Best Minerals for Healthy Hair

After I've wrote the article about the Top 9 Vitamins for Healthy Hair , I think it is time to take a look at the Best Minerals for Healthy Hair. So this is the list of the most important minerals that may prevent hair loss and guarantee overall hair health.

Chromium - Helps prevent hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, both of which can cause hair loss. Foods that contain this mineral: Brewer's yeast, liver, beef and whole wheat bread. Recommended daily dose: Up to 120 mg. WARNING: People who are allergic to yeast should not take chromium supplements.

Iodine - Helps regulate thyroid hormones and prevents dry hair and hair loss. Foods that contain this mineral: Fish, seaweed, kelp, iodized salt, garlic. Recommended daily dose: 150 mcg.

Copper - Helps prevent hair loss as well as defects in hair color and structure. Foods that contain this mineral: Shellfish, liver, green vegetables, whole grains, eggs, chicken and beans. Recommended daily dose: Up to 3 mg. WARNING: High levels can lead to dry hair, hair loss and sever health problems.

Calcium - Essential for healthy hair growth. Foods that contain this mineral: Dairy, tofu, fish, nuts, brewer's yeast, beans, lentils and sesame seeds. Recommended daily dose: Up to 1,500 mg. WARNING: Too much calcium can inhibit the absorption of zinc and iron; An acid found in chocolate can inhibit calcium absorption.

Magnesium - Works with calcium to promote healthy hair growth. Foods that contain this mineral: Green vegetables, wheat germ, whole grains, nuts, soy beans, chickpeas and fish. Recommended daily dose: 280 mg.

Iron - Prevents anemia and hair loss. Foods that contain this mineral: Liver, eggs, fish, chicken, whole grains, green vegetables and dried fruits. Recommended daily dose: 15 mg. WARNING: Too much can lead to malfunctions of the liver and spleen.

Potassium - Regulates circulation and promotes healthy hair growth. Foods that contain this mineral: Avocados, bananas, lima beans, brown rice, dates, figs, dried fruit, garlic, nuts, potatoes, raisins, yams and yogurt. Recommended daily dose: 3,500 mg.

Selenium - Keeps skin and scalp supple and elastic. Food souces: Brewer's yeast, meat, fish, grains, tuna and broccoli. Recommended daily dose: 55 mcg. WARNING: An excess of Selenium can be toxic, leading to the loss of hair, nails and teeth.

Manganese - Prevents slow hair growth. Foods that contain this mineral: Whole grain cereals, eggs, avocados, nuts, seeds, beans, peas, fish, meat and chicken. Recommended daily dose: 3-9 mg.

Silica - Strengthens hair and prevents hair loss. Foods that contain this mineral: Seafood, rice, soybeans, green vegetables. Recommended daily dose: 55 mcg. WARNING: An excess of Selenium can be toxic, leading to the loss of hair, nails and teeth.

Zinc - Zinc and Vitamin A work together; a deficiency in either can lead to dry hair and oily skin. Foods that contain this mineral: Spinach, sunflower seeds, mushrooms, whole grains, red meat and brewer's yeast. Recommended daily dose: 12 mg. WARNING: Too much can interfere with iron absorption.

Sulfur (methyl-sulfonyl-methane or MSM) - Sulfur is a main component to hair's structure. Foods that contain this mineral: Onions, garlic, eggs, asparagus, meat, fish and dairy products. Recommended daily dose: 1-3 g.