Foods and Herbs for Har Growth

Fenugreek, Black Beans, Coconut, and Lemon Juice: These items pack a powerful punch against hair loss and balding. Fenugreek is even touted as a natural hair regrowth herb. Coconut is one of the few oils that actually contains protein easily absorbable into the hair strands, and thus, is one of the few oils that strenghten the hair follicle. Lemon Juice and Black beans are great for managing the porousity, health, and shine of the hair. They also reduce hair shedding and breaking, a common cause for hair loss when genetics is not the main contributor. How to use them all? Wash your hair with the paste of cooked black beans and fenugreek powder, three times a week. Combine the paste with 5 tablespoons of pure coconut milk and tablespoon of lemon juice. Massage well into the scalp. Allow to sit on hair for 3-5 minutes wash and rinse with natural shampoo.
Protein is essential for hair growth, so consuming enough protein can make sure that the body has the necessary building blocks for hair. Complete sources of protein like meats and fish are the most beneficial for hair growth and many meats also contain iron, which is another essential aspect of proper hair growth.

Foods like meats, fish, eggs, and especially bone broths (see below) are excellent for hair growth. These foods also contain necessary fats that help promote healthy hormones (see below) and healthy hair!

2. Get The Vitamins!

Some vitamins help promote hair growth- most notably: Vitamin C and Biotin. The body needs Vitamin C to produce collagen, which is necessary for healthy hair and skin. Vitamin C also helps with iron absorption, which promotes hair growth (plus it is an immune booster!). Since the body can’t manufacture Vitamin C, it is one vitamin that must be obtained from food or supplements. Foods like citrus, broccoli and spinach all contain Vitamin C.

Biotin (and other b-vitamins) can also promote faster and stronger hair growth, and it is also good for the skin. Biotin is a water soluble B-Vitamin that is also used in proper digestion of fats and sugars. Eggs, nuts, berries, fish and some vegetables all provide Biotin, though in small amounts, so sometimes a supplement can be helpful.