A member asked:

Please share an interesting fact about improving hair health.

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Excessive brushing and teasing of the hair can cause it to become fragile.

Answered 12/1/2016

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Be consistent on using shampoo or conditioner to improve your hair health.

Answered 5/7/2014

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Ignore: Decreasing the amount of processed food in your diet will improve hair health.

Answered 5/26/2014

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You: "You are what you eat" applies to hair, too.

Answered 6/30/2016

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Ignore: Avoid chemicals or appliances Cover head when in Sun. Do not tie Ponytails too tightly.

Answered 8/3/2014

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Dr. Yolanda Wade answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Coconut, avocado, and olive oil are good hair fats.

Answered 8/18/2014

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Dr. Varun Verma answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Some providers recommend zinc gluconate or brewer's yeast. Of course no trials/FDA approval data.

Answered 9/23/2014

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Ignore: Scalp massage, non-oily conditioner, gentle brushing are all effecive. A daily mutivitamin is good.

Answered 3/25/2015

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Ignore: Eat balanced diet. Iron supplements might not help if there is no iron deficiency.

Answered 9/20/2017

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