Many women waste lots of money in buying products that promise to help solve our hair problems and aid in hair growth. What they do not know is that they do not have to buy them.
The solution is always close.
Most edible items found in our kitchens and grocery stores can provide the solution. They are cost-effective with no side effects. For best results, one only needs patience and commitment while using them. Here is a list of kitchen ingredients you should try for healthy hair growth.
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Carrots
They are loaded with Vitamin A which encourages secretion of the sebaceous glands to produce sebum. The healthy sebum produced helps nourish the scalp, prevent hair loss and stimulate hair growth.
Animal Organs
Animal organs such as the liver, heart and kidney are quality proteins. They should be included in your diet for healthy hair growth. Animal organs have lots of biotin and iron which make the hair thick and strong promote healthy hair growth.
Spinach
They have Vitamin A. Vitamin A helps produce sebum which promotes healthy hair growth, prevents hair loss and nourishes the scalp.
Eggs
Eggs are very nutritious. They contain Vitamins B12 and B5 which help in the regeneration of new hair. They also contain biotin which gives volume to the hair and Sulfur which fights dandruff and scalp dryness.
Other nutrients responsible for hair growth, shine and healthy scalp found in eggs are zinc, iron, phosphorus, iodine and selenium.
Make a hair mask by mixing an egg with banana, avocado or honey. Applying the mixture on your hair guarantees best results. Apart from adding shine, this mixture can also act as a natural hair conditioner.
Bananas
These fruits are very rich in potassium which is important for hair growth. Potassium strengthens the hair and prevents hair loss.
Greens
Green vegetables such as kale and those that have dark green leaves are highly nutritious and promote hair love. They have iron which prevents hair loss and premature aging of hair follicles.
Iron also helps grow thick and healthy hair.
Guavas
Guavas contain Vitamin C, which is essential for healthy hair growth. Vitamin C helps strengthen the hair, prevents hair thinning and promotes hair growth.
Nuts
Nuts, particularly walnuts are rich in omega-3. Omega-3 are fatty acids that help in the production of sebum which moisturizes the hair, nourishes the scalp, prevents hair breakage and promotes hair growth.
Salmon
This fish is very nutritious as it is full of protein and selenium. These nutrients strengthen the hair and promote healthy hair growth. Salmon also contains omega-3 fatty acids which help in the production of sebum hence highly moisturized hair and healthy scalp.
Strawberries
They have high concentrations of Vitamin C which help strengthen the hair and prevent hair breakage.
Garlic
Garlic is loaded with minerals which are essential for hair growth. It has Copper,
Selenium, Vitamin C and Sulphur. These minerals promote hair thickening, improve the pigmentation of the hair, reduce hair loss, stimulate new hair formation and promotes hair growth.
For hair and scalp treatment, blend garlic with natural oils like olive oil or coconut oil. Then massage it into your scalp. Wash it off with water and shampoo after twenty minutes.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a very nutritious spice and has a very sweet smell. Add it to your beverages, toast or rice for a richer taste. Cinnamon improves blood flow in the body which helps supply oxygen in the scalp hence hair growth.
Tea
Taking tea is important for a person’s overall health as it is rich in antioxidants.
It encourages the circulation of blood in the body. As a result, more oxygen is supplied in the scalp hence stimulated hair growth.
Tea also heals a dry, itchy scalp and prevents hair breakage. To relieve dandruff and a flaky scalp, rub a wet tea bag on your scalp.
Oatmeal
Oats are essential for hair growth. They are loaded with fibre, iron, omega-3 and zinc which strengthen the hair, nourish the scalp, thicken the hair, prevent breakage and encourage hair growth.
Coconut Milk
The coconut fruit loaded with proteins, essential oils, iron and potassium which are very important for hair growth. Coconut milk rejuvenates hair cells, nourishes the scalp and prevents hair loss. Lentils
They have folic acid which encourages blood circulation in the scalp that leads to hair growth. Lentils are also rich in zinc, iron, and biotin which are responsible for hair thickening, preventing hair loss and hair growth.
Honey
Honey contains nutrients that are essential for healthy hair growth. It is an antioxidant, thus improves blood circulation in the scalp and promotes hair growth. It also moisturizes the hair, restores its natural shine and prevents hair loss.
Oysters
This seafood is very nutritious. Oysters contain zinc which is responsible for the regrowth of new hair and prevention of hair loss.
Avocado
It is essential for hair growth because it has Vitamins B and E. They help moisturize the hair, nourish the scalp, prevent premature aging of hair follicles, prevents hair breakage and promotes hair growth.
Sweet Potatoes
They are rich in beta-carotene which encourages secretion of sebaceous glands to produce sebum. Sebum helps moisturize the hair, nourish the scalp, give shine to the hair and promote healthy hair growth.
Lemon
This citrus fruit has calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, and folic acid which are essential for hair growth. Lemon deeply cleanses the hair and scalp, heals dandruff, adds shine to the hair, prevents hair loss, promotes hair thickening and stimulates hair growth.
Rinsing your hair with lemon juice after shampooing guarantees best results.
Onions
Onions have high Sulfur content. Sulfur encourages the regeneration of new hair and heals dandruff. Therefore, applying onion juice on your scalp is good as it prevents balding and keeps your scalp healthy.
Apple Cider Vinegar
This vinegar contains acetic acid which helps balance hair pH. It is a great cleanser and prevents bacterial and fungal infections. It also reduces hair loss, makes the hair shiny and smooth, helps detangle the hair and encourages hair growth.
Rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar after shampooing for best results.
Cloves
Cloves are full of antioxidants which are essential for hair growth. It helps reverse baldness, prevent breakage, improve hair color, nourish the scalp and stimulate hair growth.
To relieve a dry, itchy scalp, boil cloves in water, use a sieve to strain the liquid into another container then add olive oil. Apply the mixture and leave it in your hair for thirty minutes then wash off with water.
