Hair Care - How to Maintain Soft and Shiny Hair. - Health

Owners of beautiful cats know that the condition of their pet's fur is an outward indication of their health. A healthy feline has a soft, smooth, shiny coat. Dry, coarse fur may be due to an unbalanced dietor a health problem. It's the same with we humans.

Most people don't realise that a strand of hair is made up of lifeless proteinwhich can be manipulated, but not rescussitated! Therefore it's important toensure that your hair follicles are given the chance to manufacture a top class product,and not hindered by any preventable cause.

Smooth, healthy, shining hair is the result of a well balanced diet containingproteins, vitamins A, B, C, E, and K, fatty acids and trace minerals. Bodilyexercise and a happy, relaxed frame of mind are also significant.

Although it's an interesting exercise, there's no need to go into too much detail listing which foodscontain which vitamins and other essentials. Some contain several of the elements. Byeating the following foods on a regular basis you'll betaking in all the above proteins and vitamins. You'll be eating a very healthy diet which will benefit you as well as your hair's texture.

Proteins - Meat, eggs, beans, yoghurt, cheese, seeds and nuts. Fish will also give you fatty acids.

Vitamins, fatty acids, trace elements - In season fresh green and yellow vegetables plus potatoes, carrots,tomatoes, squash. Seeds, especially sunflower and pumpkin. All fresh fruit, especially lemons, oranges and limes.

If you are eating these on a regular basis there's probably no need to buysuppliments. (Put that money into a superannualtion account!)

Exercise - Twenty minutes quick walking a day will keep you fit and help your mind torelax. Do more strenuous exercise if you're able.

Things to avoid.Stress - avoid getting stressed out and get sufficient sleep.Keep away from eating too much fat - cut down on cholesterol, fatty takeaways and refinedsugars (honey is OK). Use olive or canola oils for baking and frying.Shun caffeine, nicotine, recreational drugs, alcohol. (Your superannuationaccount is really thriving now!)Steer clear of experimenting with dyes and conditioners. Use well tried and guaranteed products. Give attention to all the chemical processes used in the care of your hair. Only visit trusted hair salons. Don't brush your hair when it's wet, use a wide toothed comb.

If your hair remains dry and bristly it would be wise to seek a medical opinionas rarely this condition may be caused by a few illnesses, such as anaemia or anunder-performing thyroid gland.

By eating the above healthy foods, setting time aside for regular exercise and ensuring agood night's sleep, you'll find your hair will be your crowning splendour - naturally.

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