. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:32 Load up on protein 0:58 Get the good fats 1:27 Massage the Scalp 1:46 Get Zinc 2:07 Oil Your Hair Regularly 2:32 Do not comb wet hair 2:46 Do not use hot water 3:01 Brush and Comb Regularly • Struggling with your hair of late? It’s an entirely natural problem that people may face at least once in their life. • Hair can get weaker and lose shape over time for all kinds of reasons. • Whether it’s genetics, pollution, or poor nutrition, your hair is a part of your body and will take time to acclimatize to changes. • If you’re worried about using hair products, here are 8 tips to keep them naturally healthy: Load Up on Protein • Hair is mostly made up of protein and you require a well-rounded diet to keep it healthy. • Make sure you take in around 45 grams of protein every single day. • Some food items rich in protein include lean meat, beans, grains, eggs, and fish. • Being low on protein can cause your hair to lose color, grow weaker, and even fall. Get the Good Fats • Scalp health is important for your hair as your follicles need to be healthy and receiving blood regularly for them to maintain your hair. • Omega-3 fatty acids stimulate the sebaceous glands and hair follicles, causing an overall improvement in your scalp health. • They will not make your hair grow back but can help strengthen your hair and fight hair thinning. • You can find omega-3 fatty acids in salmon, flax seeds, cottage cheese, and yogurt. Massage the Scalp • Hair thinning is usually due to decreased blood circulation to your scalp and the hair follicles. • One natural way to counter this is by stimulating blood flow to the scalp. • You just need to massage your scalp using your fingers regularly to get the blood going to your hair. Get Zinc • Zinc deficiency can be a probable cause of hair shedding. • The mineral is essential for keeping the hair healthy, making it important for you to get a healthy amount of zinc. • You can obtain zinc from leafy green vegetables, fruits, and nuts such as pecans, walnuts, cashews, and almonds. Oil Your Hair Regularly • Oil is your scalp’s natural conditioner. • Applying it regularly can give you healthier hair and also protects your scalp from dryness. • You can use almond oil, coconut oil, or olive oil to massage your hair with, washing it off after some time. • Do not oil your hair too much as you will have to use more shampoo, which can lead to breakage. Do Not Comb Wet Hair • Combing wet hair can cause breakage. • Hair is weaker while wet and you need to let it dry off before you comb them. • Try and let hair dry naturally instead of using a dryer. Do Not Use Hot Water • Washing your hair with hot water can result in breakage. • Try to use moderate water while washing your hair. • If you’re using a shampoo and a conditioner, wash off the former with warm water and the latter with cold water. Brush and Comb Regularly • Brushing your hair helps smoothen it out and is a natural way of spreading the oil on your scalp all around. • The oil replenishes the hair and makes it stronger and healthier. • Just do not brush or comb while your hair is wet.