If you're older than fifteen, the era of your thickest hair has come and gone. From now on, the name of the game is to keep as much of that stuff on your head. (And to maintain its luster, strength, and shine.)

1. 17 Best Foods To Stop Hair Loss
These foods will help keep hair healthy and full.
If you're older than fifteen, the era of your thickest hair has come and gone.
From now on, the name of the game is to keep as much of that stuff on your
head. (And to maintain its luster, strength, and shine.)
Although the causes of hair loss are many — including genetics, age,
hormones, nutrient deficiencies, toxicity, medications, and autoimmunity —
changing your diet can, in many cases, be helpful. "Proper diet and
supplements can slow or reverse hair loss, and make the hair thicker and
healthier," says nutritionist Joseph Debé, DC, CDN, CCSP.
Below are 17 nutrient-rich foods that have been shown to keep hair healthy
and full. And while we're on the subject of aging, you won't want to miss our
exclusive report: 30 Foods You Should Never Eat After Age 30.
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2. 1 Spinach
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In some cases (particularly in women), a mineral deficiency is the cause of
hair loss. "It's important to make sure you don't have a lack of something in
your diet that could be leading to hair loss," says dermatologist Carolyn Jacob,
MD, FAAD. "We check protein levels, iron, iron storage, vitamin D, and many
other labs to make sure you don't have deficiencies."
Spinach is iron-rich and contains sebum, which acts as a natural conditioner
for hair. The leafy green also provides omega-3 acids, magnesium, potassium,
calcium, and iron. All help keep hair lustrous, shiny, and, most importantly, out
of the drain.
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3. 2 Sunflower Seeds
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Sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin B5 (known as pantothenic acid), which
helps with blood flow to your scalp and hair growth. According to a Clinical
and Experimental Dermatology report, pantothenic acid deficiencies have
been identified as a nutrient connected to hair loss. Just one ounce of the
seeds serves up a solid 20 percent of your DV of the vitamin.
3 Salmon
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4. The human body can do a lot of crazy stuff, like turning sunlight into
bone-strengthening vitamin D. Something it can't do, however, is make
omega-3 fatty acids. In addition to helping you stay fit and disease-free,
omega-3's enable you to grow hair and keep it shiny and full.
"Omega-3's are anti-inflammatory. They can help if you have inflammation
that's causing hair shedding," says Dr. Jacob. It's best to get omega-3s from
natural sources, such as salmon and cold-water fish like sardines and
mackerel.
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4 Beets
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This ruby red root is rich in natural chemicals known as nitrates. After being
broken down in your body, these chemicals may contribute to improved
circulation, according to a British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology study,
which may bring oxygen and nutrients to your hair follicles.

5. 5 Oatmeal
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Oats are rich in beta-glucans, a type of soluble fiber. According to Dr. Debé,
both male-pattern balding and female hair loss is often associated with insulin
resistance. Due to its high concentration of fiber, oatmeal is one food that
helps improve the body's insulin sensitivity.
6 Chicken
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6. An Annals of Dermatology study discovered that one type of polyunsaturated
fatty acid—an omega-6 fatty acid known as arachidonic acid (AA)—can
stimulate hair growth, making it thick and healthy. According to the 2005-2006
National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), chicken is the
top source of AA intake in America. A 1-cup serving of roasted chicken
contains 154 milligrams of arachidonic acid.
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7 Red Bell Pepper
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Vitamin C prevents hair from becoming brittle and breaking. In a double-blind,
placebo-controlled 2012 study published in the Journal of Clinical and
Aesthetic Dermatology, researchers tested an oral supplement containing
vitamin C in women with thinning hair. They found the supplement promoted
"significant hair growth in women with temporary hair thinning." Although we
often think of oranges as the best source of vitamin C, just a half of a medium

7. red bell pepper packs 158 percent of your DV of the nutrient. We've rounded
up 6 more foods that are the best sources of vitamin c.
8 Eggs
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Eggs are packed with a B vitamin called biotin, which helps hair grow and
strengthens brittle fingernails. Out of a group of women with hair loss, 36
percent of them were identified to have a biotin deficiency in an International
Journal of Trichology study. Not having enough of this vitamin can lead to hair
loss. Other good sources of biotin: almonds, avocados, and salmon.
9 Lentils
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Full of protein, iron, zinc, and
biotin, lentils also have plenty of
folic acids. The body needs folic
acid to restore the health of red
blood cells that supply skin and

8. scalp with hair-healthy oxygen, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine.
10 Oysters
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Zinc is an important mineral for overall health. When you don't have enough,
you can experience hair loss — even in your eyelashes! Dr. Debé notes that
zinc supplementation has been shown to improve hair loss in women with
polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), according to a Biological Trace Element
Research study. How? Zinc helps the cells responsible for building hair do
their thing. You can also find rich stores of zinc in beef, crab, and lobster.
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9. 11 Lean Ground Beef
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As mentioned, iron deficiency can lead to hair loss, most notably in women.
Iron is plentiful in plant-based sources such as our ol' friend spinach (and
other dark leafy greens), soybeans, lentils, fortified grains, and pasta.
However, the body absorbs up to three times more iron from animal sources,
so your best bet might be opting for lean, ground beef a couple of times a
week. A 4-ounce serving of cooked, 93 percent-lean beef crumbles serves
upwards of 20 percent of your daily value of iron, according to the USDA
National Nutrient Database.
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10. 12 Lean Poultry
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Notice how your muscles don't grow (and even shrink) when you're not getting
enough protein? The same thing might happen to your hair. Without sufficient
dietary protein, hair essentially goes on strike. Less new hair will replace
what's falling out (about 50-100 hairs a day), and you'll experience a net hair
loss. To get protein from meat, pick lean options like chicken, fish, or lean pork
loin. They have less saturated fat than the stuff you'll find sealed in styrofoam
dishes at the supermarket.
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11. 13 Barley
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Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that can absorb damaging UV light and
protect skin cells. It also repairs sun damage on the scalp, which can cause
hair to thin. In one study, "Tocotrienols, or different types of vitamin E
supplements, were studied for eight months in patients with hair loss," says
Dr. Debé. Thirty-eight people received the supplement, and some received a
placebo. The supplemented group had a 34 percent improvement in hair
growth." Dr. Debé notes that although the amount of tocotrienols used in this
study is difficult to get from diet alone, barley is a very good source.
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12. 14 Nuts and Seeds
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"There are a few research-proven options to consider for male pattern
baldness," says Dr. Debé. "These include tocotrienols, saw palmetto and
beta-sitosterol. A good food source for beta-sitosterol is pistachios." Walnuts
and other nuts contain oils that add to the amount of elastin in your hair.
Elastin keeps hair supple and stops it from breaking.
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13. 15 Bok Choy
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Dermatologists treating hair loss look at the level of ferritin in your blood,
because they can deduce what your body is doing with all the iron they told
you to add to your diet during your initial consultation. If you'd been eating
plenty of bok choy—which is a super iron-rich food—they would likely see a
spike in your ferritin levels.
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14. 16 Greek Yogurt
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Two trace minerals are also connected to hair growth: selenium and iodine.
Both minerals are necessary for the thyroid gland’s proper functioning, and
deficiencies in each can lead to hair loss. To keep a steady dietary source of
both minerals, consider having yogurt for breakfast or as a post-workout
snack. The dairy product is teeming with minerals. One cup of plain low-fat
Greek yogurt contains half your daily iodine and 34 percent of your DV
selenium. For luscious locks, don't miss our picks for the best yogurts for
Weight Loss.
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15. 17 Halibut
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Besides iron, another important mineral for keeping the shine off your dome is
magnesium. When your body has a magnesium deficiency, it can lead to a
higher concentration of calcium, which may lead to higher insulin levels.
Higher insulin levels may cause hair loss, according to the Indian Dermatology
Online Journal. Halibut has plenty of magnesium, as do several other types of
fish.
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