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What food to eat to reduce hair fall?

Updated: Aug 6, 2023

Eating a healthy and balanced diet can help improve hair quality and promote hair growth. In addition to these specific nutrients, it's important to eat a varied and balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats.

Drinking plenty of water and avoiding excessive alcohol, smoking and caffeine consumption can also help to improve hair quality.


Overall, a healthy diet that is rich in protein, iron, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins A and C, along with other essential nutrients, can help to promote healthy hair growth and improve hair quality.


Here are some nutrients and foods that are particularly beneficial for hair and reduce hair fall:


healthy food items for reducing hair fall
healthy food items for reducing hair fall

1. Protein:

Hair is made up of protein, so it's important to include adequate amounts in your diet.

Animal-based sources of protein:

• Lean meats such as chicken, turkey, and beef

• Fish such as salmon, tuna, and sardines

• Eggs

• Dairy products such as milk, cheese, and yogurt

Plant-based sources of protein:

• Beans and legumes such as lentils, chickpeas, and black beans

• Nuts and seeds such as almonds, peanuts, and chia seeds

• Soy products such as tofu and tempeh

• Whole grains such as quinoa, brown rice, and oats


2. Iron

Red meat: Beef, lamb, and pork are all good sources of iron. Lean cuts are best.

Poultry: Chicken and turkey are also good sources of iron. The darker meat tends to have more iron than the white meat.

Fish and seafood: Oily fish such as salmon and sardines are good sources of iron, as are shellfish such as clams and oysters.

Legumes: Beans, lentils, chickpeas, and soybeans are all good sources of iron, especially when combined with vitamin C.

Nuts and seeds: Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and cashews are all good sources of iron.

Vegetables: Spinach, kale, broccoli, and other leafy green vegetables are good sources of iron.

Fortified cereals: Many cereals are fortified with iron, making them a convenient way to boost your iron intake.


It's important to note that the body absorbs iron from animal-based sources more easily than from plant-based sources. However, you can enhance the absorption of iron from plant-based sources by consuming them with foods that are high in vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, tomatoes, and bell peppers.


3. Omega-3 fatty acids:

Omega-3 fatty acids help to nourish the hair and improve its elasticity. Good sources include fatty fish (such as salmon and sardines), walnuts, chia seeds, and flaxseeds.


4. Vitamins A and C:

Vitamin A helps to produce sebum, which moisturizes the scalp and keeps hair healthy, while vitamin C helps to produce collagen, which is important for hair strength. Good sources of vitamin A include sweet potatoes, carrots, and spinach, while good sources of vitamin C include citrus fruits, strawberries, and bell peppers.


5. Biotin:

Biotin is a B-vitamin that helps to promote healthy hair growth. Good sources include eggs, almonds, sweet potatoes, and spinach.


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