Fruits, hydration, blood sugar balance: This book offers tips by a nutritionist for healthy hair

Keep protein handy

Stock up on your protein-rich snacks!

Your hair is nearly 90 per cent protein, but as a non-essential function, hair growth is not a priority for your body. That’s why, if you’re interested in long, healthy and strong hair, protein needs to be a top priority in your diet. Protein is made up of amino acids. Your body needs twenty different amino acids to function properly. Nine of these amino acids are essential; we must consume them through our diet. This means that the key to protein intake is variety. Each protein source is made up of different amino acids in different amounts. I recommend keeping a variety of protein sources in your kitchen for optimal hair health.

Include healthy fats daily

Dietary fats are an essential part of a healthy diet. They provide energy, increase vitamin uptake and support cell function.

Healthy fats like walnuts, avocado, extra-virgin olive oil and coconut oil nourish your hair follicles to give your hair strength and shine, and they can even reduce hair loss!

Eat veggies and fruits regularly

Did you know that only 9 per cent of American adults consume the recommended amount of vegetables in their diet? This surprisingly low intake has significant nutritional consequences.

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