38 Hair Loss Preventing Meal Recipes: Start Eating Foods Rich in Hair Growing Vitamins and Minerals to Prevent Losing Your Hair By Joe Correa CSN Hair loss and balding affects millions of men and women each year. One of the most common causes of hair loss, in both men and women, is malnutrition. The physical symptoms of hair loss can be traumatic, however the psychological impact is even more severe. By increasing the intake of protein and iron, two of the most essential hair nutrients, and combining them with other essential nutrients hair loss can be reduced. By simply changing a diet and increasing the intake of Vitamins A, B, E, and K in addition to minerals selenium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and niacin; you can have healthy hair. From promoting new growth to maintaining shine and body, these recipes are a guide for a new healthy lifestyle.