Eating the right foods makes it easier to control scalp oiliness, combating dandruff naturally and effectively. The most recommended foods are anti-inflammatory and rich in omega 3 such as tuna and sardines.
This type of food is very useful because it helps to reduce symptoms such as itching, flaking and red spots on the scalp. But for the treatment to be effective it is also necessary to eat a diet low in fat, eliminating fried foods, sausages and snacks from the diet.
What to eat to control dandruff
Foods that help treat seborrheic dandruff are mainly anti-inflammatory foods that strengthen the immune system by helping to fight inflammation such as:
- Salmon, sardines, tuna; Nuts, almonds; Chia seeds, sunflower seeds; Orange, pineapple, lemon.
These foods should be consumed daily until the dandruff is gone.
What not to eat to control dandruff
Dairy products, as they are related to the increase in oiliness on the skin, should be avoided as well as food allergens such as kiwi, strawberries and peanuts because they can easily trigger allergies and aggravate inflammation in the scalp.
However, to confirm whether these foods actually increase dandruff, it is necessary to remove each of these foods for 3 weeks from the food and then consume them again to see if they increase dandruff or not because not all people notice this difference.
Ideal menu
This menu of the diet that combats seborrheic dandruff is an example of a food day for those who want to fight inflammation in the scalp.
- Breakfast - orange juice with granola. Lunch - grilled turkey steak with rice and lettuce, tomato and cucumber salad with chia seeds, seasoned with lemon drops. For dessert, apple. Snack - French bread with ham and pineapple juice. Dinner - steamed salmon with boiled potatoes and carrots seasoned with lemon drops. A pear for dessert
Food is an important component of the treatment of seborrheic dandruff, but it must be combined with the treatment indicated by the dermatologist, and the use of anti-dandruff shampoos.
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