Natural Supplements for Hair Growth

Hair care is not just a topical matter, it is also a nutritional matter. For good hair, good diet are a must. Here are fourteen natual supplements that are necessary for normal hair health and growth:

1. Biotin (Vitamin H)
Natural doses of biotin (vitamin H or B7) are necessary for normal hair health and growth. Biotin may reverse premature graying of hair if it’is caused by biotin deficiency.  Supplements of 400 mg can be bought as over-the-counter drugs, these should be taken one time a day.


2. Silica
Silica strengthens hair and reduces the possibility of split ends. It is found in rice, oats, sunflower seeds and potatoes. If you prefer capsules, take 300mg daily.


3. Nettle Root
Nettle root inhibits 5-alpha reductase, which is a key component in turning testosterone into DHT, the substance that causes the atrophy of hair follicles. You can buy capsulated nettle root as treatment but topical treatment is also available. You should take 250 mg/daily.


4. Saw palmetto
The saw palmetto’s berries contain fatty acids, sterols and active ingredients that inhibit DHT uptake by follicles, and block binding of DHT to androgen receptors. This reduces the effects of pattern balding.

5. Amino acid and proteins
Hair follicles need proteins and amino acids to grow, especially the amino acid cysteine, which ensures that hair fiber production proceeds smoothly. Cysteine contains sulfur molecules, which cross link with one another in the keratin protein chain to produce disulfide bonds. These bonds give hair its strength. You should eat; meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk, cheese, yogurt, plants, legumes, grains, nuts, seeds, and vegetables. These foods contain all the amino acids that you need.

6. Vitamin A
Dose: 50 mg

7. Vitamin C
Dose: 900mg 

8.  Vitamin E
Dose: 400 to 800 IU

9. Vitamin B complex 
Dose: 50 mg 

10. Vitamin B6 
Dose: 50 mg

11. Flaxseed Oil 
Dose: one table spoon or one tablet

12. Magnesium 
Dose: 300mg


13. Zinc
Dose: 12mg

14. Sulphur
Dose: Is found in high doses in egg, chicken and spinach. Consume more of those.

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