According to Experts, This Is The Reason Why Hair Needs Additional Vitamins and Minerals

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JAKARTA - One of the symbols of beauty and good health can be seen from the condition of beautiful and smooth hair. However, to get it you need to consume nutrients, such as the right vitamins and minerals to maintain healthy hair.

Various factors, including age, lifestyle, heredity, stress, and hormonal imbalances, can affect hair health. Consuming vitamins and minerals every day can treat hair loss, eliminate dandruff, repair damage, maintain hair growth and shine. It also helps overcome problems such as dullness, cracking, and dryness.

These vitamins and minerals are available in various types. And hair health is determined based on the vitamins and minerals it receives. The following is a list of essential vitamins and minerals that the body needs to produce strong and shiny hair.

Vitamin A

Cells need adequate amounts of Vitamin A to carry out body functions properly, including improving hair condition. With Vitamin A, skin glands produce an oily substance called sebum which functions to moisturize the scalp and maintain healthy hair. Launching the Times of India, Thursday, February 9, vitamin A also helps fight free radicals, making hair look thick and not fluffy. Natural sources of Vitamin A can be obtained from carrots, sweet potatoes, red peppers, papaya, tomatoes, kale and spinach.

Vitamin B

Biotin is considered as one of the ideal vitamins that contribute to hair growth and prevent hair loss significantly. Biotin is found in foods such as whole grains, leafy vegetables and nuts. Also known as Vitamin B7, biotin is water-soluble which helps strengthen hair follicles, stimulates their growth, and repairs damaged hair. Biotin supplements control hair loss and promote hair growth and shine.

Vitamin E

As a powerful antioxidant, Vitamin E is the key to healthy hair. According to research, people who took Vitamin E for eight months to treat hair loss experienced an increase in hair growth of around 34.5 percent. Spinach, almonds, vegetable oils such as rapeseed (vegetable oil), sunflower, corn, olive oil, and avocado are foods fortified with Vitamin E. Vitamin E is also available in capsule form which effectively controls hair loss and promotes hair growth and nutrition.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that helps boost immunity, keeps bones and skin healthy, stimulates cell growth, and helps create new hair follicles. The best way to absorb vitamin D is by basking in the sun and consuming vitamin D to prevent hair loss and dry scalp problems and promote hair growth and nutrition.

Iron

Iron supports red blood cells in carrying oxygen to every cell of the body. Iron is an essential mineral for maintaining bodily functions along with promoting hair growth. Green leafy vegetables (such as kidney beans, spinach, broccoli, beans, and nuts) can help meet zinc needs, prevent hair loss, and support a charming appearance.

Zinc

Zinc supports the regulation of oil production in the sebaceous glands of the scalp and increases testosterone production. Dark chocolate, nuts, baked beans, chickpeas, legumes, help fill zinc deficiency.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C helps prevent free radical damage, causing significant consequences in the body, such as blocking hair growth and dulling hair. Vitamin C is one of the most powerful vitamins that strengthens, nourishes and makes hair shiny. Vitamin C is found in fruits such as guavas, strawberries, lemons and vegetables such as broccoli, sprouts, potatoes and peppers.