The relationship between thin hair and vitamin deficiency
Vitamins have a crucial role in the optimal functioning of the body's cells, it is they who control the growth of healthy and strong hair. The hair shaft itself consists of dead tissue, but everything that determines the health of the hair occurs in the hair follicle. This is where nutrition makes a difference and influences how hair develops, grows and stays strong. Lack of various vitamins for hair can affect in different ways.
Symptoms of vitamin deficiency hair loss
When we suffer from a lack of viamines, the hair follicles can weaken, which affects both the quality and quantity of hair. Common signs that the body is not getting enough in are hair becoming thinner, growing slower, or even falling off. In such cases, supplements with hair-strengthening vitamins can be a way to support both hair health and new growth.
Typical signs of vitamin deficiency hair loss:
- Dry and brittle
- Goes off easy
- Getting thinner
- Slower growth
- Lifeless and weak
- Curls abnormally
- Hair loss
Vitamins that strengthen your hair in case of vitamin deficiency
Vitaminum A
Develops and maintains both skin and hair. Supports the production of sebum, the natural oil that keeps hair hydrated, gives shine and keeps hair healthy. Vitamin A also helps sebum production on the scalp, which counteracts dry and brittle hair.You get vitamin A through, for example, sweet potatoes, carrots and leafy vegetables.
Vitamin B12
Helps the body form red blood cells which in turn oxygenate the hair follicles and thus support both growth and regrowth. You get vitamin B12 through animal foods such as fish, chicken and dairy products.
Biotin (B7)
Crucial for the production of keratin, the protein that gives hair strength and structure.Biotin is found in eggs, nuts, salmon, sunflower seeds and avocados.
Vitaminum C
Affects the body's production of collagen, a protein that strengthens hair and provides a healthy scalp. Its antioxidant properties protect the hair follicles from oxidative stress. In addition to this, the vitamin helps the body absorb important nutrients such as iron, vitamin E and calcium which are nutrients that in turn are important for hair growth.You get vitamin C through citrus fruits, broccoli and potatoes. Fruits and vegetables should be avoided when the amount of vitamins is reduced — eat raw instead.
Vitaminum D
Stimulates hair follicles and contributes to a healthy environment for hair growth. Since the body primarily produces vitamin D through sunlight, it is common to have a deficiency during the winter months, which can negatively affect the quality of hair.
vitamin D is found in fatty fish, eggs, mushrooms and milk. Good with 20 minutes of daylight a day, all year round.
Vitamine E
An antioxidant that can prevent oxidative stress as well as improve blood circulation in the scalp which in turn strengthens the hair.
You get vitamin E through nuts, avocados and red peppers.
Zinc
Contributes to cell repair and helps balance hormones, which are two important factors for the optimal functioning of hair follicles.Zinc is found in nuts and seeds, but also from legumes, meat and seafood.
Iron
A traditional deficiency that leads to a lot of hair loss is iron deficiency. This mainly affects women due to menstruation in which anemia; produces a lower value of iron in the hemoglobin molecule.
Iron is needed to transport oxygen via the red blood cells, which is essential for stimulating and healthy hair growth. Lack of iron is more common in women during menstruation and pregnancy.
Iron is obtained through red meat, blood pudding and spinach.
When vitamins do not help
What is missing in the body in case of hair loss? A nutritious diet and a healthy lifestyle are the main building blocks for healthy and thick hair, but sometimes it is not enough all the way. Hair loss can be due to vitamin deficiency but also other factors such as genetics, hormones, stress or medical conditions. Hereditary hair loss is one of the most common causes, in which neither diet nor vitamins alone can slow down the process. Many people then wonder what can be done to get thicker hair and in these cases more targeted treatments may be needed.
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