver, rice and milk.
  • Inositol: it helps in keeping hair follicles healthy. Rich food sources include whole grains, liver and citrus fruits.
  • Niacin (Vitamin B3): it aids in promoting scalp circulation. Rich food sources include wheat germ, fish, chicken, turkey and meat.
  • Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5): it helps in preventing graying and hair loss. Rich food sources encompass whole grain cereals, organ meats and egg yolks.
  • Vitamin B6: Prevents hair loss. Food sources include brewer's yeast, liver, whole grain cereals, vegetables, organ meats and egg yolk.
  • Vitamin B12: Prevents hair loss. Rich food sources include chicken, fish, eggs and milk.
 
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