Some days it can feel like there’s a war raging against your hair. The cold, dull days and woolly hats of winter can play havoc enough, without the added assault of raging hormones and the ageing process. Then there’s often an attack from harsh styling techniques and products.
But there is a way to help revitalise your hair’s health and it starts with what you eat.
‘Hair follicle cells need a constant supply of protein and nutrients,’ says GP Dr Sarah Brewer. Which is why the quality of our hair is so susceptible to nutrient deficiency in particular. ‘As the hair follicle is a non-essential structure, nutrients are diverted from the hair in times of deficiency, which can lead to thinning,’ she explains.
‘A lack of vitamin C can lead to brittle hair, while patchy hair loss could be a sign you’re lacking in iron, B vitamins and vitamin D.’
Know your A, B, C
Vitamins A, B and C are vital for thick, glossy hair.
Vitamin C is in lots of fruit and veg but particularly good sources include peppers, oranges, Brussels sprouts and potatoes. It’s also important for the absorption of iron.
Esta historia es de la edición November 09, 2021 de WOMAN'S WEEKLY.
Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.
Ya eres suscriptor ? Conectar
Esta historia es de la edición November 09, 2021 de WOMAN'S WEEKLY.
Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.
Ya eres suscriptor? Conectar
10 OF THE BEST Buys for CHARITY
Look great and support Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October
How to HAGGLE
Save those £££s by plucking up the courage to negotiate
Your wellbeing
LATEST HEALTH SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR MIND AND BODY
Here to help
LET COUNSELLOR KEREN LIGHTEN YOUR LOAD
Good to GLOW
Plant your bulbs now for a lovely bright start to spring
Painted VASES
Prettify empty jars and bottles with this quick craft project
Escape to OXFORD
Delve into the city's rich cultural heritage for a wonderful weekend
Sail through menopause WITHOUT WEIGHT GAIN!
Middle-aged spread may seem inevitable - but it really doesn't have to be
Woodland wonders
When you go down to the woods, you'll find a whole new world teeming with life
'We should all be dancing'
Singer and actor Toyah Willcox on overcoming adversity, ageing and Strictly Come Dancing