The top ten foods for healthy hair according to the website, http://www.webmd.com/healthy-beauty/features/top-10-foods-for-healthy-hair:
1. Salmon- omega 3, Vitamin B-12 and Iron- necessary for scalp health (Flaxseed oil- plant-based omega-3 fats)
2. Dark Green Vegetables- provide vitamins A and C ((the body needs these to produce sebum-the body's natural conditioner) as well as minerals iron and calcium)
3. Beans- kidney beans and lentils- protein, iron, zinc and biotin, that promotes hair growth
4. Nuts-
-Brazil nuts rich with selenium- for the health of the scalp
-Walnuts- alpha-linolenic acid- conditions your hair
-almonds, pecans and cashews- zinc, prevent hair loss
5. Poultry- protein needed to strengthen the hair and maintain color
6. Eggs- protein, biotin and vitamin B-12
7. Whole Grains- zinc, iron and B-vitamins
8. Oysters-zinc (beef and lamb)
9. Low Fat Dairy Products- skim milk and yogurt- calcium, whey and casein
10. Carrots- vitamin A- healthy scalp, shiny hair
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