By Mehak Pal
Published Jul 07, 2023

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

Foods To Lower Premature Graying Of Hair

Premature graying of hair can be caused by genetics, stress, smoking, vitamin B12 deficiency and prolonged contact with UV rays

Here are some superfoods that can help reduce the premature graying of hair

 Green leafy vegetables

Green leafy vegetables like spinach, fenugreek leaves, mustard greens and methi leaves are high in folic acid which can help reduce the premature graying of hair

Vitamin B12-rich foods

Foods like egg yolk, dairy products and mushrooms are rich in vitamin B12 which can help improve hair health and prevent graying

 Zinc-rich foods

Seeds like pumpkin, sunflower, watermelon and black sesame seeds are all storehouses of zinc that can help prevent premature graying of hair

Copper-rich foods

Foods like shellfish, sesame seeds, cashews and almonds, whole wheat and grains are high in copper which can help maintain the structure of the hair shaft and prevent graying