Amino Acids & Hair Growth

Amino acids are essential acids that prevent a variety of functions in the body. The consumption of particular amino acids can prevent hair loss and encourage hair growth. These amino acids can be found in a variety of sources.

Function

Hair is primarily made of amino acids. It can become more thin when amino acids are scarce in a diet.

Sulfur

The amino acids methionine, cysteine and cystine contain sulfur, which prevents hair diseases.

Tyrosine

Tyrosine is the amino acid that helps the body maintain hair color. Ample amounts of tyrosine can fight gray hair.

Sources

Amino acids are found in all foods. Particular vegetables do not contain all of the amino acids like in meat products; therefore, vegetarians will have to consume a variety of fruits and vegetables in order to get all of the amino acids.

Other Benefits

Amino acids are used to create muscle fibers and also increase fat metabolism, leading to muscle gain and weight loss.

References

• Essential Amino Acids for Hair Growth
• Introduction to Amino Acid
• Amino Acids