Top 6 Vitamins For Brides To Get Long And Black Hair Naturally

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Top 6 Vitamins For Brides To Get Long And Black Hair Naturally

Every bride dreams of flaunting long, black lustrous hair for the biggest day of her life, her wedding. From spending hours at salon to buying expensive hair care products, just to get those beautiful locks, a bride does it all. After all, the hair will be an integral part of the bridal look. But, only external care and treatments are not sufficient for healthy hair growth. To get healthy and long locks, one needs internal nourishment as well. 

Mainly, certain vitamins play a major role in promoting hair growth, and also to make your hair look healthier and shinier than before. If you are worried and wondering how to go about doing this, we made that easier for you.

Here are 6 most vital vitamins you will need for healthier, shinier and longer hair.  

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#1. Vitamin B7

Vitamin B7, also known as Biotin, is one of the most important vitamins for hair. It is popularly also called vitamin H. Biotin helps in the production of the fatty acid that is responsible for cell growth. It not only repairs brittle hair, but also improves the texture of your hair. Biotin deficiency can lead to a dry, flaky and itchy scalp.

What to eat?

Foods that are a great source of vitamin B7:

  • Cauliflower
  • Almonds
  • Walnut
  • Oatmeal
  • Bananas
  • Raspberries
  • Egg yolks
  • Liver
  • Meat
  • Dairy products

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Vitamin A

Vitamin A is another important vitamin that would help you to get long and shiny locks. It not only promotes hair growth, but also keeps your hair black. The antioxidants present in vitamin A keeps your scalp moisturised and prevents your hair from drying out. Vitamin A also helps in keeping your hair thick and strong.

What to Eat?

Foods that are a great source of vitamin A:

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  • Mangoes
  • Apricots
  • Peaches
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Spinach
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Red peppers
  • Paprika

Vitamin B3

Vitamin B3, or niacin, is helpful in making your hair thick. This water-soluble vitamin helps in nourishing the scalp and promoting hair growth. Deficiency of niacin can cause hair to become dull, brittle, and eventually lead to hair fall.

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What to eat?

Foods that are a great source of vitamin B3:

  • Carrots
  • Mushrooms
  • Celery
  • Kidney beans
  • Almonds
  • Peanuts
  • Avocado
  • Passion fruit
  • Rice (especially brown)
  • Shrimps
  • Lean red meat
  • Beef
  • Tuna
  • Salmon
  • Coffee

Vitamin C

Everyone is aware that vitamin C is vitally important for your immune system and is a great antioxidant. It helps in curing various hair problems like premature greying and dryness of scalp. A person deficient in vitamin C suffers from split ends, hair breakage and hair fall. So, to save yourself from all these problems, indulge in foods rich in vitamin C.

What to eat?

Foods that are a great source of vitamin C:

  • Guavas
  • Strawberries
  • Kiwi
  • Citrus Fruit (oranges, grapefruit, lemon, etc.)
  • Broccoli
  • Peas
  • Potatoes
  • Peppers (especially yellow bell peppers)
  • Thyme

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Vitamin E

One of the most overlooked vitamins of all; vitamin E has the ability to cure roughness and dryness of hair. It promotes a healthy scalp that is a prerequisite for long and healthy hair. It locks in moisture in hair strands, keeps them shiny and protects them from drying out. It improves the texture and quality of your hair strands and discourages hair fall.

What to Eat?

Foods that are a great source of vitamin E:

  • Cooked spinach
  • Peanuts            
  • Seeds (like Sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, etc.)
  • Dried herbs (basil, Oregano, etc.)
  • Tomatoes
  • Asparagus
  • Red bell pepper
  • Chilli powder
  • Hazelnut
  • Almonds
  • Olives

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is responsible for promoting healthy hair follicles. Lack of this vitamin can lead to hair fall problems. However, you do not require vitamin D in large quantities. Regular outings to soak in a little sunlight, are sufficient for the body to generate the required amount. 

What to Eat?

Though there is nothing better than letting the body generate vitamin D on its own by soaking in the sunlight. Here are some foods that are a great source of vitamin D:

  • Fatty fishes (tuna, salmon, mackerel)
  • Oysters
  • Dairy products
  • Soy milk
  • Cereals
  • Cheese
  • Egg yolks

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Vitamin B12

Cobalamin or vitamin B12, is a vitamin that plays a vital role in boosting metabolism. Vitamin B12 aids in production of red blood cells. At the base of hair follicles, there are numerous blood vessels, which are connected to the hair roots. The red blood cells carry oxygen to these blood vessels. Without adequate oxygen, hair cannot sustain healthy growth and will become dry and brittle. Vitamin B12 is also essential if you wish to keep problems like hair greying and falling at bay.

What to Eat?

Foods that are a great source of vitamin E:

  • Mackerel
  • Cheese (swizz, feta, mozzarella)
  • Oysters
  • Mussels
  • Whole-fat milk
  • Non-fat yogurt
  • Eggs
  • Meat
  • Shellfish

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To get long and healthy hair for your wedding, you need to care of your scalp both externally as well as internally. So, remember to add these vital vitamins in your daily diet, along with your external treatments to get those gorgeous locks.

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