Vitamins & Minerals Your Hair Needs Daily

In Ayurveda, hair health is never seen as a surface-level issue. It reflects the body’s internal nourishment, digestion, and balance. When nutrition is consistent and digestion is strong, hair grows naturally thick, strong, and healthy.

Hair is connected to Asthi Dhatu, the tissue responsible for bones and structural strength. If the body lacks nutrients or digestion is weak, hair becomes dry, thin, and prone to falling. This is why daily intake of essential vitamins and minerals is crucial for long-term hair health.

Why Nutrition Comes Before Hair Products

Ayurveda places Ahara (diet) before external care. Even the best oils or treatments cannot correct hair problems caused by nutritional deficiencies.

Stress, irregular meals, processed foods, and poor digestion reduce the body’s ability to absorb nutrients. When this happens, hair follicles don’t receive enough nourishment, leading to slow growth and increased hair fall.

Strong hair always starts from within.

Essential Vitamins Your Hair Needs Daily

Biotin (Vitamin B7)
Biotin supports keratin production and strengthens hair strands. Low levels can cause brittle hair and increased shedding.
Food sources: soaked almonds, peanuts, sunflower seeds, whole grains.

Vitamin A
Vitamin A keeps the scalp healthy by supporting natural oil production. Too little causes dryness, while excess can worsen hair fall.
Food sources: carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, leafy greens.

Vitamin C
Vitamin C helps produce collagen and improves iron absorption, both essential for hair strength.
Food sources: amla, guava, citrus fruits, bell peppers.

Vitamin D
Vitamin D helps activate hair follicles and supports new hair growth.
Sources: early morning sunlight, mushrooms, fortified foods.

Vitamin E
Vitamin E improves blood circulation to the scalp and protects hair follicles from damage.
Food sources: almonds, sunflower seeds, spinach, avocado.

Key Minerals for Strong and Healthy Hair

Iron
Iron carries oxygen to hair follicles. Deficiency is one of the most common causes of hair fall, especially in women.
Food sources: dates, raisins, spinach, beetroot, lentils.

Zinc
Zinc supports tissue repair and keeps scalp oil glands functioning properly.
Food sources: pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, chickpeas.

Selenium
Selenium helps maintain scalp health and protects hair follicles from oxidative stress.
Food sources: whole grains, nuts, sunflower seeds.

Magnesium
Magnesium helps reduce stress-related hair fall and supports protein synthesis.
Food sources: leafy greens, bananas, nuts, seeds.

Why Daily Intake Matters for Hair Growth

Hair grows in cycles. Irregular eating habits, crash diets, or nutrient gaps push more hair into the shedding phase.

Consistent daily nourishment helps:

• Strengthen hair roots
  
• Reduce excessive hair fall
  
• Improve thickness and shine
  
• Support long-term hair density
  

Ayurveda emphasizes consistency over quick fixes.

Supporting Hair Externally 

While nutrition builds hair strength from within, external care protects and nourishes the scalp.

Dr. Megha’s Hair Oil is designed to:

• Nourish the scalp deeply
  
• Strengthen hair roots
  
• Reduce dryness and breakage
  
• Support healthier, thicker-looking hair
  

Used regularly along with a balanced diet, Dr. Megha’s Hair Oil complements internal nourishment and supports overall hair health.

Final Thoughts

Healthy hair is built slowly, through daily nourishment and mindful habits. Vitamins and minerals work best when digestion is strong and care is consistent.

By feeding your body the right nutrients and supporting your scalp naturally, you can reduce hair fall and improve hair quality over time.

Ayurveda teaches us that hair health is a reflection of how well we nourish ourselves every day.

FAQs

Which vitamin deficiency causes hair fall the most?
Biotin, iron, and vitamin D deficiencies are most commonly linked to hair fall.

Can food alone improve hair health?
Food is essential, but external care supports scalp nourishment and protection.

How long does it take to see improvement in hair?
Visible results usually appear within 8–12 weeks of consistent nutrition and care.

Is oiling necessary if my diet is good?
Yes. Oiling improves scalp circulation and strengthens roots alongside nutrition.