Hair from the Inside Out

Tip No. 4: Hair from the Inside Out

We love it, we hate it; our hair is our best friend and worst enemy. When we develop challenges with any part of our body (such as hair loss, weight gain and acne to name a few) our tendency is to fix it by using creams, pills, lotions, and a myriad of other products that attack the problem from the outside. We need to realize that our bodies are complex structures that are interconnected, and healing has to start from the inside out.

Hair is a protein composed mainly of keratin and collagen, which is formed by amino acids. It is similar to our skin, and needs nutrients and water to grow.

Thinning hair is sign that there has been a change to the balance in our body systems, and many times with proper diet and holistic practices, these balances can eventually be restored.

Thicker, fuller hair cannot be achieved if your diet is lacking in the basic nutrients needed to produce it. Consider these facts; does your diet measure up?

  • Nut intake; Brazil nuts, walnuts, cashews and pine nuts provide essential fatty acids needed for supple hair growth.
  • Iron deficiency is a reversible cause of hair loss. Make sure you are eating eggs, legumes, dried fruit, and fish or meat.
  • Oily fish provides nutrients for strong, supple hair. Mackerel, salmon and tuna steaks should be on the menu twice a week.
  • Women who experience hair loss due to insufficient stomach acid production will benefit from taking Acidophilus after meals.
  • Bee pollen is known as the world’s most complete nutrition source and has been used in hair loss treatment. It is widely available in health food shops in capsule.
  • Seaweed has been hailed as a miracle food source for hair growth, as it contains 13 of the 14 vital nutrients that are needed to produce hair. Seaweed is versatile and delicious, it can be found in soups, salads, and of course in sushi!

Other therapies that can be used to treat hair loss:

  • Meditation and visualization: While many people laugh off the idea of meditation, studies have shown that relaxation and positive visualization does result in positive results in healing ailments of the body.
  • Exercise: Any form of exercise that increases the heart rate will get the blood flowing to your head and scalp. Running, swimming, yoga, tai chi – there are high and low impact options available for all ages and levels of fitness. Paired with a healthy diet, exercise is a great way to feel healthier and more confident, while increasing circulation to the body.
  • Massage: An Indian Head Massage is an amazing experience that everyone should try at least once. In addition to stimulating key muscles and circulation needed for hair growth, head massage relaxes the mind and reduces stress. At home, you can do your own scalp massage (or ask a friend or partner to do it for you). A four minute scalp massage a day will help to stimulate hair growth.

Professional Style Tip

Style expert: Lisa French, Top Hairstylist at Rush Salon, London UK

 “The most important tip that I give to my clients who are distressed about thinning hair is to massage the scalp every day. This is a great way to kick start hair growth in thinning areas. This tip works especially well for new moms who have lost their hair after pregnancy.”

It bears repeating what I said above, that – “We need to realize that our bodies are complex structures that are interconnected, and healing has to start from the inside out.” This is not news to most of us, we know that if we look after ourselves mentally and physically we will have fewer problems of any sort. So why don’t we?

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