They say, "What you eat is what you are". What you eat reflects what you are physically, emotionally, and mentally. Health is wealth as they say. However, do you have a healthy hair just like your healthy body? There are people who are healthy enough yet they have brittle and loss their hair at young age but there are also people who are not healthy yet their hair looks healthy. In what category do you belong? Would it be better if you have a healthy body and a healthy hair at the same time?Healthy hair is a good sign of good health. Give your hair the proper care it needs. It is your greatest asset. May it be straight, curly, or wavy; they have the ability to make someone turn their heads just to stare to your healthy and shiny hair.
Good diet is one of the secrets to a naturally beautiful hair. Fresh fruits and vegetables of course are the first on the lists of foods to maintain it healthy. Nuts which are high in selenium are needed to maintain a strong and flexible hair. However, nuts are high in calorie and you should remember to maintain a balance diet.
Keep your hair clean as possible. Do have a regular bath regimen. Do not use hair products with strong chemicals. Chemicals are most likely to cause split ends and hair breakage. When rinsing your hair after applying a shampoo, be sure to rinse it well. Shampoo residue left can cause damage. However, it is nice to apply a conditioner, just be sure to apply it on ends only.
Have a regular exercise and enough sleep. Taking a regular exercise allows blood circulation in the whole body because hair follicle gets nutrients in the blood. Exercise also relieves stress. Be sure to have enough sleep. Lack of sleep may lead to hair loss.
Protect your hair from the sun. Heat and UV rays from the sun can make it brittle and dull. Take precautions to protect your hair from the sun just like protecting your skin. Wear a hat if you seem to expose to an extreme sun rays. Remember not to apply oil into your hair if you have the plans to expose to direct sunlight. It would put your hair to a great risk of burning and damaging.