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Given how aesthetically important hair is for us, hair loss is distressing. Hair is made of keratin, a kind of protein; so eating the right protein is important. Every strand of hair has a follicle that supplies sebum which coats the strand and protects it. At any time, almost 90 per cent of your hair is in a growing phase, while the rest - about 50 to 100 strands of hair a day - falls. Factors that affect hair loss are detailed below. Age: By the age of 50, most men lose their hair to the point of baldness. Most women also suffer generalised hair fall. Genes: If your family has a history of baldness, you will suffer it too. Medical reasons: Disease, medication, chemotherapy, contraception and crash diets result in hair loss. Solutions lie in allopathy, herbs, and topical treatment, but their succoss varies. For a healthy head of hair, include the following in your diet. Vitamin A, found in carrots, spinach and eggs, helps the production of protective sebum. Vitamin C, found in citrus fruit, supports Vitamin A. Vitamin E, in nuts and oilseeds, helps the blood circulation in the scalp. Biotin, in brown rice, whole grains and eggs, prevents premature greying and hairloss. Inositol, found in wheat, keeps the hair follicles healthy. Vitamin B5, found in whole grains, fish and egg yolks, improves scalp circulation. Pantothenic acid B5 in egg yolk and brewers' yeast, controls greying hair. Vitamin B12, in eggs and milk, is important for hair follicles. Your choice of shampoo and hair oil is also important.
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