HGKWW ::: inside out!!! [Part II]

Ready for the rest of the good-for-your-hair food list?

When we last talked (don't you feel like we have actual conversations? no? okay.), the last item I mentioned was eggs and how they are an excellent source of protein. Well, eggs aren't the only way to get your daily dose of protein...

#8

To prevent developing brittle and dull-colored hair, grab a piece of CHICKEN! Turkey is another bird that has plenty of protein that will keep your hair growing nice and strong. Don't get TOO excited yet...I recommend baking or grilling chicken instead of frying it to keep it on the healthy side. You'll reap the rewards of the birds much better that way and get more nutrients in exchange for all of that grease!

#9

To keep your hair color looking healthy, have good blood flow through your scalp and even fight dandruff, have a good helping of some WHOLE GRAINS. You may not be a raisin bran fanatic like me, but maybe sprinkling some grains in your yogurt (low-fat dairy is another plus for healthy hair) works for you. I sacrificed white bread for whole grain bread in my diet because it is a healthier and more beneficial option. There are plenty of whole grain bars choices out there that you could grab just for a snack. Even consider trying a breakfast cereal that includes whole grains.


Ok...one more? Let's end this with something a little more tasty...

#10

Vitamin C is great for your hair--it stimulates hair growth and helps your body absorb other goodies like amino acids and Vitamin B.  And one of the tastiest ways to get your fill (unless you really enjoy those pasty orange-flavored vitamins) is by eating fresh FRUIT. So feel free to indulge in plenty of oranges, melons, all kinds of berries, lemons and limes!
Now here's the FUN part!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

.......foods to avoid.

I know totally eliminating the fun foods can be difficult...I suggest starting by cutting back...

I'll keep this painful list short and simple.

1. Caffeine (coffee, tea, soda...)
2. Sugar (not my candy!)
3. Starches (Lord knows how I love potatoes in every form)
4. Alcohol (not my margaritas!!!!!!!!)

These are the heavy hitters. And if you engage in any drug-taking or smoking? You need to nix that as well.

Summary of the goodies?

1. Water
2. Dark Green Vegetables
3. Carrots
4. Nuts
5. Salmon
6. Beans
7. Eggs
8. Chicken/Turkey
9. Whole Grains
10. Fruit

Pretty much just sounds like a bunch of things that you've always been told are good for you, huh...

Good luck on your journey to healthier hair...maybe luscious locks are the motivation you needed to get to a healthier you! Just remember...you can use the best hair products on this planet, but if you aren't taking care of yourself your hair will still suffer. Great hair care starts from the inside out =)