Try Silica For Reducing Hair Loss

Hair loss sufferers may have heard about silica and its known benefits for your hair but may not be sure exactly where to get it or why it is so helpful.  Here are some Silica basics to clear some of those questions up.

What is Silica?
Silica is a natural, non-metallic element that makes up part of our hair, skin and nails’ chemical structure and is thought to be incredibly important in maintaining a healthy cardiovascular and skeletal system as well. The average adult requires approximately 20 grams of silica in their system to promote overall good health. Our body naturally gets rid of 10-40 milligrams a day through hair loss, trimming our nails and urination.  It is important that people that are starting to lose their hair replenish this mineral in their body if they want to stop the process.

What Does It Do?
Because it is a vital part of what makes up our hair, increasing our body’s silica concentration has been shown to slow down hair loss, promote healthy hair regrowth and strengthen hair follicles. It puts back into our body the needed mineral that makes up our hair’s biological make-up. 

Where Can I Get It?
Silica can be found in many healthy food choices. Bean sprouts are high in silica, as are raw oats. Skins of potatoes, green and red peppers and cucumbers also have a high concentration of silica.
Silica is also an active ingredient in many shampoos aimed at battling baldness or strengthening hair.  Any natural food store will have a shampoo that includes silica.  The nutrient can also be taken as a vitamin supplement.