Eat a high-protein diet.

A diet rich in protein is one of the best ways to ensure that your hair stays healthy and shiny. Foods like meat, fish, eggs and other dairy products are all excellent sources of protein. If you’re not a huge meat or fish fan then nuts and beans can be good alternatives as well as pulses such as lentils and chickpeas. Protein is essential for building muscle so it’s wise to include some form of protein in each meal if you want stronger hair follicles which will make them less likely to become gray.

If you don’t get enough protein from your diet then your body will try to compensate by breaking down its own reserves which means that there’s less energy available for repairing damaged cells including those responsible for producing pigment (melanin). Without this precious resource your hair follicles won’t produce melanin effectively leading to dry brittle strands with no color – exactly what we’re trying avoid!

Talk to your doctor about B-12.

B-12 is an essential nutrient that helps with the production of red blood cells. If you’re deficient in B-12, your body may not be able to maintain a healthy level of hemoglobin—a protein found in red blood cells that helps transport oxygen throughout the body.

Vitamin B-12 deficiency can cause symptoms like fatigue or weakness, soreness in your mouth and tongue, paralysis or numbness in your limbs, trouble walking and speaking clearly

Drink more water.

In addition to the other things you can do to make your hair look healthier, drinking plenty of water is a must. Drinking at least eight glasses of water every day will help your body stay hydrated, which will lead to a healthier overall appearance and less frizziness in your hair. Water also helps with blood circulation and nutrient absorption, so if you are still dealing with the effects of anemia or not getting enough iron from your diet, this could be an even more important step for you!

In general though: drink more water! It’s good for you in so many ways—you’ll feel better and look better too.

Add some ash to your hair color.

• The next time you’re at the salon, ask for ash hair color.
• Ash is a natural color that covers gray hairs. It comes in different shades and can be used on many different types of hair textures to cover gray hair.
• If you have dark brown or black hair, ash will help you blend your roots so they look natural and not like they were dyed by a toddler who was playing with markers on their first day of kindergarten art class!
• Another great benefit to using ash is that it’s easy to apply—just make sure to follow the instructions on the packaging carefully so you don’t get any stains on your clothes or furniture!

Use the right hair-care products.

Some of the best ways to get rid of stubborn gray hair is by using the right products. The most effective natural and healthy products for this include:

• Sulfate-free shampoo. Hair care products with sulfates can strip your hair color and cause it to fade faster. If you want to keep your color looking vibrant, avoid these types of shampoos and opt for ones that are sulfate-free.
• Conditioner. New research has found that only one in four women use a conditioner after they wash their hair, which means they could be missing out on some major benefits! Using a good quality conditioner on a regular basis will help keep your hair soft, smooth and shiny—and it can also reduce frizziness too! Since gray hairs tend to be coarser than their colored counterparts, using a deep conditioning treatment once or twice per week will help keep them looking healthy while making them easier to manage at home too!

Quit smoking.

Smoking cigarettes can cause several serious health problems, including premature graying. In addition to this, smoking is linked to several other health issues such as wrinkles and bad breath. Smokers are also at a greater risk of developing lung cancer, emphysema (a chronic disease affecting the lungs), heart disease and strokes.

Smoking has been shown to accelerate hair loss in smokers by about 20% compared with non-smokers. It also contributes to wrinkling of the skin because nicotine constricts blood vessels, reducing blood flow and delivery of oxygen throughout your body including your scalp where new hair growth occurs. This results in weaker follicles that are prone to breakage due to daily activities such as brushing or blow drying your hair which causes further damage by pulling on these weakened follicles when you brush or style it daily!

Hair coloring and highlighting is an easy way to hide gray hairs.

Hair color and highlighting are an easy way to hide gray hairs. If you’re looking for a quick fix, this is it. It’s not as permanent as some of the other options on this list, but it’s also less expensive and less time-consuming than going back in your chair every time a new gray hair pops up (which can happen often).

It’s important not to use harsh chemicals when coloring your hair though. Hair dye will not get rid of gray hair, so don’t waste your money! If you’re using a box color or semi-permanent dye, keep in mind that these tend to be more damaging than professional salon dyes because they contain harsher chemicals like ammonia or peroxide. The higher the number in front of ‘Permanent’ on any box label means that there is a greater chance for damage from those harsh ingredients being applied directly onto your scalp (and into your bloodstream).

Highlight your hair with henna.

Henna is a natural hair dye that’s been used for centuries. The henna plant grows wild in many parts of the world, including Africa, India and Pakistan. The leaves of this plant contain a reddish-orange pigment called lawsone that can be mixed with lemon juice and water to create a paste or powder form. It can be applied at home or by a professional stylist who will make sure that you’re safe while using it. Henna stains the hair and helps cover gray hairs by depositing its pigments onto your strands in place of those dull whites you’ve been seeing so much lately!

Invest in an at-home gray coverage product or powder.

An at-home gray coverage product or powder is a temporary fix that can be used to cover up those pesky grays between salon appointments. It works best on colored (rather than naturally brown) hair, and the color lasts about three weeks. If you’re looking for something more long-lasting, try the next method on our list.

To apply: Separate your hair into sections and then brush each section before applying product from roots to ends in sections with a comb or fine toothbrush. Once you’ve applied all of your chosen shade, use a dryer to set it into place—this will help keep any loose hairs down so they don’t show through when you go out in public!

To choose the right color: Matching your own natural hue is important; otherwise, no one will know what’s underneath! If you have medium brown locks with light gold highlights throughout its length (like we do!), try matching those highlights by choosing an ash brown shade with blonde highlights instead—that way no one will even realize that you’re trying to cover up gray strands in their midst!

Eating healthy, drinking water, and using natural products will help with gray hairs

There are many natural remedies for gray hair. One of the most effective is eating a healthy diet and drinking lots of water. It also helps to avoid unhealthy foods, such as sweets, fried foods, and processed meats. Some people supplement their diet with vitamins and minerals, but this can be expensive.

Try not to smoke or drink too much alcohol if you have gray hairs; both activities have been linked with premature graying in men. Stress isn’t good for your health anyway—and it’s particularly hard on your body when you’re going through menopause! If you’re under stress from lack of sleep or other factors that could be making your body release hormones that contribute to premature graying (like thyroid disease), try sleeping more (try sleeping in complete darkness) or going for a walk outside during daylight hours instead of sitting at home watching TV all day!

Use henna on your head every day: it will help keep bitterness away while promoting good health through its antioxidants (antioxidants fight free radical damage). You can also use hair dye or powder in conjunction with henna applications; these products may cost slightly less than professional salon treatments but are just as effective at keeping away gray hairs from growing back along their roots after being removed by laser surgery etcetera..