December is here and we wish our many friends and family a healthy and happy holiday season. As we move into the new year, we would like to share our tips for keeping your tresses flowing and your skin glowing throughout the season and into the new year.
May peace and joy be yours during this wonderful season and the coming New Year!
Protein – Hair mainly consists of protein, foods with protein with help it grow strong and vibrant. Sources: beans, lean meat, poultry, fish, egg whites, quinoa
Iron – A diet rich in iron can minimize hair loss and bring shine back to dry, dull and lack-luster hair. Sources: whole grain cereals, beets, dried fruit, almonds, sesame seeds, watercress, eggs, meat, fish
Silica – Silica is a mineral that adds resilience to your hair by fortifying it with strength. Its excellent for increasing shine and body. Sources: beets, brown rice, nuts, seeds, potatoes, peppers, cucumbers, leafy greens
Essential Fatty Acids – They improve your hair texture and prevent dry brittle hair. Sources: fish, eggs, nuts, olive oil, avocados, hemp/chia/flax seeds(also a great source of Omega 3), legumes
Vitamins C and E – These vitamins, along with a scalp massage enhance circulation. Sources: Vitamin C- berries, citrus fruits, pineapple, asparagus, broccoli, kale, spinach, Vitamin E – avocados, sweet potatoes, leafy greens, nuts, seeds, eggs
Vitamin A – helps your scalp produce its natural oils to moisturize your scalp and hair. Sources: carrots, apricots, cantaloupe, spinach, kale, collards, tomatoes, eggs
Zinc – stimulates hair growth by enhancing immune function. Sources: legumes, nuts and seeds, whole grains, dark chocolate, meat/poultry, oysters
Copper – this essential nutrient works with Zinc and Vitamin C to aid in hair growth. Sources: squash, asparagus, whole grains, leafy greens, beans, cashews, crimini mushrooms
Kelp(seaweed) – filled with minerals and trace elements that support immune function and your hairs health.
Wheat Germ – beneficial in preventing hair loss
For that extra boost – Add Folligenix, the all natural organic skin, hair and nail supplement to your regimen…Happy Healthy Eating!
