Can chicken liver treat gray hair?
Aug 19, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yu Yongchao
Introduction
In general, chicken liver does not have a direct therapeutic effect on gray hair. When consuming chicken liver, ensure it is thoroughly cooked to avoid raw or undercooked consumption, which may lead to bacterial infection. The amount consumed each time should not be excessive; 1-2 times per week, with approximately 50 grams per serving, is sufficient. Excessive intake may result in excessive vitamin A consumption. Patients with hypercholesterolemia should consume chicken liver cautiously to avoid adverse effects on blood lipid levels.
In general, chicken liver does not have a direct therapeutic effect on gray hair. Detailed analysis is as follows:
Gray hair is associated with multiple factors such as heredity, aging, mental stress, and nutritional deficiencies. The main cause is the decline or reduction of melanocyte function in hair follicles. Chicken liver contains rich nutrients, such as iron, vitamin A, and B vitamins. Although these components help maintain normal physiological functions of the body, they cannot directly act on melanocytes in hair follicles nor reverse or prevent the decline of melanocyte function. Therefore, it is difficult to directly treat gray hair. Even with supplementation of these nutrients, they can only help maintain overall nutritional balance to a certain extent and cannot specifically address the issue of gray hair.
When consuming chicken liver, it should be thoroughly cooked to avoid raw or undercooked consumption, which may lead to bacterial infection. The amount consumed at each meal should not be excessive—about 50 grams once or twice per week is sufficient. Excessive intake may lead to excessive vitamin A consumption. Patients with hypercholesterolemia should eat chicken liver cautiously to avoid affecting blood lipid levels. If gastrointestinal discomfort or allergic reactions occur after consumption, stop eating it and monitor your physical condition.
