#HealthBytes: 5 simple hacks to improve your hair health
Want long, silky, beautiful-looking hair? Everyone does. However, the bad news is that it is not an easy job, and there's a long list of factors that goes into determining the health of your hair. One has to be wary of diet, hair products, and the effects of exposure to the environment. Here, we list five top hacks for better hair health.
A healthy diet will take care of your hair
A well-balanced diet, especially rich in silica, iron, and calcium goes a long way in maintaining good hair health and promoting hair growth. Since our hair is comprised mainly of protein, protein-rich food is also recommended. Additionally, you should also consider adding a good mix of leafy, green vegetables and fruits to your diet. Needless to say, stay away from junk food.
Bad sleeping habits could damage your hair
It's important to get good, sound sleep on a daily basis to promote healthy hair growth. Never keep bands, clips, and other hair accessories on while you sleep, and do comb your hair once before going to bed. Always use a good quality pillow while sleeping - bad quality pillows may be doing harm to your hair without you even noticing it.
Use natural, simple shampoos, and be careful with conditioners
It's recommended that you should only use simple, natural shampoos - the more complex the chemical formula of your shampoo, the more chances of it damaging your hair. Don't consider price to be a determinant of quality. Conditioners, on the other hand, should be used in a balanced way - excessive use or under-use of conditioners often prove detrimental to hair quality.
Check the ingredients of the hair products you're using
If you already have scalp issues like dermatitis, dandruff, etc., you should always take a good look at hair product labels to check whether they have potentially harmful ingredients. Another thing you can do is try out a sachet of a product before actually beginning to use it. This can help you gauge the effects, the product in question, has on your hair.
Do factor in effects of environment on your hair
Your environment is another important factor that determines your hair quality. Be sure to avoid unhealthy and polluted areas as much as possible. They can ruin your hair quality and lead to excessive hair fall. You could consider protecting your hair from over-exposure to the sun, chlorine, wind, and air pollution by wearing a hat or scarf.
