Do you wish your hair was thicker, longer and healthier looking? What about your nails? Do you want them to be stronger and healthier looking?
It’s not just genetics that can affect how your hair and nails look; your diet can also play a big part.
The hair follicles and nail cuticles soak up nutrients.
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So if you’re eating and drinking the right things, it’s even more likely to grow your hair and nails longer, stronger and healthier in general.
Smoothies can promote hair growth and slow the natural process of hair loss. That is, of course, if the smoothie you make includes certain ingredients.
The advantage of smoothies is that you can easily blend a ton of ingredients that provide the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients needed for healthy hair growth.
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As a byproduct, you'll also get plenty of goodies for your skin, as both use a lot of common nutrients for correct functioning.
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Healthy Hair Smoothie Mix
1 teaspoon acai berry
1 tablespoon almond butter
½ cup of frozen blueberries
1 cup plant-based milk
1 teaspoon chia seeds
Why is this mix works:
Acai berry is a great source of vitamin E. Plus, the unique combination of super-berries, such as blueberries, stimulates collagen production and benefits hair elasticity.
This blend is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids from ingredients like organic acai and chia seeds, which promote healthy scalp and hair growth.
Chia seeds are essential for healthy hair because they deliver omega-3 fatty acids and promote circulation to the hair follicle.
Strong Nails Smoothie Mix
1 teaspoon acai berry
1/2 cucumber
1 banana
¼ cup strawberries
1 tablespoon coconut water
1 cup pineapple juice
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Why is this mix works great:
This blend is packed with vitamin C and offers a combination of phytonutrients that lowers inflammation in the body, providing the perfect environment for nail growth.
Zinc is a vital mineral for wound healing, immunity, and nail growth, and this smoothie mix comes loaded with it. It’s also rich in essential minerals like calcium to prevent dry and brittle nails.
