Best Foods for Hair Growth

Diet matters more for hair than most people realise — particularly iron, protein, and the anti-inflammatory food pattern.

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Foods that support hair growth include those rich in protein (eggs, fish, legumes), iron (leafy greens, red meat), zinc (pumpkin seeds, shellfish), and omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, walnuts). Anti-inflammatory foods such as berries, turmeric, and green vegetables may also support a healthier scalp environment.

The Foundation: Protein

Hair is made of keratin — a protein. Adequate dietary protein is foundational to hair health. Women eating very low calorie diets, crash dieting, or following highly restrictive eating patterns are at significant risk of diet-induced hair loss. Aim for 0.8–1.0g of protein per kg of body weight minimum.

Best protein sources for hair

Iron-Rich Foods

Low ferritin is the most common nutritional cause of hair loss in women. Red meat contains haem iron — the form most bioavailable to humans. For non-meat sources, pair with Vitamin C to enhance absorption.

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Anti-Inflammatory Foods

Since scalp inflammation is a primary driver of hair loss, an anti-inflammatory dietary pattern supports treatment from the inside. This isn't a strict protocol — it's a general orientation.

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Diet vs Supplementation

Food-based nutrition is always preferable to supplementation where possible — better absorbed, better tolerated, more complete micronutrient profile. Supplementation is for when dietary intake can't meet requirements (low iron in vegans, Vitamin D in northern latitudes, etc.).

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