Yes, we saved the best for last. Dark chocolate (with at least 70% cocoa) is actually one of the richest natural sources of magnesium out there. As per USDA, 1 serving of 28 pieces of dark chocolate offer 43 mg magnesium. Aside from making your taste buds happy, magnesium-rich dark chocolate improves blood flow to the scalp, strengthens follicles, and helps reduce cortisol (aka the stress hormone that loves messing with your hair).
Bonus: It’s also rich in iron and antioxidants. So your late-night chocolate fix? Totally justified (as long as you don’t go overboard, of course).
How to use: A couple of squares after dinner, grated into oats, or melted into a warm almond milk drink. Hair care has never tasted this good.
If your hair’s been feeling thin, brittle, or just blah, magnesium could be the missing link in your routine. It doesn’t get the same love as collagen or keratin, but trust us, your body needs it to actually process all those beauty nutrients you’re investing in.
The best part? You don’t need fancy supplements. Nature’s already done the heavy lifting. A few dietary tweaks (read: more chocolate, avocado, and pumpkin seeds, yes, please!) and you’ll be well on your way to healthier hair and a happier scalp.
So the next time you’re scrolling through hair growth hacks at 2 AM, remember: the magic might just be hiding in your kitchen.