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EATBETTER
“Incorporate good fats and quality proteins,
and minimise simple sugars and starches,”
says Day. Avoid extreme calorie restrictions.
“Your body likes balance, so dramatically
altering your diet impacts your hair.” Also
consider taking a collagen supplement.- Natural Marine Collagen in Blueberry
and Original, $59.95 each for 30 sachets,
VIDA GLOW, ausnz.vidaglow.com
STYLE SMARTER
To reduce the negative effects of heat styling,
use a protectant which creates a force field-
like layer on your hair, before blow-drying.- Perfect Defense, $67.95,
MOROCCANOIL, moroccanoil.com/au
TAKE TIME FOR TLC
Give strands a break from rigorous styling
with weekly masks. “A five- to seven-minute
mask will revitalise your hair,” says
Moroccanoil celebrity hairstylist Bryce
Scarlett, who recommends using a product
with proteins to restore elasticity.- Honey & Apricot Moisture Mask,
$19.99,HAIR RECIPE, priceline.com.au - The Quick Fix Circle Mask, The
Spotlight Circle Mask, The Renaissance
Circle Mask, $17.95 each, DAVINES,
salonstyle.com.au
DO A WELLNESS CHECK
Some shedding is normal, but if your
hairbrush is looking a little too full, visit a GP.
Thyroid problems and anaemia can impact
hair quality and density. Anxiety may also
result in excess shedding.3.4.5.6.EASY STRATEGIES TO GET HEALTHY
AND BOOST YOUR ENERGY“You’re not going to look your best until you feel your best,” says Naomi
Whittel, a nutritional wellness expert and author of Glow 15. Here, we
break down some diet guidelines, starting with New York integrative
medicine expert Dr Frank Lipman’s golden rule: “The closer you keep to
nature, the better.”FIRST, PROBIOTICS
Everyone can benefit from a daily probiotic supplement. “Look for one
that has a least 20 billion CFU (colony-forming units),” says Lipman. “The
two with the most research supporting them are lactobacillus and
bifidobacteria.” Nutritionist Kimberly Snyder recommends taking
probiotics first thing in the morning with hot water and lemon.- Inner Balance Probiotic 35 Billion, $39.99, SWISSE, swisse.com
RETHINK BREAKFAST
Even if you’re famished when your alarm goes off, don’t force yourself
to eat straight away — a mini “fast” between dinner and breakfast is
actually a good thing, but it’s important to listen to hunger cues as
waiting too long could result in a lunchtime binge. Love breakfast?
Keep it healthy by avoiding anything heavy, like bacon and sausages,Follow the
feel-good diet
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