DANDRUFF

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What is Dandruff?

Dandruff is a common scalp condition in which dead skin looking like white flakes are shed.  The most common cause of dandruff is seborrhea, which is inflammation of the oil-secreting glands.  Deficiencies of B Complex vitamins, essential fatty acids and selenium can also contribute to dandruff, as can excess sugar and refined carbohydrate consumption.

Nutrition Facts & Diet Advice for Dandruff

Following the nutrition advice below can significantly help to alleviate dandruff:

	Eat a large percentage of your diet as raw vegetables and fruit.
	Also eat some almonds, hazelnuts, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and pumpkin seeds every day.
	Every day have a tablespoon of linseeds with two large glasses of water, and 1-2 Brazil nuts.
	Drink at least 1½ litres of water per day.
	Avoid fried foods, dairy products (except sheep or goat yoghurt), sugar, white flour, and chocolate.
	Avoid excess alcohol.
	It may help if you add a little vinegar to the rinsing water after washing your hair.

Health Supplements 

The health supplements below can help further in alleviating dandruff.

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	Udo's Choice Ultimate Oil Blend containing omega 3, 6 and 9 oils
	1 x Advanced Antioxidant Formula (Solgar)
	1 x Vitamin B Complex (Biocare)
	1 x Multivitamin and mineral (e.g. VM75 from Solgar)
	2 x 1000mg vitamin C