Benefits of Olive Oil to Stop Hair Fall and Encourage Hair Growth

Many hair products available in market contain harsh chemicals which cause hair damage. Many natural methods are available but one of the most widely used methods to prevent hair loss is pampering your hair olive oil.

Olive oil:

Olive oil is a edible oil with golden color obtained from the fruit of Olea europaea belonging to the family Oleaceae. It is common tree in Mediterranean basin. Olive oil can be extracted either by mechanical or chemical process around the world.

Olive oil is loaded with vitamins E and K along with strong antioxidants which ensure it to be used in various health and beauty benefits across the world. Oleacanthal present in it has anti inflammatory property and prevents hair damage.

The most common hair problems are premature baldness, split ends, hair breakage and dull hair which results finally to hair loss.

Causes for Hair fall:

·        Hereditary factors

·        Exposure to pollution

·        Misuse of hair care products

·        Medications

·        Hormonal Imbalance

·        Regular coloring

Tips for Hair growth:

·        Diet enriched with nutrients and vitamins

·        Exercise to relieve stress

·        Protect hair from direct sunlight and pollution

·        Choose organic and natural products

·        Include olive oil in your diet to enjoy its benefits.

Several grades of olive oil are available in market with different brand names for sale. Choose fresh and cold compressed oil extracted from greenish yellow olives as it is purest and rich in flavor.

Olive oil is always stored in tightly sealed containers and place in a cool and dark place away from sunlight and heat.

Healthbenefits of olive oil

·     Prevents coronary heart diseases.

·     Cholesterol regulation

·     Stabilises blood pressure

·     Diabetes management

·     Weight loss

·     Prevents asthma

How to use Olive Oil for Hair Growth

Take half cup of olive oil and mix it with one well beaten egg yolk. Mix thoroughly and add one tea spoon of lemon juice to it. Apply this to hair and allow to stand for 15 minutes.Then shampoo your hair. Egg yolk nourishes and conditions the hair naturally.

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