ヘアケアとプロテイン (髪の毛に必要な栄養素) 〜栄養士のColumn Vol.3(前編)

Hair care and protein - (nutrients necessary for hair) ~ Nutritionist's Column Vol.3 (Part 1)

September 23, 2019

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The relationship between hair care and protein

This time, I will be focusing on hair care from a food perspective.

Keratin and essential amino acids that make up hair

When your hair is dry, has split ends, or is brittle, it loses half of its beauty.
The beauty of your hair is very important.
To maintain beautiful hair, external care is important, but internal diet is even more important.
Most hair is made up of a protein called "keratin," which is made up of amino acids. This keratin is made up of an essential amino acid called methionine, which cannot be produced in the body. In other words, the raw material for hair is supplied by eating high-quality protein.

Focus on B vitamins and minerals (zinc and iron)

First of all, it is important to make sure you are getting enough protein, which is a component of hair, but it is also recommended to take it together with vitamins and minerals that support absorption and metabolism.

To ensure that protein is absorbed efficiently into your hair, it is important to take it in combination with B vitamins. B vitamins not only help metabolize lipids and carbohydrates, but also support the production of proteins necessary for hair.
Zinc, which activates the metabolism of hair cells and is involved in keratin production, is also important.
Vitamin E improves blood flow in the body, widening the capillaries and making it easier to transport nutrients to the hair.
Iron is also important as it promotes hair growth and helps support the hair cycle. It is a mineral that women who are prone to anemia should take in particular.

To maintain beautiful, shiny hair

The key is to consciously incorporate B vitamins, vitamin E, and minerals such as zinc and iron into your diet along with protein.

GRØN is made primarily from soy protein and is formulated with superfoods rich in vitamins and minerals.
Next time, we will explain the hair care features of GRØN's two protein blends, " Green Monster " and " Red Heat ."

>> Go to Part 2 (Green Monster and Red Heat)

Protein Blend Green Monster 20g / 320 yen (excluding tax)

Protein Blend Red Heat 20g / 320 yen (excluding tax)

Pancake Mix & Protein 227g / 900 yen (excluding tax)

Scripted by Ayako Ishihara
Photos by Moeko Sawada

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Nutritionist, Food Education Instructor, Food 6th Industrialization Producer Level 4
Ayako Ishihara

A nutritional advisor in the healthcare field and an agribusiness professional.
She is involved in a variety of activities specializing in the fields of beauty and health, including giving lectures to Miss World Japan candidates.

With the philosophy of "enriching the mind and body through food and realizing a vibrant society where people and communities are connected," he founded i-Field Co., Ltd. in 2013 and serves as its representative.
He is a core member of the food team for "DINING OUT," which opens outdoor restaurants in various regions, and also participates in fashion brand projects.
She is also involved in the promotion of local ingredients, product development and production specializing in "health" and "beauty," branding, concept design, food hygiene, sales promotion, training planning and management, etc. She is in charge of nutritional supervision for GRØN's product development, proposing ways to incorporate them more effectively into consumer health.

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