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The food that we consume on a daily basis can have an effect on hair loss; this is because different foods have different vitamins in them.

A change of diet can mean a change in vitamins, and some of these vitamins are essential for hair growth, and others are linked with hair loss.

What is a Paleo diet?

The Paleo diet is a diet based on the types of foods presumed to have been eaten by early humans. The diet is based on the concept that for optimal health, humans today should revert to eating real, whole unprocessed foods that are not harmful to the body.

When on a Paleo diet you may not get all of the essential vitamins needed to promote hair growth. There is also a possibility that you will have a large intake of vitamins that link to hair loss because of the food consumed on the diet.

Foods that should be eaten on the Paleo diet include; fruits and vegetables, lean meats, seafood, nuts and seeds and healthy fats.

Food that should be avoided on the Paleo diet include; dairy, grains, processed food and sugars, legumes, starches and alcohol.

Diet and hair loss

Hair loss is a natural process that can happen at anytime throughout our life; however your diet can affect hair loss and cause your hair to thin at an earlier stage.

A balanced diet with the right mix of protein, iron and other nutrients can improve the health of your hair.

Your hair needs the same well-rounded diet that provides you with the recommended amount of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients needed for good health in the rest of the body.

Vitamins and your hair

The vitamins we consume are essential in helping our existing hair grow and to keep it healthy and strong.

When on a Paleo diet you will intake a variety of vitamins, however you will also be lacking a great deal of some essential vitamins that are linked with hair loss.

Too much Vitamin A

On a Paleo diet you will have a high intake of vitamin A. Foods that are high in vitamin A include: sweet potato, carrots, dark leafy greens, tuna and butternut squash.

Although potatoes and rice are not included in a Paleo diet, sweet potatoes are allowed. This is one of the biggest carbohydrate sources consumed on the diet, meaning you will have a high intake of vitamin A from this alone.

Vitamin A is essential for vision, boosting the immune function and your skin’s health, and for this reason it should be consumed in moderation.

Vitamin A is directly linked with hair loss, and for this reason a high intake of vitamin A on a Paleo diet can contribute to hair loss.

Not enough Vitamin B

Vitamin B is found in bulgur wheat, green peas, lentils, brown rice, wholegrain bread, beans, eggs and cauliflower. The Paleo diet does not allow you to eat grains or rice, so you may find that your body is low on Vitamin B.

Vitamin B is essential for maintaining healthy hair skin and eyes. As vitamin B is vital for the health of your hair a low intake of vitamin B could lead to hair loss.

As you can’t include certain vitamins naturally in your diet whilst on a Paleo diet, it may be good to consider taking supplements to ensure you keep your hair healthy and postpone hair loss.

If you are suffering with hair loss, we offer a variety of treatments that can help with hair loss.

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