How effective are hair supplements?

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Regardless of gender, race or lifestyle, unhealthy hair can be a touchy subject. There are many products on the market that target unhealthy, dry, slow-growing, and lifeless hair- but how effective are these products?

Every hair strengthener on the market promise improved results via supplements, such as; iron, biotin, vitamin E, Viviscal, L-Lysine, and Niacin. Let’s take a look at what they can do for you.

Iron

Iron deficiency can cause a multitude of problems, one being brittle, thinning hair. Taking an iron supplement will improve the overall health of your hair, but you should never begin an iron regimen without consulting a physician. An excess of iron can cause severe problems, starting with vomiting and diarrhea… maybe making your improved hair a moot point!

Biotin

Biotin is more widely recognized as vitamin B7, which speeds up your metabolism by increasing your body’s protein production. An increase in protein and a faster metabolism speeds up hair growth which creates a fuller, more natural head of hair.

Vitamin E

If you can’t put down the flat iron and blow dryer, then get in the habit of also reaching for the vitamin E oil! Vitamin E oil deeply conditions hair and helps prevent the damage and breakage that is associated with using heat as a means of styling. Vitamin E taken as a supplement is the key for growing longer, heartier hair. It promotes the capillary growth that is necessary for healthy growth.

Viviscal

Viviscal is the prime choice for celebs. To keep up with ever-changing trends on the red carpet, you have to have hair that can withstand continuous styling! Viviscal is a top choice because it is a supplement that contains both biotin and zinc. Viviscal also contains a unique, currently exclusive, ingredient known as AminoMar. A Scandinavian professor created AminoMar after studying the diet of Inuits, known for their great hair and skin. He isolated protein molecules that were responsible and voila! An amazing product for hair based on natural principals.

L-Lysine

L-Lysine is an amino acid that is not naturally found in the body, but is essential for healthy hair. L-Lysine not only builds proteins, but it is also crucial for collagen formation. The importance of collagen is undeniable when talking about preserving a youthful appearance; not only in the hair, but also in the skin. Since L-Lysine isn’t naturally produced in the body, increasing consumption through your diet is absolutely essential. High protein foods are the best for finding lysine. Foods with significant levels of L-Lysine include: beans, peas, red meats, fish, eggs, soy, and cheese.

Niacin

As most of us know, blood transports oxygen, as well as essential nutrients to every part of our bodies. Getting the nutrients that you need to the hair follicles can be the difference between having thinning, lifeless hair and having hair that should be in an Herbal Essence commercial. This is where Niacin is important: it increases your blood circulation. Increased circulation to the scalp just might boost your modeling career!

Conclusion

It is very difficult to prove definitely whether or not taking supplements alone can drastically change the life of your hair, however, the roles these supplements play in your body are a matter of science. Many people report their hair looking and feeling better when taking some, or a combination of these supplements. Knowing your diet is very important in this discussion: Many people think of supplements as pills and do not take into consideration that many of the supplements discussed are found in every day food sources. If your diet is lacking, then taking supplements in the form of a pill is fine. Many vitamins and supplements have upper limits, meaning they may be dangerous if ingested in addition to a diet that is already contains a substantial or high concentration. It is best to consult a medical professional to check for deficiency before you begin taking any additional supplements to avoid adverse effects.

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