Written By: Aishwarya Iyer | Published : September 8, 2018, 6:03 PM
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Seeing more strands in your hairbrush than usual? This could be your worst nightmare, but trust us- you are not alone. Hair fall is a major problem these days and there is almost nothing that one wouldn't do to reduce hair fall. But you don't have to go that far, just gorge on these foods.
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Spinach: This green wonder is an excellent source of iron, protein, potassium, omega-3 acid, magnesium, Vitamin A and C. Deficiency of iron is recognized as one of main reasons for hair fall. Therefore, consuming spinach will do all the wonder that you need. Apart from being rich in iron, it also contains a natural conditioner for hair, named sebum.
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Honey: Various studies have proven that applying a solution of honey and water to the scalp for a specific period of time, could prove to be helpful in reducing hair fall.
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Nuts and seeds: According to a study released in 2015 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, consuming nutritional supplement containing omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and antioxidants for 6 months could reduce hair fall considerably. Not only that, nuts and seeds also help in hair growth and hair thickening. You could consider having walnuts, sesame, flax seeds, sunflower seeds etc.
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Strawberries: This yummy fruit is great to fight hair fall. It contains a good amount of silica which is a vital mineral to strengthen your hair and promote hair growth.
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Eggs and dairy products: Milk, paneer, yogurt, cheese and eggs are loaded with proteins, vitamin B12, iron, zinc, omega-6 fatty acids and biotin. They not only promote hair growth but also help in fighting hair loss.
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Chicken: Yes, you read that right. Poultry meat contains good amount of protein that strengthens your hair and prevents breakage, so gorge on them.
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Salmon: When you eat protein, you grow new strands of hair and keep the existing ones strong. Also, they require keratin, which is a component of your hair. Salmon is not only rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin content but also has mineral-based proteins, that promotes hair growth.
