Best Foods for Hair, Skin & Nails

We are all about healthy hair right now and I have learned so much about what it takes to nourish your hair. I’m really focused on growing it to be healthy, long, and fuller. These foods will make such a difference in your life. You’re going to notice fuller hair and less shedding.

Let’s get into all the things we need to be munching on…

Sweet potatoes

 Sweet potatoes are high in vitamin c which plays a huge role in collagen production. Through the amino acids and proteins, this promotes the production of hair and nail growth. Sweet potatoes also have vitamin a which promotes keratin production, which is essential for hair and nail growth and health.

Meat

 Believe it or not meat is huge in aiding the production of hair, nail, and skin health. Red meat specifically contains a huge abundance of iron. I recently started eating more red meat than I ever have in my life and my hair has never been thicker and fuller. Without getting all scientific, iron plays a significant role in the function and structure of the hair follicles… Hello longer, stronger, thicker hair!

Fish

Fatty fish like salmon, black cod, anchovies, tuna, sardines, and striped bass are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids which is a huge factor in supporting hair growth. They provide so many proteins and nutrients to hair follicles to promote healthy hair growth, and a clear, glowing complexion for your skin.

Eggs

Eggs are a great source of biotin which is an essential to hair growth. Eggs are filled with vitamins like B1, B2, B5, and B7. This helps with flexibility, strength, and overall hair, skin, and nail health. Eggs are also filled with copper, zinc, and iron. These vitamins also help make the hair less prone to breakage and helps fight against dryness.

Nuts & Seeds

Nuts and seeds are basically superfoods for your skin and hair. They contain micronutrients and healthy fats that promote cell regeneration. They are filled with healthy fats, minerals, antioxidants, vitamins, and proteins that help nourish our bodies.

Fruits & Vegetables

 Fruits & vegetables are the purest vitamins you can consume. There are so many amazing benefits to eating fruits and vegetables every day. Fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants that help to reduce free radicals. Dark leafy greens are essential to hair growth because the vitamins in them work together to keep your scalp and hair healthy. The vitamins that are included are vitamin c, vitamin a, folate, and iron. An added benefit - they also make your hair shiny! We also can’t forget that one of the most important things for our bodies is hydration. Hydration is absolute key for every part of your body. I fill this water bottle up every single day with lemon water and make sure that I drink at least two bottles a day. Fruits and vegetables are so hydrating for your body, so it is important to make sure that you have some every day.

Everything you put into your body is essential to not only your health but your hair, skin and nails as well. Ensure that you are getting the best quality foods that are filled with nutrients to reap all the benefits.