People have to deal with 'normal' hair loss every day. This is approximately between 50 and 120 hairs per day. When this increases, we speak of excessive hair loss. The cause of hair loss can have various causes. For example, a one-sided diet can lead to a deficiency of vitamins and minerals, but heredity and/or stress can also play a major role in hair loss. Of course, you can always pay attention to your diet. We all know that nutrition is important for healthy skin and a healthy scalp. Actually for the entire human body. Nutrition can promote hair growth, but a deficiency or excess of certain vitamins and minerals can lead to hair loss.

Hair loss vitamin FAQ: nutrition

You can of course always try to get enough vitamins in your diet because a healthy diet is always important. This way you get essential vitamins and your hair follicles will not have to deal with insufficient oxygen. We are happy to give you examples of different vitamins in different foods.

• It is important to eat mostly protein-rich foods. These can be animal products such as fish, meat and eggs, but also leguminous vegetables such as beans and lentils. Dark green leafy vegetables such as lettuce, spinach and cabbage are also very good for your hair follicles.

• Prevent iron deficiency! Sufficient iron in your blood is important. In addition to hair loss, iron deficiency can also cause fatigue and pale skin. Iron can be found in foods such as beef and lamb, liver, fish and whole grain products. You can also find iron in nuts, green beans, spinach and broccoli, for example.

• Vitamins B and C are also indispensable. Vitamin B can be found in eggs, milk, potatoes, bananas and avocados, for example. Vitamin C can be found in various types of vegetables and fruit. Some examples are strawberries, citrus fruits, peppers and kiwis.

In addition to eating these foods and enough fruits and vegetables, it is also important to drink enough water so that you can hydrate not only your skin, but also your hair.

The best hair loss vitamins

Do you want to get extra vitamins? Then of course you can always look at effective nutritional supplements with other types of vitamins that supplement the deficiency.

• Biotin, also called vitamin B8, the most important hair loss vitamins

  Biotin is the most well-known and one of the most important vitamins against hair loss. Vitamin B8 is an important vitamin because it contributes to the production of keratin. This is important for your scalp, but also for your nails, for example. If you have a biotin deficiency, you will quickly notice that your healthy hair will look dull and you may also experience thinning hair. Also read here how much biotin you should take per day .

• Folic acid, also called vitamin B11, has been proven effective for healthy hair growth. This is due to the fact that folic acid is essential for cell development and tissue growth. That is why it contributes to healthy hair follicles. Folic acid is also important for your blood circulation. With good blood circulation, sufficient nutrients will reach your scalp.

• Vitamin A, also called retinol, is an antioxidant. This is good for your general health, but also for the health of your scalp. It stimulates the production of sebum and sebum is exactly what your scalp needs to protect your hair from drying out. Sufficient vitamin A will stimulate your hair growth, but too much can lead to hair loss. Pay close attention to this.

• Vitamin D is important because it supports the hair follicles. A deficiency of this vitamin can therefore cause thinning hair and/or hair loss. Hair loss due to a vitamin D deficiency is unfortunately very difficult to reverse, so take this into account.

• All B vitamins. In addition to biotin and folic acid, there are many other B vitamins that are important for beautiful and healthy hair. This is due to the fact that this vitamin plays an important role in the metabolism in the cells.

• Vitamin B2, also called riboflavin, for example, supports the absorption of vitamin B6 and iron. A vitamin B2 deficiency therefore causes poor absorption of other vitamins. Both essential for healthy hair growth.

• Vitamin B3, also called niacinamide or niacin, causes a dilation of your blood vessels, which stimulates blood flow to your scalp so that your hair receives sufficient minerals and vitamins. Vitamin B3 also lowers your cholesterol, which contributes to a reduction in possible hair loss.

• A deficiency of vitamin B5, also called panthotenic acid, can lead to hair loss. This has been scientifically proven.

• Vitamin B12, also called cyanocobalamin, can not only cause hair loss, but can also cause gray hair. Please note that too much vitamin B12 can cause restless legs.

• Selenium is one of the most important minerals you need to maintain healthy hair. A selenium deficiency can cause brittle hair and/or hair loss. This mineral supports the body in processing proteins. Of course, your hair already consists mainly of proteins and that is why selenium is extra important for hair growth. Selenium is found in many foods such as oily fish and shellfish.

• Zinc helps keep hair healthy. It ensures a good build-up of proteins throughout the body, including in your hair. Zinc also helps in the formation of keratin and is therefore considered one of the most important substances for healthy hair growth. A zinc deficiency can also cause thin and brittle hair.

• Iron is a component of hemoglobin. This substance transports oxygen throughout your body and if you have an iron deficiency you can experience brittle hair, but also hair loss. You always get enough iron with a varied diet and a healthy diet.

So always make sure that you get enough vitamins and minerals because not only your hair needs sufficient vitamins and minerals, but the entire body works on these substances.

Vitamin C and E

A varied diet is therefore very important for a healthier scalp. Vitamin C and vitamin E are very important for hair growth. Therefore, make sure you get enough vitamin C by eating citrus fruits, for example. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant and vitamin C therefore helps maintain and build collagen in your skin and around your hair follicles. It also helps your body to absorb enough iron. Vitamin E stimulates the blood supply in your scalp, so that the hair follicles receive sufficient building blocks so that they can ensure optimal hair growth. A deficiency of this vitamin can cause brittle hair and hair loss.

Also need a vitamin for healthy hair growth?

Healthy food can possibly be supplemented with the right supplements. Taking a nutritional supplement naturally means that you have to look carefully at the active ingredients in the product. This way you can be sure that you will get important vitamins.

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VeganBoost Hair Vitamins contain natural sweeteners and natural flavors. The vitamins that you can find in supplements include vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, vitamin D, vitamin C, folic acid, biotin, choline, calcium, magnesium, iodine and sodium. These are exactly the essential vitamins you need to combat hair loss.