After ending a relationship with my ex in December, I decited to go on a diet to lose some baby weight. So I put myself on a strict diet eating mostly veggies and no more than a certain amount on my plate for every meal. I started to keep busy around the house to keep up some kind of exercise because I stay home with my baby. Anyway, I noticed my weight was coming off really fast…like 3 pouds in a week or so. I ended up lossing 15 pounds in Janurary alone. Yeah I was happy to feel a little better about my weight loss but I noticed my hair was falling out more and more every day. So I told a close friend of mine who was a nurse, and she said that my body was lacking protien from eating mostly veggies. Now I eat skinless chicken with my salad and soy nuts for a snack. But I just wanted to know… Is there a good protien supplement I could also use in the mean time to help speed up my protien intake???? Thank’s for taking the time to view. I know it was quite an explanation….. :O)

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8 Responses to “I Have A Question About My Diet And Hair Loss… Plz Read! :o)?”
  1. ~*common sense*~ says:

    your friend (the nurse is correct)
    and if you have had lots of stress as well you can loose hair because of that……or hormones, thyroid, and other things as well
    anyways-here are some really good foods to add protien to your diet …and will not cause you gain
    FOOD AMOUNT PROTEIN(gm) PROTEIN(gm/100 cal)
    Tempeh 1 cup 41 9.3
    Seitan 3 ounces 31 22.1
    Soybeans, cooked 1 cup 29 9.6
    Lentils, cooked 1 cup 18 7.8
    Black beans, cooked 1 cup 15 6.7
    Kidney beans, cooked 1 cup 13 6.4
    Veggie burger 1 patty 13 13.0
    Chickpeas, cooked 1 cup 12 4.2
    Veggie baked beans 1 cup 12 5.0
    Pinto beans, cooked 1 cup 12 5.7
    Black-eyed peas, cooked 1 cup 11 6.2
    Tofu, firm 4 ounces 11 11.7
    Lima beans, cooked 1 cup 10 5.7
    Quinoa, cooked 1 cup 9 3.5
    Tofu, regular 4 ounces 9 10.6
    Bagel 1 med.
    (3 oz) 9 3.9
    Peas, cooked 1 cup 9 6.4
    Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP), cooked 1/2 cup 8 8.4
    Peanut butter 8 4.3
    Veggie dog 1 link 8 13.3
    Spaghetti, cooked 1 cup 8 3.7
    Almonds 1/4 cup 8 3.7
    Soy milk, commercial, plain 1 cup 7 7.0
    Soy yogurt, plain 6 ounces 6 4.0
    Bulgur, cooked 1 cup 6 3.7
    Sunflower seeds 1/4 cup 6 3.3
    Whole wheat bread 2 slices 5 3.9
    Cashews 1/4 cup 5 2.7
    Almond butter 2 Tbsp 5 2.4
    Brown rice, cooked 1 cup 5 2.1
    Spinach, cooked 1 cup 5 13.0
    Broccoli, cooked 1 cup 4 6.8
    Potato

  2. Brandi says:

    I just wanted to comment that if you have just had your baby, you can expect quite a bit of hair loss due to normal hormone fluxuations. Also, lots of women end up with thyroid problems after childbirth, which cause hair loss. I’d rule out the thyroid too, just to be safe.
    As for protein supplements, they make protein shakes and bars, so you could eat that. Also, fish is high in protein, and a lean meal choice.
    Good luck!

  3. *angel* says:

    it could also be stress from the breakup that is causing hair loss. and sometimes (i dont know how old your baby is) but when the baby is around 6-8 months some women lose hair from hormone changes. soy is a good protein, grilled chicken, cheese, milk, cottage cheese all have lots of protein and are good in a diet. good luck!

  4. srthomps says:

    Yes, health food stores have them. but eat the fish and chicken they are better for you.
    And certain types of pork are not bad.( I’m not talking bacon). tenderloin and other cuts are available in 97% fat free.

  5. Anonymous says:

    Ensure shakes are a great sorce of protein and everything else. And the taste good too. You can find them almost everywhere. Your friend was right, hair is made out of protein just like your nails, so if you’re not taking it in then your hair and nails can’t grow and will weaken. It is a reversable problem however, unless you think you have alapecea, which is a hair loss condition in women. There may be a medication to slow that.

  6. Violet Pearl says:

    Try to eat about 4-6 ounces of lean protein with each meal. Nuts, eggs, cottage cheese, sliced luncheon meats, peanut butter, fish, steak, tuna, oatmeal, beans, tofu. Otherwise, you can get some low-carb/low calorie whey protein powder from a health food store (the kind you mix with water- just be sure to find one with littler or no artificial sweeteners.
    If you continue to lose hair, have your thyroid checked

  7. jt66250 says:

    Here are some good nutritional tips for hair growth.
    1. Eat adequate amounts of protein.
    Protein is composed of the amino acids essential for the building of new cells, including hair. Five amino acids are of particular relevance to hair growth – cystine, cysteine, methionine, arginine and lysine.
    Inadequate protein intake over a lengthy period can force hair into the resting phase with shedding a few months later. It is obvious then that sufficient portions of protein rich foods should form part of your daily diet. The best sources of dietary protein are lean meats, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products, soy, nuts, grains and seeds. At least 15% of your daily calories should come from protein-rich foods.
    2. Eat adequate amounts of useful carbohydrates.
    Carbs are an essential source of energy and help in the growth of body tissues, including hair. They are an important source of the B vitamins that are vital to healthy hair.
    It is important that you concentrate on consuming non-refined carbs rather than the sugars and white flour that are so prevalent in many over-refined carb products. You should place an emphasis on consuming vegetables, fruits, whole grains, brown rice and potatoes. It is recommended that you obtain 55-60% of your daily calories from the carbohydrates found in these foods.
    3. Achieve a healthy balance of dietary fats.
    Fat is used in energy production and can be found in both animal and plant foods. Your body needs sufficient levels of fat to maintain good health. That fat should be obtained from a mixture of lean animal and plant sources. Roughly 25-30% of your daily calories should come from these sources.
    4. The right nutritional balance is one that suits your personal circumstances.
    How much of each food group you eat depends on a host of factors including age, sex, health and level of physical activity. When choosing meals and snacks, take account of the following key principles of sound nutrition:
    - Eat a variety of foods.
    - Apply moderation to your consumption of junk foods.
    - Choose natural and lightly processed foods as often as possible.
    - Do not over cook.
    5. Support a nutritious diet with a few carefully chosen supplements.
    Following a nutritious diet is essential for good hair health, but on its own this may not be sufficient for a number of reasons:
    - Modern farming methods may deplete the nutrient quality of food.
    - High stress levels may diminish nutrients in your body.
    - Dieting may affect nutrient levels.
    - Aging reduces the ability of our bodies to utilize certain nutrients.
    - Exercise can deplete some nutrients.
    It may be sufficient to supplement with a well-balanced multi-vitamin / mineral product but a number of products are available that specifically cater for the requirements of healthy hair.

  8. swimmyfi says:

    eas has a good protien shake try it low carbs is not good for you either. YOU need to eat a balanced diet of carbs and protein and very little sugar. stress will also do this to you.

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