So you have just seen your first grey hair and feeling petrified? Well, let me tell, you are not the only one to experience that nightmare. But yes, grey hair is definitely an alarming sign and you must take adequate steps to prevent it. It is possible to prevent premature graying. Start with eating habits. Go for dark green vegetables and pulses. They contain iron which is good for hair. If you are not sure about your iron intake you always have the choice of going for iron supplement. Try to use supplement moderately as too much of it can be bad for your health.
In order to allow your hair to remain strong and hassle-free, use foods rich in Vitamins B and C. vegetables, soymilk, whole grains and wheat germ etc are wonderful diets for your hair. They prevent premature graying. Citrus fruits are also essential as they help in absorption of iron. Like an apple, having a glass of orange juice on a daily basis will make your hair strong.
Adequate intake of water is very essential for your hair. To make your hair healthy and strong, drink enough water. Ideally, one should have eight to ten glasses a day. If you are worried about few strands of grey hair, apply rosemary oil which is believed to darken grey hair over a period of time. Soak basil leaves along with rosemary leaves in jojoba oil for four weeks and then massage your scalp with this oil. Leave the oil on head for forty-five minutes at least. You can also boil tealeaves in water and rinse your hair with this liquid.
Finally, if you can, join a reputed Yoga class. It will be of immense benefits for your health along with hair. Don’t wash your hair with very hot water. Be careful while excessively using hair-dryers.
