While genetics and age are two factors you can’t control when it comes to developing grey hair, you can prevent vitamin deficiencies that contribute to greying hair.
Medical researchers noted how being deficient in vitamin D3, vitamin B12, copper, zinc and calcium are connected to greying hair.
The 2018 review found that the colour of the strands in premature greying could return if nutritional deficiencies were corrected.
While greying of the hair can not be completely prevented, by eating right, you can minimise the risk of further greying at an accelerated rate.
With older age, however, greying is inevitable – although, the rate at which you go grey is greatly impacted by your lifestyle and genetics.
By eating a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables, remembering that variety is key – as well as consistency – can nourish the body from the inside out.
This means nutrients can also go towards the growth of new, healthy hair strands.
Any detractions from a nutritious diet will have an impact on the body, which could contribute to oxidative stress.
A history of smoking has also been associated with premature greying, according to one 2018 study.
As for stress contributing to the development of greying hair, there has been conflicting evidence.
People who would rather not embrace silvery white strands can visit the hairdressers or barbers to have their roots dyed a different colour.
Dying hair is an ongoing process so upkeep will be needed, which may be costly and timely. Others may choose to wear their silvery white locks with pride.
