All of my “stuff” shows up from my neck up. That includes hair. The first time my hair acted up was when I started learning how the mind affects the body. I was stressed and my hair thinned. It has done so two or three times since, then grows back.
This performance has caused me to be particularly keen to know what I can consume for hair health. My current list includes proteins and healthy fats. (I will cover other things in another summary.) Always remember we are not one size fits all – we each have to find what works best for us.
PROTEIN
Hair needs protein but is not first in the receiving line. Therefore we need enough protein to allow it to make its way to our scalp. Consider quality protein powder for those days when it is difficult to consume am amount that is enough for you.
My choice for protein powder is Vital Proteins Original Collagen Powder. It is available at www.vitalproteins.com and often at both Amazon and Costco.
GOOD FATS
I don’t know that you will find information about the items below that will make you feel they might benefit hair health. They each have properties that indicate various positive health benefits, but the information about them does not emphasize hair. Still, these found me and have been wonderful. I do not enjoy each of them every day, but rather make daily choices.
Black Seed Oil
From the Dr. Axe website Dr. Axe
“Black seed oil is made from the seeds of the black cumin (Nigella sativa) plant, which belongs to the ranunculus family (Ranunculaceae). The black cuminplant is native to southwestern Asia, the Mediterranean and Africa.
It has been grown for centuries for its aromatic and flavorful seeds that can be used as a spice or as an herbal medicine.
….This oil is also commonly called black cumin seed oil. Be careful, as black seed should not be confused with true cumin (Cuminum cyminum)….
In addition to being a natural skincare aid, there are also black seed oil health benefits for hair. Not surprisingly, black seed oil is often featured on lists of natural ways to boost hair and scalp health in numerous ways.
Since it contains nigellone, shown by research to be an impressive antihistamine, it may help with hair loss due to androgenic alopecia or alopecia areata. With its antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, it can also help the health of the scalp in general, discouraging dandruff and dryness, and improve hair health at the same time.”
I have tried this one from MAJU:
MAJU’s Black Seed Oil – find it on Amazon.com.
Olea Olive Oil
Most of us know that not all olive oil is created equally. And also that it is a good fat. One of the scientific studies about the benefits of olive oil can be found here:
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This 2005 study from the American College of Cardiology, summarized that “Phenolic compounds in olive oil, which have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-clotting properties, may explain cardiovascular health benefits associated with the so-called Mediterranean Diet, according to a new study in the Nov. 15, 2005, issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.”
In addition, at least for me, the properties of the high phenol, Olea True olive oil benefit my hair and skin. The properties of the olive oil, the science and the story can all be found at www.oleatrue.com.
MCT OIL – Coconut
In addition to being good for my hair, I understand that MCT oil is hydrating. I add organic coconut MCT oil to my coffee. (Note we do not recommend MCT oil made from Palm kernel oil.)
Costco at least sometimes carries an organic coconut MCT oil.
Chicken Fat
I know! I was recently ecstatic to learn that one of my favorite tastes was not only not prohibited, but encouraged. Yep, chicken fat is filled with good collagen and good fat.
After cooking organic chicken, scoop the drippings into a container. When moved enjoy a teaspoon with Himalayan salt.
~Caryn