Nutrient deficiency and inadequate poor diet is regarded as the major cause for hair loss in both men and women. Just like any other part of the body, our hair also require nutrients and energy to remain healthy, essential minerals like zinc, magnesium and sulfur, important vitamins like folic acid, biotin, inositol play a vital role in maintaining healthy and beautiful hair.
Different tests carried out proof beyond doubt that magnesium deficient diet if taken continuously results in huge hair loss. Similarly prolonged consumption of foods which are deficient in Vitamin B6, biotin and inositol result in complete hair loss. This kind of hair loss is found to be reversible and introducing good amount of these nutrients in diet grows back normal hairs again.
It is observed that men and women deficient in folic acid and vitamin B6 are at a higher risk to lose hairs and get bald in early stages of life. So a well balanced diet which is rich in these nutrients can help immensely for them to regain the lost hair. In many individuals, intake of these vitamin supplements in good amounts triggered normal hair growth. Similarly essential fatty acids improve hair texture and prevent brittling and drying of hairs.
Consuming regular doses of vitamin A supplements for some time can act adversely and may result in hair loss. But once the vitamin A level is back to normal the hair loss stops and normal growth of hair resumes.
Consuming vitamin B rich foods like carrots, soy beans, eggs, nuts and bran has direct affect and ensures better hair health. If you are running low on vitamin B6 you may consider consuming B complex supplements for immediate results. Supplements like Pyridoxine, Pantothenic acid etc can immensely help to control vitamin B6 deficiency almost instantly.
Vitamin C helps in improving blood circulation in scalp, this indirectly helps to increase follicle strength and aids in hair growth. Vitamin E improves oxygen intake to follicles with bloodstream, this helps to keep hair healthy and fresh. Essential minerals like zinc and magnesium enhances immune functions and helps in controlling hair loss.
Before taking any of the vitamin supplement, you must take opinion from your doctor or dietician who can work with you to devise a detailed well planned and balanced diet which is rich in both vitamins and minerals and help you to improve your overall health with hair.