How to Stop White Hair From Coming Back

Posted: August 25, 2012 in Beauty

Aging brings on many concerns—one of these being white hair. As you age, melanin, which is responsible for your natural hair color, slows in production and causes your hair to grow lighter, eventually stripping all color from your tresses. With this color loss, your hair may become dry and brittle. Once you have undergone treatment and successfully restored your hair color, you may be worried that your white hair will come back. Preventing the return of white hair takes time and patience, along with a little hair care know-how.

Step 1

Eat plenty of seafood such as fish, crabs, shrimp and lobster, suggests WomenFitness.net. Your hair needs iodine, copper and iron to maintain melanin production and support natural hair color. These minerals are found in seafood. For people who suffer with seafood allergies, carrots and bananas also contain these trace minerals.

 

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Aging brings on many concerns—one of these being white hair. As you age, melanin, which is responsible for your natural hair color, slows in production and causes your hair to grow lighter, eventually stripping all color from your tresses. With this color loss, your hair may become dry and brittle. Once you have undergone treatment and successfully restored your hair color, you may be worried that your white hair will come back. Preventing the return of white hair takes time and patience, along with a little hair care know-how.

Step 1

Eat plenty of seafood such as fish, crabs, shrimp and lobster, suggests WomenFitness.net. Your hair needs iodine, copper and iron to maintain melanin production and support natural hair color. These minerals are found in seafood. For people who suffer with seafood allergies, carrots and bananas also contain these trace minerals.

Step 2

Reduce salt consumption in cooked dishes and while eating meals. According to HairGrowthCenters.com, salt decreases your blood’s ability to transport antioxidants responsible for staving off white hair by causing blood pressure to rise. Avoid foods that are processed and snack foods that are loaded with sodium.

Step 3

Spice up your food with curry. According to WorldOfHair.com, curry has been proven to boost melanin production, stopping white hair formation. Chewing curry leaves is also beneficial. However, the taste may be a little strong for some individuals.

Step 4

Consume foods high in antioxidants and minerals. Foods that contain iron, folic acid, and vitamins B12 and C are essential to keeping your hair from whitening by removing free radicals from your blood and supporting healthy liver function. Seaweed, nuts, seeds and green leafy vegetables are ideal foods to incorporate into your daily diet.

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