The Japanese women's Secret...Seaweed for hair growth, shine, and luster!!!

[jenteel]

pinayprincess do u eat miso often?
the thing was when i went to the asian market the miso was way 2 large
i plan on making this 1ce or 2ce at the most a week
so i don't want the miso 2 spoil - i'm so finicky w/ food

i found an instant miso soup w/wakame seaweed ($2.29)
it incudes 3 packets of miso and 3 of wakame!
after i boiled the water
i just added extra dried seaweed and firm cooked tofu to the soup
along w/ soba noodles, cayenne and veggie broth powder for flavor
(when i have more time i will add carrots and celery)

 

[pinayprincess]

i eat it about 2-3 times a week, jen!
your recipe sounds good! id love to try it!
how do you like the seaweed?
did u enjoy the soup?

 

[jenteel]

it was good!
i will definitely be eating it a lot more
and that's coming from a non soup person
u guys gave some great suggestions on incorporating it into the diet

 

[fiasca]

I did eat the seaweed daily for two weeks, seaweed makes my hair grow !!!
This post is very informative! Thanks Pistachio

 

[pinayprincess]

just be mindful that large amoutns of vitamin A have been linked to hair loss.
so in the event that you're seeing more hair in the sink than usual, take a break for a few days! (i get pretty addicted!)

 

[morehairplease]

You mean all this Kim Bap I've been eating has been for a good reason? Schwing! I like the roasted laver and you can find this and raw seaweed at any Hanareum, Lotte, Happy Grand Mart, International Grand Mart, or Hyundai Foods. I'm sure many other asian groceries will carry this as well.

True about the desserts being less sugar based too, there is an awesome one called "Mochi" (I think) that is made from rice cake (soft chewy) and mung bean paste (slighty sweet and nutty), it's delicious, filling (1 or 2 pieces will do you), and you don't feel guilty at all after eating it.

If you have raw seaweed, you can toast it yourself in a pan with a bit of sesame oil. Toast the seaweed on both sides until it's a little crispy and has a shiny exterior. I know this barely explains it but it's something you have to do a few times and get the timing to how far "done" you like your laver. I only toast it about a minute on each side.

Check out another product called "Grain Mix" too. It's over 13 grains and legumes dried and prepackaged together. Pop it in the rice cooker for a side or base that has more than enough protein and fiber. I'll post a pic soon.

Asian markets are also gems for produce, charging MUCH less than Safeway or Giant for most of their fruits and vegetables. They also tend to have a better selection of seafood, nuts, grains, and teas. I've seen foot long aloe leaves for sale, fat and dripping with gel...I don't know if people eat it or use it in their hair.

hi gloomgeisha,

if it is not too much trouble can you post a picture of this? also, can you cook it without a rice cooker? If so, how?

thanks in advance,
tishee

 

[Harina]

i skimmed the thread, i was just wondering if it was alright to eat the seaweed sheets raw. my school has a sushi bar so i usually just snag a couple of sheets and store them for later.

 

[XXXtacy]

Anyone having success with miso and kelp?

Thinking about starting this during the holidays instead of overly rich foods.

 

[CurleeDST]

Very good information and update Anky. Primarily - our diet and exercise regimen determines how healthy our hair, skin and nails are - along with genetics.

Devil's advocate here... don't run to the seaweed yet.

Following how they eat is extremely more important than what they eat.

After staying in Japan for two weeks I noticed that their diet is a small part of the reason why their hair is long. Keep in mind that they do not eat as much sugar as we do. For instance, Japan's "Froot Loops" taste totally different from the American ones, as they have much less sugar content. Also many of their desserts are made straight from beans and rice: i.e., sweet bean breads. They also don't eat too much processed food. They eat out a lot, but the food that they eat is not the typical fast food: Misu soup, white rice, fatty meats and fish, pan seared stuff (instead of fried crap) at one sitting. They eat a lot.

They also get their beef from Australia because America puts too much crap in their meat-- steriods, hormones, milk fillers. Even the apple juice is different: comes straight from the apple-- not that crap in American Stores passing for apple juice.

Food out there is not something that you gorge on. They always present their food with flair (Eating is 90% visual, if the plate is pretty, chances are you'll enjoy it). Try eating at a table, without the TV on; make your plate a work of art.

I would change my whole mindset on what I eat before just running to eat what the Japanese eat.

Also, keep in mind that genetics and heredity plays the bigger role. AND they walk everywhere! Exercise helps in hair growth. Only rich people in Japan have cars so everyone walks... or runs to try to catch the subway

Thanks for reading my long ramble.

 

[CurleeDST]

I use aloe gel on my face. Scrape out the pulp, wash your face at night, apply the gel and DO NOT wash it off. It will soak into your skin. Go to sleep and the next day your skin will be soft and supple.

You mean all this Kim Bap I've been eating has been for a good reason? Schwing! I like the roasted laver and you can find this and raw seaweed at any Hanareum, Lotte, Happy Grand Mart, International Grand Mart, or Hyundai Foods. I'm sure many other asian groceries will carry this as well.

True about the desserts being less sugar based too, there is an awesome one called "Mochi" (I think) that is made from rice cake (soft chewy) and mung bean paste (slighty sweet and nutty), it's delicious, filling (1 or 2 pieces will do you), and you don't feel guilty at all after eating it.

If you have raw seaweed, you can toast it yourself in a pan with a bit of sesame oil. Toast the seaweed on both sides until it's a little crispy and has a shiny exterior. I know this barely explains it but it's something you have to do a few times and get the timing to how far "done" you like your laver. I only toast it about a minute on each side.

Check out another product called "Grain Mix" too. It's over 13 grains and legumes dried and prepackaged together. Pop it in the rice cooker for a side or base that has more than enough protein and fiber. I'll post a pic soon.

Asian markets are also gems for produce, charging MUCH less than Safeway or Giant for most of their fruits and vegetables. They also tend to have a better selection of seafood, nuts, grains, and teas. I've seen foot long aloe leaves for sale, fat and dripping with gel...I don't know if people eat it or use it in their hair.

 

[CurleeDST]

Yeah I took one bottle's worth and saw nothing worth writing home about so I stopped.

I have been taking Phyto Phtophanere vitamins for about a year now and they are overpriced for the results you get. I didn't get any growth from them, but my nails were a lot healthier.

I read the ingredients and seaweed is not mentioned anywhere. However, it does contain soybean oil, wheat germ oil, bran oil and brewers yeast, which are all said to be good for the hair, skin and nails.

Again, not worth $45.00.

 

[CurleeDST]

Forget growing the hair, miso soup just sounds delicious. LOL How do you make it?

yeah that kind is called "arame". I eat it in my miso soup.

 

[pistachio]

i skimmed the thread, i was just wondering if it was alright to eat the seaweed sheets raw. my school has a sushi bar so i usually just snag a couple of sheets and store them for later.

yeah it should work, but you'd have to eat AT LEAST 8-16 sheets a day to get the results because they're kinda thin.

 

[CurleeDST]

Is this a pic of the miso cup everyone is talking about?

 

[pistachio]

Is this a pic of the miso cup everyone is talking about?

That's it!

 

[Wishin4BSL]

I was just thinking about this thread and it just hit me! One of my close friends was brought up in Japan up until she was 16 and she's always had long hair and gorgeous skin and she's super tiny. I wonder if it had anything to do with her diet? She still eats the same way she did when she was there. She only shops at the Asian market for her food.

 

[MonaRae]

I was just thinking about this thread and it just hit me! One of my close friends was brought up in Japan up until she was 16 and she's always had long hair and gorgeous skin and she's super tiny. I wonder if it had anything to do with her diet? She still eats the same way she did when she was there. She only shops at the Asian market for her food.

Wishin4BSL could you please ask you friend for some good tips?

Thanks in Advance!
MonaRae

 

[CurleeDST]

Ladies, I was at a birthday party yesterday and in walks this woman with nearly waist length, shiny, straight black hair. She was dark-skinned and from Antigua. She was gorgeous! She was also slight slim. My girl told me she exercises regularly and eats lots of fruits, veggies and healthy foods. No junk food or sodas for her.

Don't sleep on just a healthy diet and all it can do for you and your appearance whether it be seaweed or organic fruits and veggies.

 

[Wishin4BSL]

Wishin4BSL could you please ask you friend for some good tips?

Thanks in Advance!
MonaRae

I'm not sure about her diet, but I know she relaxes every three to four months and only dusts. She washes and flat irons only for relaxers (but I don't recommend that washing thing). I'll try to find out the rest about her diet tomorrow.

 

[iCandey]

thanks for posting, I went to buy seaweed last night and didnt know there were so many types. Also seaweed salad is expensive...does 30 dollars a bag sound right?

Anyway I have been taking these vitamins and I did notice a spurt.... its called Wachters and I use their hair vitamins and the regular sea vegetation ones... this thread made me think of it bc I believe it has seaweed also...when I have enought evidence to conclude the vitamins work I will post. I am going natural soon so ready to grow my hair really fast.

 

[tsiporah]

Seaweed is quite delicious and can be prepared many different ways. I actually get CRAVINGS for some!!! I don't eat it daily, but I do have a bowl at least a few times a month from my local Thai eatery that makes a great seaweed salad. Just thinking about it makes me want to hit the Super 88 Asian market (awesome store, BTW) on the way home!

I get craving for the Nori spicy strips. I ate a whole bag in one sitting.

 

[star]

Komba, nori, and arame seem to be top ones for hair growth. The Komba had 775% Iodine per serving, the nori 70%, and arame 100%+ of iodine per serving. I remember my hair having a three inch growth spurt in two months time a couple of years ago, and I remember that back then i ate the SAME thing for dinner each night: a bowl of miso soup, salmon, rice, and seaweed added to the miso. I even snacked on seaweed throughout the day. I'm taking this up again, to see what happens...

Who's with me??!!

This is the main ingredient in Joico Moisture Recovery line made mainly for our hair. Thanks for sharing!!!

 

[MiWay]

I've been eating Kikkoman Miso Soup? Is the organic one better?

 

[pistachio]

I've been eating Kikkoman Miso Soup? Is the organic one better?

I don't know it to be any better personally. The kikkoman one is my staple since it's cheaper.

 

[carletta]

I found this on another forum and was thinking about trying to make some next year.

" Sea Kelp is fab used it on my hair and scalp and on my mum who is havig chemo for breast cancer,,, her hair is growing back,,, for her i mixed it in with some niacin and vit c and applied it to her scalp,, fab stuff i use it as a night time treatment on my hair and scalp never had my hair growing so fast and the colour seems even more vibrant and its just amazing"

I agree. I went and bought kelp supplements just to see if there would be any change, and to my suprise they WORKED !!! I never have to much of a growth sprt during the winter months, but after incorp. this to what I'm now taking my hair took off growing and still is

 

[morehairplease]

I agree. I went and bought kelp supplements just to see if there would be any change, and to my suprise they WORKED !!! I never have to much of a growth sprt during the winter months, but after incorp. this to what I'm now taking my hair took off growing and still is

carletta do you mind posting the brand name for me please?

thanks in advance
tishee

 

[gn1g]

this site is a one-stop-shop wealth of information.

 

[InnerSoul]

Devil's advocate here... don't run to the seaweed yet.

Following how they eat is extremely more important than what they eat.

After staying in Japan for two weeks I noticed that their diet is a small part of the reason why their hair is long. Keep in mind that they do not eat as much sugar as we do. For instance, Japan's "Froot Loops" taste totally different from the American ones, as they have much less sugar content. Also many of their desserts are made straight from beans and rice: i.e., sweet bean breads. They also don't eat too much processed food. They eat out a lot, but the food that they eat is not the typical fast food: Misu soup, white rice, fatty meats and fish, pan seared stuff (instead of fried crap) at one sitting. They eat a lot.

They also get their beef from Australia because America puts too much crap in their meat-- steriods, hormones, milk fillers. Even the apple juice is different: comes straight from the apple-- not that crap in American Stores passing for apple juice.

Food out there is not something that you gorge on. They always present their food with flair (Eating is 90% visual, if the plate is pretty, chances are you'll enjoy it). Try eating at a table, without the TV on; make your plate a work of art.

I would change my whole mindset on what I eat before just running to eat what the Japanese eat.

Also, keep in mind that genetics and heredity plays the bigger role. AND they walk everywhere! Exercise helps in hair growth. Only rich people in Japan have cars so everyone walks... or runs to try to catch the subway

Thanks for reading my long ramble.

your long ramble was quite helpful and made much sense to me...IMO

 

[morehairplease]

pistachio thanks so so much! how long do you let it bake for? Also, with each marinade how much should I use of it? I plan on cooking 4 salmon filets at a time, 3 for dinner and the other for lunch the next day. Also, with you brown rice do you add anything to it? My family likes white rice, but I am trying to move us away from white to brown.

again thanks so much pistachio.

tishee

bumping this for pistachio

 

[Blossssom]

Also, keep in mind that genetics and heredity plays the bigger role. AND they walk everywhere! Exercise helps in hair growth. Only rich people in Japan have cars so everyone walks... or runs to try to catch the subway

Thanks for reading my long ramble.

I agree with this, Anky. I don't think it matters how much MTG you use topically or internally; no number of vitamins regardless of how you mix them up is going to make your hair grow faster.

This is drilled over at the white people's hair board I visit and it's all about nature. Seemingly, white women/black women are obsessed with hair growth whereas Asians and Latinos just "have it like that".

When I go to visit my mother whose neighborhood is almost 75% Latino, the female population all have long, thick hair and I know they are not MSM'ing, MTG'ing and no other 'ingin'.

They just got it like that.