Tearing your hair out over hair loss? Discover which foods can help - What you eat and drink can dramatically reduce hair loss.

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Apple Cider Vinegar - Apple cider vinegar helps aid the digestion of protein, making it easier for the body to absorb. It can be applied directly onto your hair or consumed, as both forms help prevent hair loss.

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Watercress - Greenery is a great source of MSM, a bio available form of sulphur. This mineral is necessary for the production of keratin. Watercress is also anti-inflammatory which helps prevent dandruff.

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Strawberries - Fruit contains flavonoids and vitamin C, substances which activate the micro circulation in scalp. The result: hair grows more rapidly and is less susceptible to falling off, breaking and dryness.

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Oranges - Orange pith contains pectin and fibers. These help rid your body of toxins, which in excess can contribute to greasiness and dandruff.

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Soya - This is also a great source of protein, a nutrient which makes up 97% of your hair. If your body doesn't have enough protein then it can't grow more hair to replace lost strands.

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Oats - Grains contain silicon, a mineral which helps the production of keratin, the protein which forms hair. Oats are also a source of vitamin B and zinc.

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Carrots - Carrots provide beta-carotene and vitamin A to the body. The first is an antioxidant which helps prevent hair loss and vitamin A boosts a healthy scalp, keeping cells well nourished.

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Sweet Potato - Sweet potato is an excellent source of beta-carotene, an antioxidant which the body transforms into vitamin A and which is used in virtually all the cells in the body, including in hair.

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Low-fat Yogurt - As well as amino acids which strengthen capillary fiber, yogurt also contains vitamin B complex. They optimize the build up of keratin in hair, leaving strands stronger and more resistant.

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Lentils - Lentils are one of the best sources of vegetable proteins available. This super pulse also contains iron, zinc and biotin, which all help prevent hair loss.

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Salmon - As well as being very high quality protein, fish also contains lots of the oily acid omega 3 and selenium. Together, they combat inflammation, protect the scalp from UV rays and improve the circulation of nutrients in the hair roots.

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Brazil Nuts - These nuts deserve a space in your diet as they are a great source of zinc: a lack of this mineral can leave your hair limp, lifeless and brittle.

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Alfalfa Sprouts - Alfalfa sprouts are an excellent source of silicon, B6, B1, vitamin C and vitamin E. They are also rich in protein, zinc, calcium and iron.

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Avocado - Avocados have various benefits for your hair, including vitamin B complex, vitamin E, beta-carotene, copper, vitamin C and healthy fats.

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Eggs - Eggs are the perfect source of protein, containing the ideal combination of amino acids essential for your health. They are also full of important minerals like zinc, selenium, iron and sulphur.

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Beans - Proteins are essential for healthy hair and beans are a great source of lean protein. They also provide lots of biotin, iron and zinc.

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Spinach - The iron in spinach boosts the production of red blood cells and nourishes hair follicles, leaving hair stronger.

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Nuts - Nuts contain copper, which is critical to keeping your natural hair color and your strands shiny. They are also a source of magnesium which strengthens hair follicles and nourishes the scalp.

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Milk and Derivatives - Rich in calcium, these nutritious food types should be consumed frequently as they prevent hair from becoming dull and brittle.

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Sea Food - These foods are rich in magnesium, essential to the production of proteins which strengthen the hair and scalp.

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Rosemary - The application of rosemary to the scalp improves blood circulation and helps prevent hair loss.

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