Summer special tips for strong and luscious hair

Suggested by Nutritionist!

The sun, the waves, and the warm weather make the summer months a happy time. Many of us will find that we have more hair fall than usual in summers. Seasonal hair loss is more common than you think and it is mostly temporary. But for a while or not, hair loss can be frustrating. 

Summer causes hair loss due to damage caused by heat, chlorine salt water, and sun exposure; hair can be brittle, dry and prone to damage after summer. However, there are natural remedies to get the shine and growth back for the hair. Nutritionist Anjali Mukherjee, who keeps sharing helpful tips related to health on her Instagram profile on a daily basis, shared an important insight on how to increase hair growth and strength with two food items. 

She wrote, "Who doesn't like long, strong, luscious and shiny hair? Here are some natural ingredients that are easy to find in any kitchen, and can help to improve hair growth and strengthen hair." Anjali suggested that Fenugreek seeds and Amla can be included in the haircare routine in order to improve the growth and the strength of the hair. 

The spices in your cabinet are more than just flavouring agents, for instance Fenugreek seed is a common spice used extensively in Indian households. But it is not just restricted to cooking regional delicacies, you can extract its numerous benefits by using it in home remedies from aiding digestion to reducing hair fall. 

Here are the recipes and its benefits suggested by Nutritionist Anjali Mukherjee: 

(Fenugreek Seed Paste) 

* Soak 2 tablespoons of Fenugreek seeds in water and leave it overnight in a cool place. 

* Grind the seeds into a paste using the same water, which will turn out to be sticky and slimy (this slippery substance is known to impart shine to your hair). 

* Apply it on the roots of your hair and leave it for 20-30 minutes. Massage a little on the scalp before rinsing your hair with a mild shampoo. 

Benefits: 

Fenugreek seeds also have high protein and nicotinic acid content, which are known to be beneficial against hair fall and dandruff, and in treating a variety of scalp issues like dryness of hair, baldness and hair thinning. It contains large amount of lecithin, which hydrates the hair and strengthens the roots of hair follicles. 

(Amla and Lime Juice)

* Mix 1 table spoon of Amla and Lemon juice in a bowl. 

* Mix well and massage this solution for about 5 minutes. 

* Leave it for 10 minutes and after that wash your hair with a mild shampoo. You can repeat this process twice a week. 

 (Benefits)

Amla or the Indian grossberry can treat hair loss effectively. This edible fruit is considered as a miracle cure for hair care. It stimulates hair growth and improves the quality of hair. It contains calcium, which promotes healthier hair. It helps strengthen hair follicles and reduce hair thinning.