5 Natural Tips For Healthy Hair

     We all want to feel good and look good, I keep hearing "We are what we eat." I truly believe that. When you eat crappy, you feel crappy. I know when I eat good I feel good, the goal is to be happy and healthy. Hair is a protein filament that grows from the follicles. Typically, the average healthy hair is full, shinny, smooth, no flakes, frizz, or any other visible damage. We all can have beautiful healthy shinny hair.

 1. Eat well

A healthy diet is essential for your hair, fish oil, Protein, omega 3, iron, and vitamin B are really great for hair. Drink lots of water to make sure your well hydrated.  Eat vegetable, fruits, seeds, nuts, and good protein. A diet rich in fried fatty foods and little water can lead to dandruff.

2. Handle hair with care

Hair is more fragile than one would imagine, It can rip and break if your not careful. Imagine your hair is like your best blouse, you try to prevent it from ripping.  When you want to untangle your hair, use your fingers or a comb instead of a brush. Hair is easiest to damage when wet, so it's best to wait till your hair is dry before combing. Ponytails and braids can also lead to damage if hair is pulled too tightly. Get your hair trimmed about every 3 months, earlier if you see a lot of split ends. When split ends are not trimmed they will continue to split up the length of your hair, causing more damage.

3. Use heat styling devices, dyes, and other permanent treatments sparingly

Try avoiding using too much styling products, save it for special occasions. Applying heat to your hair can cause damage, instead let your hair air dry. When using a blow dryer make sure to use it on a cool setting. Before using a heat styling device, be sure to put  protective serum in your hair. Learn to love your natural hair color because hair dye damages your hair and it causes it to dry out.

4. Wash your hair 3-4 times a week

Don't wash your hair every day, it dries it out and washes away the natural oils that are produced from the scalp. When washing hair, wash with cold water. Hot water is harsh on your hair and can lead to frizz and split ends. When your done washing your hair carefully pat it dry with a towel, then let it finish air drying.

5. Use homemade hair remedies

Using homemade remedies can help bring moisture back in your hair. I have used mayonnaise in the past, my hair came out looking great. The smell is pretty yucky, I rarely eat mayonnaise anymore. Here are some better remedies,

• Egg yolks- rich in fats and proteins and great to use on dry hair.

• Egg whites- contains bacteria eating enzymes that removes unwanted oils, great for oily hair.

• Hair repair- smash avocado, mix in eggs and honey.