Slow Growers Unite!!
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good luck on your growth!
*Michelle*
Well-Known Member
This is absolutely correct!
With that said...PLEASE DON'T SELF DIAGNOSE IRON/FERROUS SULFATE CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS!
trendsetta25
Well-Known Member
bumping
I'm joining! I'm a slow grower due to anemia. Have to take supps to increase the rate and keep it moving, lol. I know I at least grow the average in a year (6"), but it just seems like its slower than that! Also, I find that supps help with my energy as well as hair growth--an added plus. I can see a difference in length and thickness over time, but I know that it could be better.
prettyplump04
New Member
I think me being anemic has hindered my growth and maybe the reason why my hair broke off in the middle like it did
. Ever since my etopic pregnancy (and 2 blood transfusions) Ive been ruled anemic and I dont take my iron pills like I should.
Now starting to think about it I correlate the downgrading health of my hair with me being anemic. So Im getting my iron pills out of the medicine cabinet and taking them. Thanks for the thread OP. I never would have put 2 together
. Ever since my etopic pregnancy (and 2 blood transfusions) Ive been ruled anemic and I dont take my iron pills like I should. Now starting to think about it I correlate the downgrading health of my hair with me being anemic. So Im getting my iron pills out of the medicine cabinet and taking them. Thanks for the thread OP. I never would have put 2 together
Oh pleazse..., I get so tired of hearing this.
Some people actually grow hair a lot slower than the average. I am definitely a part of the slow growing bunch and it has nothing to with hair breaking - trust me.
Some people actually grow hair a lot slower than the average. I am definitely a part of the slow growing bunch and it has nothing to with hair breaking - trust me.
IDareT'sHair
PJ Rehabilitation Center
Count Me In.
The Latest Salon-induced Chemical Set-back has been recovering at a Snail's Pace.
erplexed
"Back in Da' Day" I would have fully been out of this slump and my hair would have been fully 'Restored'.
Now, I think age
, perimenopause topped with extreme chemical damage all have me slowly creeping along.
The Latest Salon-induced Chemical Set-back has been recovering at a Snail's Pace.
erplexed"Back in Da' Day" I would have fully been out of this slump and my hair would have been fully 'Restored'.
Now, I think age
, perimenopause topped with extreme chemical damage all have me slowly creeping along.
MizzBrit
Well-Known Member
nope.im in ps styles 24/7..hair still grows slow.
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LaFemmeNaturelle
Well-Known Member
Some people are just anemic. Of course there's a reason as there is a reason to every illness. I've been anemic since I was in middle school (don't know about before then) and I've always eaten healthy with a diet rich in iron and I take iron supplements and that only pushes me to just over borderline. I don't have a heavy period either and my mom is also anemic and has been all my life (well she actually has a heavy period due to fibroids). It's just something that many people have to deal with.
Sorry for hijacking the thread...I'm not a slow grower I was just bored and decided to read the thread lol
LaFemmeNaturelle
Well-Known Member
All of you ladies who say you are slow growers, do you have healthy diets and exercise regularly?
pookaloo83
New Member
No. I know this has alot to do with it too. I also drink too much soda and not enough water.
Yep. Also, the bottom line for me is throughout the years my hair grows at the same rate no matter what. I exercise 5 days per week, healthy eater - lots of vegs no white stuff, have been taking chorella for years and I can tell its doing wonders for my body/health but no extra vitamins increase or decrease the reality that my hair grows at a rate of 3-4" per year in some parts - some parts even less. I went bald/natural almost 3 years ago and I barely have 9" in length. I have learned to accept my growth rate I am perfectly fine with it now but I get annoyed when people want to imply that it's because I am not doing something or another why my hair doesn't grow any faster.
OK so I would like to know what to consider "slow growing" I am transitioning and @ 2 inches of new growth and it has been about 4 1/2 months. I think its slow but I might be impatient
Am I Slow or Normal?
Knit, you should not be in this thread. You are not a slow grower. Give me a sec and I'll start an impatient thread.
Hmm....this is interesting. I'm not sure if I'm a slow grower. I feel normal & I've progressed form nape/neck length to around APL since I joined. I just try to ignore the rapid progress of others here beyond just congratulating them and taking notes, meaning I try my best not to compare myself.
However, it's taken me a painfully long time to reach APL from full SL (over a year), and my hair is super full and my ends are healthy. I rollerset and almost never use direct heat. I moisturize every single day and I trim two times a year.
I was diagnosed with anemia 8 years ago. I never took it seriously until I started suffering severe bouts of fatigue and dizziness.
However, it's taken me a painfully long time to reach APL from full SL (over a year), and my hair is super full and my ends are healthy. I rollerset and almost never use direct heat. I moisturize every single day and I trim two times a year.
I was diagnosed with anemia 8 years ago. I never took it seriously until I started suffering severe bouts of fatigue and dizziness.
I was diagnosed with anemia when I was pregnant with my son, and have been the same since then. I'm always turned away when I try to give blood, and my doctors reconfirm the diagnosis at my yearly appointments.
Someone else asked about diet and exercise - I exercise 3 times a week, which is the most I can do, being in law school. My diet is pretty good, but it could be better. I recently purchased Eat Right For Your Blood Type.
Didn't there used to be an anemic support thread? Maybe I should be over there. lol
Eluv
Active Member
WTH I'm anemic, I didn't know there's a correlation between anemic and slow growth. I was so hoping the supplements would help me, but so far nothing.
OMG, I’m off to do some research.
Queen_Earth
New Member
nah I am pretty sure I am a slower grower; I can get my hair pressed and six weeks later my roots are bone straight even though I havent had any heat on my hair since the original flat iron; and when I do wash my hair everything goes back to my normal curl pattern
LaFemmeNaturelle
Well-Known Member
Hi Ladies,
this is a great thread. I'm really surprised that no-one has mentioned trimming or dusting their ends. Your hair must be breaking which gives the appearance of slow growth. I have noticed my hair retain more length when I trimmed every 3mths. I am now following Wanakee's hair advice and upped my trimming to every 6-8 wks and I noticed the difference almost immediately. She advocated 6 basic steps which are practical and work. So far I have notices less breakage and more body.
http://wanakee.com/hairguides/emotionalguide.htm
http://web.archive.org/web/20001026131053/wanakee.com/practica.htm
I have also started following some of Dwayne Presley's tips, of Ask Dwayne, which when which coupled with Wanakee's has made a great difference. Regular washing with quality hair products. I use a great organic range which I found by accident in a Health Food shop. I also pre-poo religiously, EVOO seems to be the best oil to me, especially if you only leave it on for a maximum of about a hour. I personally think that only an hour is enough, not overnight.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYgKQZdZV5M
Using this advice in my regime has made a big difference and improved the appearance of my hair. My hair is healthier, moisturised and retaining more length.
MeechUK
this is a great thread. I'm really surprised that no-one has mentioned trimming or dusting their ends. Your hair must be breaking which gives the appearance of slow growth. I have noticed my hair retain more length when I trimmed every 3mths. I am now following Wanakee's hair advice and upped my trimming to every 6-8 wks and I noticed the difference almost immediately. She advocated 6 basic steps which are practical and work. So far I have notices less breakage and more body.
http://wanakee.com/hairguides/emotionalguide.htm
http://web.archive.org/web/20001026131053/wanakee.com/practica.htm
I have also started following some of Dwayne Presley's tips, of Ask Dwayne, which when which coupled with Wanakee's has made a great difference. Regular washing with quality hair products. I use a great organic range which I found by accident in a Health Food shop. I also pre-poo religiously, EVOO seems to be the best oil to me, especially if you only leave it on for a maximum of about a hour. I personally think that only an hour is enough, not overnight.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYgKQZdZV5M
Using this advice in my regime has made a big difference and improved the appearance of my hair. My hair is healthier, moisturised and retaining more length.
MeechUK
bablou00
Well-Known Member
Slow grower in the house. My last relaxer was Aug 08 and by the time I BC'd I should of had at least 4-5inches of new growth. BC'd in June 09 and should of had an extra four inches. My hair is no where near 8-9inches long right now. The longest length Ive measured is right at six. So I'm hoping that its just the winter slow-growth blues. My diet is really good (with a couple cheat days here and there) I juice my vegetables (with spirulina) and make fruit smoothies on opposite days. Ive been working out 5-6 days a wk since Oct 09. So its just me. My nails dont grow long and break off easily...Ive tried all types of vitamins and my blood work checks out ok. Im ok with it. It will eventually get to where I would like it.
amalacoils83
New Member
Tell me about it! I have been natural since January '07 and have been embarrassed to tell people how long I have been natural due to my inability for my hair to reach full neck length. I have to admit that I had no regimen the first three years and I was forcing my hair to do what it did not want to do. So now I am playing nice with my hair and if it is not at least shoulder length by December I know for sure that I am a slow grower or in the wack retainer club, but will still love my kinks regardless. It's good to know I'm not alone though!
carolinetwin
Member
Im not sure if I'm a slow grower. Some parts of my hair - (sides) grows at around 2 inches every 2 months. I judge by when I used to get a relaxer. BUT, by crown and middle of my nape grows really slow ..come to think of it, I think it's a retention issue, it breaks really fast. Scibing anyway
Oh and I exercise 3-4 times a week, take vits, drink 2 litres of water. BUT I love me some junk food
Oh and I exercise 3-4 times a week, take vits, drink 2 litres of water. BUT I love me some junk food
Aviah
Well-Known Member
You? A slow-grower? your last relaxer was just over 2 years ago and you look SL unstretched already!
As for me I get 1/3 inch per month. 1/2 per month with MN. I don't drink enough water, inconsistent with vitamins, don't really exercise, or eat healthily (regularly enough)... Its really no wonder why I grow slow
(off to take vitamins with lots of water)
Aviah
Well-Known Member
http://www.hairboutique.com/tips/tip600.htm
Four Major Hair Killers
One of my best friends once described me as "Karen goes everywhere, does everything and pays attention". I thought this was very funny at the time but over the years, I have realized that the pay attention part has been a great trait for working on HairBoutique.com.
Yes, paying attention has helped me find all kinds of hair gems in subject areas that are not specifically designated as hair topics.
I admit it, I am a self-help book addict. I have been reading self-help books since I was 15 years old. I am also a self-professed pack rat. I save everything. I recently unearthed an old favorite self-help book when I was cleaning out a jam packed closet. There it was at the bottom of the stack, Dr. Daniel Amen's Don't Shoot Yourself In The Foot. This gem of a book is written around the premise that many people destined for success don't quite make it because they are too busy getting in their own way.
I have always loved the book and as I was reading it again for about the 100th time I realized that many people who write to me at HairBoutique.com who want to have success with their hair, are their own worst enemies. Hmmmm. So what do they do that specifically trips them up?
After some thought I realized that major hair killers fall into four major categories.
Continued below ↓
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Poor Physical Conditioning - Lackluster Hair
Not only is poor physical conditioning and heath a major reason behind heart disease and major medical bills, it causes chronic fatigue, low energy and other problems. How does this relate to hair? It has been proven that hair benefits greatly from exercise and good circulation. Hair is a barometer of overall physical health. Think about it, if your body is not being well taken care of, what does your hair and skin look like?
Developing good physical conditioning doesn't mean that you have to join a health club and work out hours ever day. It just means to pay attention to your body and get some exercise for at least 20-30 minutes at least 3 times a week. More is better of course.
I am the original couch potato. My daily exercise used to consist of moving from my PC to the coffee machine and back. Did my hair suffer? Yes, definitely.
I discovered some years ago that when I don't exercise my hair starts to look drab and it seems to "act up". When I walk at least 30 minutes on my treadmill (next to my PC of course) at least 3 times a week, my hair improves significantly. The added physical circulation is definitely a big bonus for healthy hair and skin.
If you are on a tight budget forget the treadmill and go to the nearest mall and walk briskly for several minutes. Or park your car as far from your destination as possible. I have a ding phobia and always park my car in the biggest and most remote corner I can find. Not only does this save my car from door dings, it forces me to walk and get that circulation going.
Yes, it is important to use the best hair care products that your budget can afford. It is also important to visit your stylist for scheduled trims, do regular deep conditioning and avoid the heated styling tools.
However, the best hair care products and best stylists in the world can not help your hair if you don't exercise and take care of your physical health. So go lace up those walking shoes. pop in a great CD or tape and let that energy flow.
Erractic Sleep Patterns - Accelerated Hair Loss & Brittle Hair
I am world famous for running on about 2-3 hours of sleep a night and sending out massive emails at 3 am. Yes, I have lots of excuses. Besides HairBoutique.com I am in charge of a fast growing software company. Yikes. There is always 100 things on my "to do" list. So I always try to "catch up" in the wee hours of the night. Is this a great idea? Not really.
Our bodies are still human and not bionic. We can't just plug into a wall somewhere and zap 8 hours of rest into our body parts. It would be cool if that were possible, but its not.
Last year I started to have lots of problems with my hair starting to fall out. It turned out that besides not exercising, I was also not sleeping much and my thyroid was on strike.
While my fabulous doctor got my thyroid balanced he told me that not sleeping was making everything worse. So I started sleeping more and sure enough, my body and hair improved.
Although we don't all need the same amount of sleep, most of us need between six and eight hours of sleep each day. The more regular your sleep schedule, the better.
While I have not worked up to a regular six hours every night, I have learned to take regular 1-2 hour naps when I get tired. It helps a lot and my hair loves naps.
Some people benefit from naps, some don't. The key is to get in touch with your own personal sleep requirements and then work at meeting them.
If you have problems sleeping for whatever reason, take the time to address the causes. Luckily my problem is that I just don't want to take the time to sleep.
If you have trouble sleeping and if it lasts more than a week or so, it's a good idea to have it checked by your doctor. It has been proven that depression can be a major cause of insomnia.
Besides helping your body to refuel and regenerate, sleep reduces stress levels, helps you relax and is a great hair tonic.
Eating An Unbalanced Diet - Hair That Won't Grow
I used to think that the basic food groups were all grouped around C. Cookies, candy and chips were my staples. My hair and skin were the victims. Unfortunately my skin has a strong tendency to break out if I indulge in the C foods too often.
Good hair, skin, teeth and overall health is directly tied to eating well balanced meals. So many people write to me that they have noticed a definite improvement in their hair after taking the H37 or Edwin Paul vitamins. When I quiz them they often tell me of a history of poor dietary habits. Which explains why the hair vitamins help them.
Our bodies crave vitamins and minerals. When we don't provide these goodies to our bodies, many things suffer. Often our hair and skin are obvious victims. A poor diet will also prevent us from having the optimal energy to be successful in other areas of our life.
I have tried just about every food and dietary plan invented. I have found that my personal best eating plan is closely tied to the Zone way of eating. Yes, I still love C foods, but I work hard to limit those foods to every once in awhile. I have found that a healthy breakfast is one of the best things I can do for my day and my hair.
Self-knowledge is great power. Understanding what foods drive your body best is a key to great success in all areas. Many people do well on lots of small meals while others do well on 2 or 3. Some people are find their optimal physical success on a high carbohydrate plan while others do better with higher protein levels.
Try eating a couple of different dietary programs to find the one that works best for you. It is essential that your body and your hair receive a good balanced diet.
Yes, hair vitamins like HairTopia vitamins do work. This is because they actually supplement the vitamins and minerals that our bodies and hair require for optimal growth and condition. Hair vitamins alone are not the perfect solution. Eating well for your body type in combination with vitamins and minerals will be the real winning combination.
Excessive Caffeine, Nicotine - Hair Robbers
I am not a diehard anti-smoking fanatic. I tend to be a libertarian about most things. I believe in letting people do what they need to do as long as it doesn't hurt other people in the process. There is lots of controversy about second hand smoke and so I tend to follow the path that smokers should be free to smoke where it doesn't harm others.
When it comes to hair and skin, I am totally against smoking because of the known damages that it can do. Smoking has been conclusively proven to prematurely harden blood vessels, restricting blood flow and damaging capillaries. This definitely will harm healthy hair patterns. Smoking has been proven to accelerate the incidence of hair loss and the accumulation of gray hair.
Caffeine is also not blameless. Excessive caffeine use can do all kinds of damage and has been proven to be a culprit in all sorts of hair and skin related problems.
I love caffeine but limit my Starbucks to 1 latte per day. Again, I notice a difference in my hair.
Whether you smoke or not or consume lots of caffeine is a personal choice. Everyone is entitled to do what works for them.
However, these substances are proven hair killers. What is the point of spending a fortune on having gorgeous hair to throw it away with habits that block you from your goal? This is something that everyone has to decide for themselves.
Summary
If you have been struggling to grow gorgeous, thicker, longer or healthier hair without noticeable results, maybe you are sabotaging your own potential for great hair by not addressing the four major hair killers that I have addressed above.
There are several causes for hair problems from overuse of chemicals (bleach, perms, straighteners), hot hair tools (dryers, curlers, irons) to poor product selection that may rob the natural oils from your hair. Some physical problems like major disease or prescription drug therapies can cause hair difficulties.
However, if the basic building blocks for great hair are not met through good physical exercise, enough sleep and relaxation, a good diet and good health habits your hair may never achieve the levels of beauty that you wish to attain.
If you are deficient in any of the four areas, try making some changes and see what happens. Your hair will love you for it.
Four Major Hair Killers
One of my best friends once described me as "Karen goes everywhere, does everything and pays attention". I thought this was very funny at the time but over the years, I have realized that the pay attention part has been a great trait for working on HairBoutique.com.
Yes, paying attention has helped me find all kinds of hair gems in subject areas that are not specifically designated as hair topics.
I admit it, I am a self-help book addict. I have been reading self-help books since I was 15 years old. I am also a self-professed pack rat. I save everything. I recently unearthed an old favorite self-help book when I was cleaning out a jam packed closet. There it was at the bottom of the stack, Dr. Daniel Amen's Don't Shoot Yourself In The Foot. This gem of a book is written around the premise that many people destined for success don't quite make it because they are too busy getting in their own way.
I have always loved the book and as I was reading it again for about the 100th time I realized that many people who write to me at HairBoutique.com who want to have success with their hair, are their own worst enemies. Hmmmm. So what do they do that specifically trips them up?
After some thought I realized that major hair killers fall into four major categories.
Continued below ↓
advertisement
Poor Physical Conditioning - Lackluster Hair
Not only is poor physical conditioning and heath a major reason behind heart disease and major medical bills, it causes chronic fatigue, low energy and other problems. How does this relate to hair? It has been proven that hair benefits greatly from exercise and good circulation. Hair is a barometer of overall physical health. Think about it, if your body is not being well taken care of, what does your hair and skin look like?
Developing good physical conditioning doesn't mean that you have to join a health club and work out hours ever day. It just means to pay attention to your body and get some exercise for at least 20-30 minutes at least 3 times a week. More is better of course.
I am the original couch potato. My daily exercise used to consist of moving from my PC to the coffee machine and back. Did my hair suffer? Yes, definitely.
I discovered some years ago that when I don't exercise my hair starts to look drab and it seems to "act up". When I walk at least 30 minutes on my treadmill (next to my PC of course) at least 3 times a week, my hair improves significantly. The added physical circulation is definitely a big bonus for healthy hair and skin.
If you are on a tight budget forget the treadmill and go to the nearest mall and walk briskly for several minutes. Or park your car as far from your destination as possible. I have a ding phobia and always park my car in the biggest and most remote corner I can find. Not only does this save my car from door dings, it forces me to walk and get that circulation going.
Yes, it is important to use the best hair care products that your budget can afford. It is also important to visit your stylist for scheduled trims, do regular deep conditioning and avoid the heated styling tools.
However, the best hair care products and best stylists in the world can not help your hair if you don't exercise and take care of your physical health. So go lace up those walking shoes. pop in a great CD or tape and let that energy flow.
Erractic Sleep Patterns - Accelerated Hair Loss & Brittle Hair
I am world famous for running on about 2-3 hours of sleep a night and sending out massive emails at 3 am. Yes, I have lots of excuses. Besides HairBoutique.com I am in charge of a fast growing software company. Yikes. There is always 100 things on my "to do" list. So I always try to "catch up" in the wee hours of the night. Is this a great idea? Not really.
Our bodies are still human and not bionic. We can't just plug into a wall somewhere and zap 8 hours of rest into our body parts. It would be cool if that were possible, but its not.
Last year I started to have lots of problems with my hair starting to fall out. It turned out that besides not exercising, I was also not sleeping much and my thyroid was on strike.
While my fabulous doctor got my thyroid balanced he told me that not sleeping was making everything worse. So I started sleeping more and sure enough, my body and hair improved.
Although we don't all need the same amount of sleep, most of us need between six and eight hours of sleep each day. The more regular your sleep schedule, the better.
While I have not worked up to a regular six hours every night, I have learned to take regular 1-2 hour naps when I get tired. It helps a lot and my hair loves naps.
Some people benefit from naps, some don't. The key is to get in touch with your own personal sleep requirements and then work at meeting them.
If you have problems sleeping for whatever reason, take the time to address the causes. Luckily my problem is that I just don't want to take the time to sleep.
If you have trouble sleeping and if it lasts more than a week or so, it's a good idea to have it checked by your doctor. It has been proven that depression can be a major cause of insomnia.
Besides helping your body to refuel and regenerate, sleep reduces stress levels, helps you relax and is a great hair tonic.
Eating An Unbalanced Diet - Hair That Won't Grow
I used to think that the basic food groups were all grouped around C. Cookies, candy and chips were my staples. My hair and skin were the victims. Unfortunately my skin has a strong tendency to break out if I indulge in the C foods too often.
Good hair, skin, teeth and overall health is directly tied to eating well balanced meals. So many people write to me that they have noticed a definite improvement in their hair after taking the H37 or Edwin Paul vitamins. When I quiz them they often tell me of a history of poor dietary habits. Which explains why the hair vitamins help them.
Our bodies crave vitamins and minerals. When we don't provide these goodies to our bodies, many things suffer. Often our hair and skin are obvious victims. A poor diet will also prevent us from having the optimal energy to be successful in other areas of our life.
I have tried just about every food and dietary plan invented. I have found that my personal best eating plan is closely tied to the Zone way of eating. Yes, I still love C foods, but I work hard to limit those foods to every once in awhile. I have found that a healthy breakfast is one of the best things I can do for my day and my hair.
Self-knowledge is great power. Understanding what foods drive your body best is a key to great success in all areas. Many people do well on lots of small meals while others do well on 2 or 3. Some people are find their optimal physical success on a high carbohydrate plan while others do better with higher protein levels.
Try eating a couple of different dietary programs to find the one that works best for you. It is essential that your body and your hair receive a good balanced diet.
Yes, hair vitamins like HairTopia vitamins do work. This is because they actually supplement the vitamins and minerals that our bodies and hair require for optimal growth and condition. Hair vitamins alone are not the perfect solution. Eating well for your body type in combination with vitamins and minerals will be the real winning combination.
Excessive Caffeine, Nicotine - Hair Robbers
I am not a diehard anti-smoking fanatic. I tend to be a libertarian about most things. I believe in letting people do what they need to do as long as it doesn't hurt other people in the process. There is lots of controversy about second hand smoke and so I tend to follow the path that smokers should be free to smoke where it doesn't harm others.
When it comes to hair and skin, I am totally against smoking because of the known damages that it can do. Smoking has been conclusively proven to prematurely harden blood vessels, restricting blood flow and damaging capillaries. This definitely will harm healthy hair patterns. Smoking has been proven to accelerate the incidence of hair loss and the accumulation of gray hair.
Caffeine is also not blameless. Excessive caffeine use can do all kinds of damage and has been proven to be a culprit in all sorts of hair and skin related problems.
I love caffeine but limit my Starbucks to 1 latte per day. Again, I notice a difference in my hair.
Whether you smoke or not or consume lots of caffeine is a personal choice. Everyone is entitled to do what works for them.
However, these substances are proven hair killers. What is the point of spending a fortune on having gorgeous hair to throw it away with habits that block you from your goal? This is something that everyone has to decide for themselves.
Summary
If you have been struggling to grow gorgeous, thicker, longer or healthier hair without noticeable results, maybe you are sabotaging your own potential for great hair by not addressing the four major hair killers that I have addressed above.
There are several causes for hair problems from overuse of chemicals (bleach, perms, straighteners), hot hair tools (dryers, curlers, irons) to poor product selection that may rob the natural oils from your hair. Some physical problems like major disease or prescription drug therapies can cause hair difficulties.
However, if the basic building blocks for great hair are not met through good physical exercise, enough sleep and relaxation, a good diet and good health habits your hair may never achieve the levels of beauty that you wish to attain.
If you are deficient in any of the four areas, try making some changes and see what happens. Your hair will love you for it.
MummysGirl
New Member
I definitely don't get anything close to 6 inches/year.
I'm not anaemic. I exercise at least 5 times a week, I eat well except for the occasional indulgences here and there
I'm not anaemic. I exercise at least 5 times a week, I eat well except for the occasional indulgences here and there
