Hair Loss - Diet and Nutrition (Part III)

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If you cannot eat a balanced diet due to time pressures or problems with taste, you can use supplements to keep yourself from losing hair. You may take nutritional supplements that include these types of vitamins and minerals. Naturally chelated supplements are easier for the body to assimilate, so you should be certain to always use this form. There are a few precautions that must be kept in mind while ingesting certain supplements of vitamins and minerals, especially those that are fat-soluble, since the body stores them instead of burning them.

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Avoid vitamin A supplements unless your doctor prescribes them, since vitamin A can be toxic in high doses. You should maintain the amount of vitamin A in which you intake through natural foods or through the naturally chelated multivitamin. Also keep in mind that smoking and second hand exposure to tobacco smoke can prevent vitamin A from being absorbed by the body; avoid tobacco products and smoke whenever you can.

Vitamin E should always be taken in its natural form. When found in its natural form, vitamin E has been designated d-, short for d-alpha-tocopherol; its synthetic forms, on the other hand, are all called dl-, as in dl-alpha-tocopherol. The synthetic forms of vitamin E have been derived from petroleum products, and as a result are less compatible with assimilation into the body. Before taking vitamin E supplements, consult a physician if you have high blood pressure or any other serious illnesses.

An overdose of the fat-soluble mineral zinc can damage your body. Zinc disrupts the body's use of copper, a mineral that is crucial in maintaining the health of the hair. A low dose of zinc is recommended. If you are ingesting too much zinc, a metallic taste begins to form in the mouth. This occurs when the zinc level surpasses the level that can be used in the body, thus by noticing the metallic taste this will alert you that you have consumed enough zinc and should stop taking it immediately.

Only take iron supplements if your doctor recommends it. If you decide to take an iron supplement, avoid ferrous sulfate, which you will find as the most common over-the-counter iron supplement in stores. Iron is not water-soluble, so ferrous sulfate is difficult for the body to process: it stays in the body and can eventually cause severe liver problems. Additionally, ferrous sulfate is a prime cause of constipation, which can, furthermore, create additional health risks beyond the obvious discomfort.

Although only a small number of foods grow in North America that contain appreciable amounts of silica, supplements can still be purchased, and are necessary, for most Americans. An excellent source of silica is the herb, horsetail. It should be noted, however, that horsetail is a substance that should never be taken directly, given the herb's innate toxicity. Aqueous extract of horsetail is the only way to take this herb. You can find an excellent source of silica in nettle root, which is available over the counter at any good health food store.

You can find Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) supplements in virtually any health food store, and nowadays even in some supermarkets. Examples of these include evening primrose, wheat germ, flaxseed, and cod liver oils as well as other oils from deep-sea fish. The proper amount of EFAs in cod liver oil may contain too much of Vitamins A and D, so do not rely on it as a source of EFAs. The supplements recommended are flaxseed oil and evening primrose oil. Made available for you to consume, these oils come in the oil form or in capsule form. Be mindful of the fact that excessive intake of saturated fats will block the effectiveness of EFAs, substantially counteracting their effectiveness. If your diet contains a large amount of saturated fat then you need to change your lifestyle.

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