Lather, rinse, repeat" may be the standard advice, but shampoo and conditioner alone won't give you the healthy hair you crave. For the most luxurious and healthy hair possible, you'll need to step out of the shower, and into the kitchen.
Healthy hair= A balanced diet
You maybe wondering what food you need to eat and why.
Salmon
Omega 3 fatty acids, high source of protein (vitamin b-12 and iron)
Benefit to hairHealthy scalp, silky shiny hair and stronger hair
NB: For vegetarians; include 1 to 2 tablespoons of flax-seed for some plant-based omega-3 fats
Dark green Vegetables
Spinach, broccoli and Swiss chard (iron, calcium, vitamin A and C)
Benefit to hairHelp our body produce sebum. The oily substance, secreted by our hair follicles and is the body's natural hair conditioner.
Beans
Legumes, kidney beans and lentils (rich in protein, iron, zinc and biotin).
Benefit to hairHair growth and reduce the brittleness of your hair
Nuts
Do you go nuts for thick, shiny hair?
Brazilian nuts (selenium), walnut (alpha-linolenic acid and omega -3 fatty acid), cashew, pecans and almonds (are all rich sources of zinc)
Benefit to hairHair conditioner, zinc helps prevent hair shedding, so make sure nuts are a regular on your healthy hair menu.
Poultry
Chicken and turkey (high in protein, iron). Our body easily reap the benefits from poultry.
Benefit to hairStrong radiant hair
Eggs
Biotin and vitamin B-12
Benefit to hair Whether scrambled, fried or just crack and apply straight to the hair eggs are one of the best protein source you can find for hair.
Whole Grains
Whole-wheat bread and fortified whole-grain breakfast cereals. Zinc, iron and B vitamins.
NB: A whole grain snack can pump up your energy when you feel drained especially during the time between lunch and dinner.
Oysters
An aphrodisiac for your hair. Why? The key to their hair-boosting abilities are zinc and powerful antioxidant.
NB: If you don't like oysters, don't despair. You can get zinc from whole grains and nuts as well as beef and lamb.
Low-fat Dairy Products
Skim milk, yogurt (calcium, whey and casein(high quality protein sources)
Benefit to hairHair growth, strong hair.
Carrots
Vitamin A
Benefit to hairhealthy scalp which leads to shiny, well-conditioned hair.
NB. You can incorporate carrot very easily into your diet as a snack or as a topping for you salad. It provides you great vision.
My daily meal plans (Vary somewhat everyday)
Breakfast
Bran cereal (with skim milk or soy milk) or oatmeal or granola with yogurt, fruits, tea and water. If I have the time, I'll have fresh squeezed orange or grapefruit juice.
Lunch
Tuna sandwich on whole wheat bread with dark green lettuce, tomatoes and cucumbers. I sometimes make a toss salad with tomatoes, green and/or red peppers, mixed beans, cucumber, dark green lettuce and soy milk and a fruit.
SnackUnsalted almonds, carrots, cucumber sticks. This was hard because I like sweets but once I decide to do it it was possible.
Dinner
Steamed salmon or stew fish/chicken or tofu, mashed (sweet) potatoes (no butter), veggies (broccoli, mushrooms, cabbage, carrots, pak choi and zucchini), yogurt with whole grain usually granola.
Thank you for reading.
Syn
Instead of french fries and ketchup, I ate cucumber sticks and carrots drizzled with deep roasted sesame seed dressing. 
For my appetizer I had some fresh and dried fruits. You may substitute the fruits for yogurt or even a piece of cake. You don't need to eat healthy 100% of the time. Once you do so at least 90% of the time you should be fine. Another thing is that it depends on how often and in what portion you eat food that's high fat content.
Bon appetit. What did you have for lunch? Or What will you have for lunch today? Is this something that you would eat for lunch? What would you add or subtract from this meal?
