Men Shaving Body Hair - Is that OK?
by Paolo Basauri
Male body shaving is everywhere nowadays, the latest trends in men's grooming are making this subject more and more popular each passing day, but...is it the best thing to do? I know you may be eager to get rid of unwanted body hair, but shaving in fact can be the worse method to apply.
Quick fact: Shaving hurts your skin.
Yes, believe it because it is true. Did you think that passing a blade over your surface's skin didn't do any damage to it? Shaving does an amount of damage to your skin that is treated by using aftershave and moisturizers. Your face suffers that also by the way, that is why it is so important to shave using good technique. So, after shaving your body, you'll need plenty of revitalizers and of course a moisturizers to help your skin recover.
Then comes the itching, that terrible itching you get after saving. Why does it happen? Well when you shave you are just cutting the hair, that hair grows out of the skin instantly and it is pointy because you've just cut it. This makes the hair growth an annoying and frustrating thing that I really don't wish to anyone. But still, with these two inconvenient, body shaving is a common practice - even wrongly recommended practice among men, and the preferred beginner's method.
You may be wondering why, and the answer is quite simple: shaving is very cheap, and it is something you can try in the privacy of your home. These are powerful reasons if you ask me. The first one is quite obvious if we compare it to the high costs of other treatments like laser hair removal, or electrolysis, and the second is also important because men like to feel manly. If they go to a spa, they may feel uncomfortable.
Of course, everything is changing and we are seeing more and more men going to spas. I'd recommend you too! There are better ways to get rid of that unwanted hair hat not only works best, but also delays the re-growth of hair on your body.
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Top Nutritional Tips To Support Healthy Hair Growth
1. Eat adequate amounts of protein.
Protein is composed of the amino acids essential for the building of new cells, including hair. Five amino acids are of particular relevance to hair growth - cystine, cysteine, methionine, arginine and lysine.
Inadequate protein intake over a lengthy period can force hair into the resting phase with shedding a few months later. It is obvious then that sufficient portions of protein rich foods should form part of your daily diet. The best sources of dietary protein are lean meats, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products, soy, nuts, grains and seeds. At least 15% of your daily calories should come from protein-rich foods.
2. Eat adequate amounts of useful carbohydrates.
Carbs are an essential source of energy and help in the growth of body tissues, including hair. They are an important source of the B vitamins that are vital to healthy hair.
It is important that you concentrate on consuming non-refined carbs rather than the sugars and white flour that are so prevalent in many over-refined carb products. You should place an emphasis on consuming vegetables, fruits, whole grains, brown rice and potatoes. It is recommended that you obtain 55-60% of your daily calories from the carbohydrates found in these foods.
3. Achieve a healthy balance of dietary fats.
Fat is used in energy production and can be found in both animal and plant foods. Your body needs sufficient levels of fat to maintain good health. That fat should be obtained from a mixture of lean animal and plant sources. Roughly 25-30% of your daily calories should come from these sources.
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- Eat a variety of foods.
- Apply moderation to your consumption of junk foods.
- Choose natural and lightly processed foods as often as possible.
- Do not over cook.
5. Support a nutritious diet with a few carefully chosen supplements.
Following a nutritious diet is essential for good hair health, but on its own this may not be sufficient for a number of reasons:
- Modern farming methods may deplete the nutrient quality of food.
- High stress levels may diminish nutrients in your body.
- Dieting may affect nutrient levels.
- Aging reduces the ability of our bodies to utilize certain nutrients.
- Exercise can deplete some nutrients.
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