Fred, our hair guru, is taking his quest for perfect hair to the next level. His mission? To make your hair as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside. Because yes, having beautiful hair (making it stronger , stimulating its growth , and having a healthy scalp ) also comes down to diet , and as we like to say: healthy hair in a healthy body .
Essential nutrients for healthy hair
No matter how much you pamper your hair and give it the best treatments, it will always betray your little secrets. Your bad eating habits, your fatigue, and your emotions— everything is reflected in your hair . Here's a quick overview of the foods that will make all the difference for healthy hair.
Iron for cell oxygenation
To grow, our hair needs oxygen, and iron is the superhero that transports oxygen in the blood and nourishes our scalp. So, for strong, faster-growing hair , opt for legumes, spinach, or dark chocolate to combine health… and pleasure.
Proteins for healthy, radiant hair
Protein isn't just for athletes, far from it; it's also essential for healthy hair. The main protein in our hair is the famous keratin , whose name we know but whose benefits we don't necessarily understand. It's this protein that makes our hair strong and shiny while promoting growth.
Don't skimp on protein, especially for those who expose their hair to high heat or chemicals. Legumes and almonds are great for that! Yum 😋
Vitamin C for strengthening
Vitamin C is the ally of city dwellers and those under stress . Found in many fruits and vegetables such as oranges, strawberries, bell peppers, and kiwis, it's a key ingredient for achieving mermaid-like hair every day. It protects our roots from external aggressors like pollution and stress, and it stimulates collagen production. A true beauty elixir, vitamin C acts directly on the structure of our hair and improves scalp microcirculation, leaving our hair healthier and more beautiful. What more could you ask for?!
Biotin or vitamin B8 to boost keratin
Biotin and keratin go hand in hand; without biotin, there's no keratin, and without keratin, goodbye to your dream hair. So, let's indulge in vitamin B8, which will strengthen, stimulate, and prevent hair loss— no small feat! But where can we find this biotin? In brewer's yeast, egg yolks, whole-wheat bread, and, last but not least, avocados. Bring on the avocado toast and brunch on the patio!
Zinc, to say goodbye to oily hair
Ah , zinc! It needs no introduction; it's truly the all-purpose nutrient, the one that will give us peachy skin and mermaid hair. It allows hair to properly absorb keratin, thus strengthening it from within. It helps regulate sebum production, so say goodbye to oily hair. You can find it in pumpkin seeds or shiitake mushrooms with their delicious umami flavor.
