Remedies and Tips To Cure Your Dry Scalp
A Nutritious Way to Dry Flaky Scalp Relief
The condition of our skin that leads to dry flaky scalp may indicate several issues need to be remedied.
The products we use for our hair and scalp, the office and home cooling or heating systems, weather, and even the hot showers we take contribute to the concern. The most popular treatments for dry flaky scalp are commonly through topical means: the use of mild and moisturizing shampoos, conditioners, nourishing oils and medicated creams are the usual treatments of choice. Another general technique is the manipulation of temperature; this includes the environment in the office or home, our exposure to the sun and the temperature of baths we take.
Topical and Temperature techniques used to alleviate dry flaky scalp are effective however another method that we can use hand in hand with these originates from a nutrition perspective. Eating foods that promote a healthy scalp can hasten healing and make the condition less of a threat in the future. The spokeswoman for the American Dietetic association in Los Angeles Andrea Giancoli confirms that essential omega-3 fatty acids help in nourishing the scalp. Studies show that lack of it can result in dryness that may result in flaking. A food rich in omega-3 fatty acids is salmon so incorporating this in your diet can boost scalp health considerably. If Salmon is not an option for you as it may not be available or if you are a vegetarian including ground flaxseed in your daily intake will provide a plant based omega-3 acid to your diet. Dark green vegetables are another food group that can assist in healing dry flaky scalp. These are a superb vitamin A source that is essential for the body to produce sebum the body’s natural hair and scalp conditioner. There are also different nuts that can further our cause of a healthier scalp like Brazil nuts which has selenium and Walnuts that contain alpha-linolenic acid a form of omega-3 acid. Incorporating them in main dishes or baked cookies or breads are ideas to ensure scalp health is maintained. Much to my surprise carrots are not only for good vision but can also help heal a dry flaky scalp because vitamin A which it is rich in also promotes a healthy scalp. Be sure to include carrots in your salads and stews.
Andrea Giancoli suggests an overall balanced diet supplemented with the mentioned foods will promote hair and scalp health. So the next time you develop dry flaky scalp try these foods for faster healing or better yet incorporate them in your diet now to better avoid the condition.