What to eat After hair Transplant

DHT or dihydrotestosterone is a protein produced in the body that binds to the androgen receptors present in the hair follicles. This affects the hair growth cycle hampering the growth in size and thickness. To prevent this occurrence, a diet rich in foods that act as DHT blockers should be taken after you undergo a hair transplant. These foods block DHT naturally and act as boosters for hair growth.  

Include the following foods in your diet after transplant 

1) Tomato:

Tomatoes have Lycopene, which inhibits 5alpha-reductase, an agent to block DHT. It also contains beta carotene and antioxidants to help fight cell damage and ensure a good supply of nutrients to the scalp. Consume it in salads; it's paste in sauces or juices. 

2) Eggs:

 Eggs are a great way to bounce your way to healthy hair! They are rich in biotin and amino acids that match the proteins in the hair tissues. Boiled and cooked eggs are more beneficial than raw ones. 

3) Berries: 

Blueberries are rich in vitamin C that ensures ample blood circulation to the follicles after transplantation. Beans are also rich in flavonoids that stimulate growth by increasing blood supply and helping the transition from telogen to anagen phase. 

4) Pumpkin Seeds: 

These seeds are tiny packets of beneficial minerals. Packed with wonder foods like zinc, Omega-3 fatty acids, iron, and magnesium, they also have a rare amino acid called cucurbitacin that helps hair grow. The best way to consume these seeds is by sprinkling on salads, yogurt,t, and desserts.  

5) Nuts- and Walnuts: 

Walnuts and almonds are both high on protein and vitamin E. A natural DHT inhibitor called L-lysine is present in Walnuts besides tannins that fight hair loss. Almonds contain biotin too, which is a big booster for hair health. That is why nuts are called hair vitamins. They enhance the value of salads and desserts. Soaked almonds further add more active ingredients for proper absorption. But consuming directly is best instead of waiting around for recipe cooking.  

6) Fruits: Banana, watermelon,n, and avocado : 

Bananas provide biotin and potassium that help the circulatory system to work correctly. 

Watermelons contain vitamin C, B12, B6, and lycopene that is a DHT blocker.

 Avocados are high supplementary foods like iron, folic acid, copper, and magnesium. They also have essential oils that penetrate the pores in the hair roots and provide deep nourishment by unclogging them. 

7) Vegetables- White Mushroom and carrots:

Abundant in zinc, white mushrooms also provide vitamin D and pantothenic acid, proving vital as growth factors and thickeners for tiny hair grafts that take root post hair restoration surgery. Carrots protect hair from breakage, fall, and external damage due to pollution. Besides, they add beta carotenes, vitamin A, C, E, K, potassium, and fiber to your diet.

8) Green Tea:

Green tea has become popular because of its richness in antioxidants and easy way of consumption. It has a big list of beneficial ingredients for hair growth- panthenol, antioxidants like Polyphenolic compounds, EGC, G, and catechins that combat external and internal damage to hair. Green tea must be consumed once a day after a hair transplant Surgery.