Protein and Hair Growth
Posted by TYR on October 30, 2003 at 21:53:29: Previous Next
Hmmm...
I lift weights very frequently and work out at the gym four to five days a week. I take protein supplements to help feed my muscles as well. It's all natural, just a powder you mix into juice to help bring vitamins to your muscles etc etc. Nonetheless, I've noticed that my hair seems to be growing much quicker than usual, ever since I started the protein diet. Do you think these Protein Supplements are making my hair grow quicker? It certainly seems so! Anyone else with the same experience? For those of you interested, I'm taking the following:
ISO XP by NXCARE INC. I take two serving a day which equals approx 66 grams of protein from the shake alone.
I'm going to continue using this protein, as it is good for my body. However, would that not be awesome if it helped hair as well!?!?!
Re: Protein and Hair Growth
Posted by Victor on October 30, 2003 at 22:37:11: Previous Next
In Reply to: Protein and Hair Growth posted by TYR on October 30, 2003 at 21:53:29:
: I lift weights very frequently and work out at the gym four to five days a week. I take protein supplements to help feed my muscles as well. It's all natural, just a powder you mix into juice to help bring vitamins to your muscles etc etc.
Protein and vitamins are two different things. It would be a good idea to consult a qualified nutritionist before you take such supplements. There can be consequences if the percentage of protein in your diet is too high and also if you don't ingest the right kinds of proteins.
Re: Protein and Hair Growth
Posted by Dan on October 30, 2003 at 22:39:18: Previous Next
In Reply to: Protein and Hair Growth posted by TYR on October 30, 2003 at 21:53:29:
I haven't noticed any difference in hair growth, personally. I have been eating very, very clean and protein heavy for about four months now: 40% of my daily 3200 calories comes from protein, including whey and meal replacement shakes.
Re: Protein and Hair Growth
Posted by Doomlord on October 31, 2003 at 09:18:26: Previous Next
In Reply to: Protein and Hair Growth posted by TYR on October 30, 2003 at 21:53:29:
Ive noticed the same thing myself, and it would make sense, seeing as how hair is made of protein. But then again, the body can only digest a set amount, when you go over that it just goes to waste through your kidneys, and thats where the problems show up, wearing out your kidneys that is. At least thats how my doctor explained it to me.
: I lift weights very frequently and work out at the gym four to five days a week. I take protein supplements to help feed my muscles as well. It's all natural, just a powder you mix into juice to help bring vitamins to your muscles etc etc. Nonetheless, I've noticed that my hair seems to be growing much quicker than usual, ever since I started the protein diet. Do you think these Protein Supplements are making my hair grow quicker? It certainly seems so! Anyone else with the same experience? For those of you interested, I'm taking the following:
: ISO XP by NXCARE INC. I take two serving a day which equals approx 66 grams of protein from the shake alone.
: I'm going to continue using this protein, as it is good for my body. However, would that not be awesome if it helped hair as well!?!?!
Re: Protein and Hair Growth
Posted by ToddB on October 31, 2003 at 12:07:36: Previous Next
In Reply to: Protein and Hair Growth posted by TYR on October 30, 2003 at 21:53:29:
I agree with the previous statements about the fact that protein and vitamins are separate entities.
Vitamins are useful only when there is a deficit. That's tough to find in our overweight society. That being said, vitamins have been shown to be useful in children and people over the age of 50 (or so).
Vitamins are good during periods of stress, where the B vitamins are consumed at a faster rate and in those who work-out frequently. Be careful not to take too much of the fat soluble vitamins (K, A, D, E) because that's bad. Most of the research these days is geared towards "whole food" technology. Briefly, this states that eating the entire food (apple, tomato, etc) is better than eating a large amount of one component (vit C for instance).
Back to protein. Contrary to many opinions, we need only 12-20 grams of protein per day in the usual circumstances. Eating more than this might or might not be bad depending on the TYPE of protein. Animal protein (meat, dairy, whey, etc) causes an increase in uric acid and other acids in the body. This must be neutralized by a base, which leeches calcium from our bones and contributes to osteoporosis. so why are the "whey" type supplements so prevalent? Simply because they are so CHEAP to produce and the profit margin so high. They certainly are NOT going to tell you some of the consequences.
The other type of protein is plant protein. It is much easier for the body to digest and is safer. I prefer the soy types. They tend to come in a variety of flavors. If you want even more protein, I suggest adding a soy-based nonflavored protein powder to the protein shake mix. Make it with soy milk and you're ready to rock.
About the amount. You probably won't get any added benefit from more than 100 grams of protein per day. I can't back that up with research, however.
About the hair growth. You've had growth and Dan hasn't. I don't have a specific answer unless it has something to do with the type of protein. It is most likely serendipitous. You are now eating more protein. However, you are probably also more conscious of your overall nutrition and are maybe avoiding some of the junk food, fast food, etc.
Sorry about the long length. Have a great weekend.
ToddB
tabrownmd@yahoo.com
Re: Protein and Hair Growth
Posted by Dan on October 31, 2003 at 13:27:57: Previous Next
In Reply to: Re: Protein and Hair Growth posted by ToddB on October 31, 2003 at 12:07:36:
> TYPE of protein. Animal protein (meat, dairy, whey, etc) causes an increase in uric acid and other acids in the body. This must be neutralized by a base, which leeches calcium from our bones and contributes to osteoporosis.
There has been some research I've been trying to get up on regarding whey vs. caesin vs. soy protein in terms of muscle mass-building. Soy seems to have the lease effectiveness, while caesin (from milk) is the most effective. For this reason, many bodybuilders are fat free cottage cheese, yogurt and pudding freaks. While I'm no bodybuilder, I do go through a lot of the stuff every week. Yogurt too. I try to have at least one of my six meals each day feature caesin protein since I generally consume about 60g of whey protein daily.
Re: Protein and Hair Growth
Posted by Victor on October 31, 2003 at 13:35:26: Previous Next
In Reply to: Re: Protein and Hair Growth posted by Dan on October 31, 2003 at 13:27:57:
: There has been some research I've been trying to get up on regarding whey vs. caesin vs. soy protein in terms of muscle mass-building. Soy seems to have the lease effectiveness, while caesin (from milk) is the most effective. For this reason, many bodybuilders are fat free cottage cheese, yogurt and pudding freaks. While I'm no bodybuilder, I do go through a lot of the stuff every week. Yogurt too. I try to have at least one of my six meals each day feature caesin protein since I generally consume about 60g of whey protein daily.
I think that should be casein and not caesin.
Re: Protein and Hair Growth
Posted by ColdFlu on October 31, 2003 at 13:37:06: Previous Next
In Reply to: Re: Protein and Hair Growth posted by Victor on October 31, 2003 at 13:35:26:
: : There has been some research I've been trying to get up on regarding whey vs. caesin vs. soy protein in terms of muscle mass-building. Soy seems to have the lease effectiveness, while caesin (from milk) is the most effective. For this reason, many bodybuilders are fat free cottage cheese, yogurt and pudding freaks. While I'm no bodybuilder, I do go through a lot of the stuff every week. Yogurt too. I try to have at least one of my six meals each day feature caesin protein since I generally consume about 60g of whey protein daily.
: I think that should be casein and not caesin.
I drink a gallon of milk each day, so that means I'm getting some good protein then.
I've...
Posted by FITMUS on October 31, 2003 at 15:03:59: Previous Next
In Reply to: Protein and Hair Growth posted by TYR on October 30, 2003 at 21:53:29:
...not only been lifting weights & taking protein (whey), but I've been alternating between GNC Men's UltraNourish & 'Hair, Skin and Nails' vitamins . I can't say I've found a noticeable difference in using any one of these things, except that my nails grow much faster from Hair, Skin and Nails. If there is any difference in my hair growth speed, it seems nominal at best. In fact, I've made the decision that after my vitamin supplements run out, I'm not going to repurchase any. As far as the protein, I just recently my dosage to about 50 grams/day, so we'll if that does anything. I guess it can't hurt! :)
Ok...
Posted by FITMUS on October 31, 2003 at 15:05:47: Previous Next
In Reply to: I've... posted by FITMUS on October 31, 2003 at 15:03:59:
...I thought I'd try to get a bit fancy with the italics, but I obviously screwed that up. I was trying to just italicize the word "nails". Can someone tell me what I should have done? Thanks.