Everyone experiences a light shedding of hair each day, but there comes a point where it may be concerning and affect your overall hair thickness. However, you may be able to figure out what's causing it to help you come back from it. Some people experience hair loss because of hormones or genetics, while others may need to up their intake of certain vitamins.
A balanced diet full of vitamins and minerals can help you achieve healthy locks while boosting your overall health at the same time. It's a win-win. We outlined seven hair-friendly vitamins, along with the foods they're found in, that you should try to incorporate into your diet for potential hair health benefits. However, before changing your diet or adding any supplements, be sure to consult your doctor first.
What vitamins are best for hair growth?
Vitamins do many amazing things for hair. They can aid in cell growth, prevent free radicals from damaging it, keep it from graying prematurely and nourish the follicles that stimulate growth.
Here are the best vitamins for hair growth and thickness.
Biotin
Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, stimulates the production of keratin to increase follicle growth. Biotin deficiencies tend to be rare, with those diagnosed with Biotinidase deficiency being the most common. You can find this vitamin in many foods, including eggs, meat, fish, nuts, eggs, sweet potatoes and seeds.
The recommended intake is 30 micrograms for adults daily.
However, one side effect of biotin may be acne breakouts. In this Reddit thread a user posted seeking advice on what vitamins and supplements others use for hair growth, multiple responses have indicated that taking more biotin resulted in acne. Though this may not be the same for everyone, it is something to consider if you do take a biotin supplement. If you do notice more breakouts, then consider one of the other vitamins for healthy hair.
Vitamin A
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