The doctor gave tips on how to strengthen hair and nails in winter with the help of supplements

To avoid hair loss, the expert advises adding iron to the diet, as its deficiency causes anemia and negatively affects blood circulation in hair follicles. Karina Avramova, an endocrinologist-dietitologist, specialist in preventive and anti-aging medicine, told Izvestia on December 3 about how to maintain healthy hair and nails in winter with the help of dietary supplements.

"B vitamins are involved in the synthesis of keratin, making hair stronger and thicker, and nails less brittle. The optimal dose of B vitamins is selected individually depending on the needs of the body," Avramova noted.

According to her, to prevent hair loss you need iron, as its deficiency leads to anemia and deterioration of blood supply to hair follicles. In addition, it is better to choose supplements in the form of iron bisglycinate, as they are less irritating to the stomach.

Calcium, magnesium and zinc play a key role in strengthening nails and preventing hair loss. The expert recommended choosing supplements that include these minerals to support cellular metabolism.

The expert also recommends adding vitamin D and omega-3 to your diet, especially during the winter months, as they promote scalp health and help avoid hair breakage. Avramova also advises moisturizing hair regularly with oils such as argan oil and using hand creams containing keratin to protect nails from drying out.

"Supplements need to be effective and safe. To achieve results, it is important to select them together with doctors, paying attention to the labeling and reputation of the manufacturer. Quality vitamins can become reliable allies of health," - summarized Avramova.

Earlier, on November 26, dermatologist-trichologist, member of the Moscow Society of dermatovenerologists and cosmetologists and founder of the School of hair and skin Lidia Belova told "Izvestia" about the prevention of hair loss after childbirth. In order to maintain the health and appearance of hair, you should replenish resources as much as possible through nutrition, because this is the most effective and safe method.