How vitamins and diet could transform your hair health, according to experts

Maintaining healthy hair involves more than just shampoo and conditioner. According to Dr. Yelena Yutsmyuts, a dermatologist and trichologist at RZD-Medicine, diet and supplements play a key role in hair growth and prevention of hair loss. However, not all advice is backed by widely recognised health guidelines.

Dr. Yutsmyuts highlighted several dietary and supplement-based approaches to support hair health. Vegetable juices can stimulate growth by providing essential nutrients. Keeping the body's acid-alkaline balance in check also helps maintain strong, healthy hair.

Vitamins play a crucial part, but balance is important. Small amounts of vitamin A benefit hair, while too much can actually cause hair loss. Omega-3 supplements, often containing vitamin E and sometimes vitamin D, are known to improve hair condition.

For those concerned about grey hair, vitamin C combined with silicon may help. This combination boosts collagen production, which can slow down the greying process. However, any visible effects from vitamin supplementation usually take around three months to appear.

While Dr. Yutsmyuts' recommendations provide practical steps for hair care, no official health authority guidelines or dermatological literature from 2021 to 2026 reference her specific advice. Those considering changes to their diet or supplement routine should consult a healthcare professional before making adjustments.