People who dream of long hair expect their hair to grow at a faster rate
than normal. Different people have different hair growth rates but
human hair on an average grows only 6 inches in a year. Hair growth is
affected by factors such as health, heredity, and weather conditions.
Once
the hair comes from the scalp, it is considered dead and has no way to
renew itself. The hair is couple of years old by the time it is past the
shoulders. Hair growth is also affected by daily wear and tear like
brushing dying, bow drying, washing, etc. Split ends also slow down the
process of hair growth so trim your hair regularly.A healthy diet plays a major role in the condition and growth rate of hair. Hair may thin due to nutritional deficiencies. Any health related problem may also retard the growth of hair. Take high protein diet, since hair is made up of protein a low protein may retard the hair growth cycle. Do not take stress, because excessive stress will not only slow down the hair growth cycle, it may also result in hair loss. Regular sleep of seven to nine hours of boosts the hair growth cycle. Take a balanced diet, it helps maintain and improve good hair growth. Massage your scalp regularly to promote blood circulation because this boosts hair growth. Take choline and inositol supplements, they are helpful in slow hair growth. Tyrosine an amino acid is also helpful in boosting hair growth cycle. Vitamin A, B, C, E, and K are very important for good hair growth. Protein rich foods like fish, meat, egg, cheese, nuts, etc.
Avoid any contact with chlorinated or saltwater and overexposure to the scorching sun; it will retard your hair growth. Use a shampoo that contains SPF if your hair is overexposed to the sun.
