Hair and Skin Nutrition
Role of Nutrients for Healthy Skin and Hair The old adage, ‘you are what you eat’ has never been more true when we talk about glowing skin and lustrous hair. Coping to balance between demands of home and work or studies along with social pressure to look a certain way—can take a toll on any woman and disrupt her eating choices and habits. We all understand that our diet has a direct impact on our overall health. But how many of us have ever wondered about the effect of our diet on our skin and hair. Beautiful, healthy skin and hair provides an insight into your internal health which requires a steady supply of key nutrients. Protein – the building blocks Skin and hair are made up of proteins called – keratin, collagen and elastin which ward off wrinkles and provide strength and elasticity to the skin and promotes hair growth. Incorporate milk & milk products, egg, fish, chicken, pulses & legumes, dry fruits, soya products to add proteins to diet. Consult with a diet...