Ofcourse, these aren't the only vitamins and supplements you can take for longer, stronger hair, but here I will be showing the benefits of the vitamins I take.
MSMYou may have heard about MSM. After all, its value as a "super nutrient" has generated some buzz over the past few years.
What is MSM?
Official MSM is Methylsulfonylmethane. Quite simply MSM is a food that comes from the ocean, is water soluble, and is not a drug, or a food additive. MSM is the 3rd largest ingredient found in the human body.
MSM is a natural form of organic sulfonyl sulfur compound that is found in the fluid of all living organisms. It is present in a variety of foods, including most fresh raw fruits and green vegetables, milk, meat, seafood, and some grains. It is also found in many common beverages such as milk, coffee and tea. It is, in essence, a pure white, odorless, essentially tasteless, water-soluble crystalline solid sulfur powder.
Why does MSM help with the development of longer and stronger hair? Various scientific studies have proven that MSM contributes a definite normalizing effect on body functions.
The sulfur normally provided to the body by MSM is required for healthy collagen and keratin which are essential for healthy hair, skin and nails. MSM also has proven antioxidant benefits which can disrupt or alter damaging chain reactions of lipid peroxidation in the cell membranes.
MSM is considered to be one of the safest substances in biology, similar in toxicity to water. MSM and its related compounds are the source of 85 percent of the sulfur found in all living organisms. Many researchers believe that sulfur is a sorely neglected mineral nutrient and plays an indispensable role in human nutrition.
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www.hairboutique.comFLAXSEED OILFlaxseed is very rich in Omega-3 oils, those essential fatty acids that are so important for our health, and the health of our skin and hair.Regular Users of Flaxseed on their hair are reporting that there was a notable difference in helping to prevent hair loss as well as strengthening the hair.
Flaxseed users are finding less and less hair on their pillows and since using flax seed on their hair less has been falling out and their existing hair feels stronger and more vibrant.
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www.flaxseedshop.comSILICASilica is necessary for the rebuilding of all connective tissue, including hair, skin and nails.
It has been found that certain minerals including magnesium, sulfur, silica and zinc are also very important toward maintaining healthy hair.
VITAMIN B COMPLEXNiacin (Vitamin B3) - Promotes scalp circulation. Food sources: Brewer's yeast, wheat germ, fish, chicken, turkey and meat. Daily dose: 15 mg. Warnings: Taking more than 25 mg a day can result in "niacin flush" - a temporary heat sensation due to blood cell dilatation.
Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) - Prevents graying and hair loss. Food sources: Whole grain cereals, brewer's yeast, organ meats and egg yolks. Daily dose: 4-7 mg.
Vitamin B6 - Prevents hair loss, helps create melanin, which gives hair its color. Food sources: Brewer's yeast, liver, whole grain cereals, vegetables, organ meats and egg yolk. Daily dose: 1.6 mg. Warnings: High doses can cause numbness in hands and feet.
Vitamin B12 - Prevents hair loss. Food sources: Chicken, fish, eggs and milk. Daily dose: 2 mg.
VITAMIN A, C AND DVitamin A - Antioxidant that helps produce healthy sebum in the scalp. Food sources: Fish liver oil, meat, milk, cheese, eggs, spinach, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, apricots and peaches. Daily Dose: 5,000 IU.
Vitamin C - Antioxidant that helps maintain skin & hair health. Food sources: Citrus fruits, strawberries, kiwi, cantaloupe, pineapple, tomatoes, green peppers, potatoes and dark green vegetables. Daily Dose: 60 mg.
Vitamin D - Vitamin D is so critical to our health that nature designed a fail-safe way to obtain it: from the sun.
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