What can you eat after hair transplant surgery?

The relation between hair health and nutrition.

Hair health is directly linked to the body’s nutrients. When something goes wrong with your body, your hair will be affected first. So that the body’s primary reaction to a problem in the immune system, especially when a food deficiency occurs, can be hair loss.

Many scientific studies conducted by independent health institutions show that there is a serious relationship between vitamin and mineral deficiencies and malnutrition, and hair loss. In particular, people who are genetically prone to hair loss are affected very quickly and negatively in the event of insufficient nutrition: Hair loss or thinning, occurs dramatically in a short period of time, not in years.

The role of nutrition in your life after hair transplant.

Foods affect your body to the extent you can imagine it. In fact, a diet that is lacking in terms of fatty acids and various nutrients may prevent the formation of new hair, especially after hair transplant. 

After the hair transplant operation, the growth and development of the roots and the finalization of the hair take approximately 6 months. Adopting a healthy nutrition program in this process will accelerate the recovery and ensure a comfortable completion of this period. Not only after the operation but also to make healthy eating habits a part of life will allow hair follicles to grow and renew in a healthy life cycle.

After a hair transplant, you should not forget that when you take treatment for hair loss, it is essential that you remove the factors that cause this loss from your life.

What you should include in your diet after hair transplant.

Protein: Hair is composed of protein structurally. Therefore, to support the growth of new hair, you should take care to supplement your body with protein. Remember to make frequent use of protein sources such as chicken, fish, eggs, milk, cheese and raw nuts that contain a large number of amino acids.

Omega-3: Fatty acids have important functions in the body and are recommended to be taken into the body after many operations, including hair transplants, to contribute to the healing process. Mackerel, herring and salmon; flaxseed, walnut or avocado are rich in Omega-3.  

Vitamin: Vitamins are important supplements that are the source of many diets. After the operation, it is recommended that to be preferred foods rich in vitamins (especially vitamin B), brown rice, broccoli, spinach, grain pasta, black beans, lettuce, pepper, almond, and zucchini. 

It is also a good idea to take care of nutrients containing magnesium, zinc, calcium, and iron after hair transplant. These elements, which are very beneficial for human health, will strengthen the hair follicles and enable the transition to the growth phase in a short time.

Although you need to be detailer in the post-operative process, the choice of food is not as difficult as it seems. Vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, tomatoes, peppers and nuts such as walnuts, almonds and hazelnuts are very useful, easy to find and can be included in the daily diet effortlessly. In addition, you can adopt a program that is known as the Mediterranean Diet and focuses on fresh vegetables, fruits, olive oil, and white meat.

Things to avoid after hair transplant. 

Smoking: Although it is not considered a food supplement, we would like to remind you that you should stay away from all tobacco products, especially cigarettes, for at least 2 weeks after the operation.

Alcohol: Similar to smoking, it is highly recommended to avoid alcohol for at least 2 weeks in the postoperative period. Considering that alcohol-related deaths are among the top 3 of all losses, you should remember that alcohol will only harm your body after hair transplant.

Coffee: Drinking coffee very next day after the operation is not recommended. You can get detailed information from your doctor about how long you need to stay away from coffee.

Excessive fatty foods: Foods that contain too much-saturated fat are your enemies in the post-hair transplant period as in any period. Especially fast food-style foods cause cardiovascular diseases and obesity, should not be included in your diet during the recovery period. 

Processed foods: Many studies reveal that processed and packaged foods cause many diseases, including cancer. Packaged foods such as cake, cookie, margarine, chocolate, chips; sausage, bologna, and salami contain different kinds of chemicals and large amounts of salt, sugar and sweetening syrup are among the things that should be avoided in the post-operative period. It is best to avoid these foods for a lifetime.

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