Hair health is rarely about one miracle ingredient.

In foundational medicine, we look deeper. Hair fall, dullness, weak roots, poor texture, and brittle nails can often reflect what is happening internally.

Our approach has always been rooted in going back to real food, traditional wisdom, and sustainable habits instead of chasing quick fixes.

Long before “biotin” became a marketing trend, our grandmothers were already using ingredients like sesame seeds, makhana, nuts, ghee, dates, and seeds in everyday recipes to nourish the body deeply.

This recipe brings together healthy fats, minerals, fiber, plant protein, omega-3, and naturally biotin-supportive ingredients in a way that is easy, grounding, and sustainable for everyday life.

Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal planning analyst)

Homemade Biotin Laddus for Thick Hair

If you're struggling with hair fall, your kitchen may hold more answers than your shampoo bottle. Packed with healthy fats, omega-3s, plant protein, minerals, fibre, and ingredients that naturally support biotin production, these homemade laddus help nourish your scalp and hair roots from the inside out.

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Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Course: Snack

Calories: 110

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 tbsp Sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp Flaxseeds (unroasted, coarsely ground)
• 1 tbsp Pumpkin seeds
• 1 tbsp Sunflower seeds
• 1 cup Makhana (lightly roasted & crushed)
• 6–8 Almonds (soaked and pat dried)
• Walnuts
• 1 tbsp Cacao powder
• 1 tbsp Coconut flakes
• 4–5 Dates or 2 tbsp Jaggery
• 1–2 tsp Ghee

Method

 

1. Soak sesame, pumpkin, and sunflower seeds for 4–6 hours or overnight. Drain well and pat dry completely before lightly roasting. (Do not soak or roast flaxseeds.)
2. Lightly roast the soaked and dried seeds along with makhana.
3. Grind seeds + nuts + makhana coarsely.
4. Add dates/jaggery and blend again.
5. Add cacao and coconut flakes.
6. Add ghee and mix well.
7. Shape into small bite-sized balls.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gFiber: 3g

Notes

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Benefits:

• Supports biotin production naturally
• Strengthens roots & reduces hair fall
• Provides omega-3 and healthy fats
• Improves hair texture and shine

Tips:

• Grind flaxseeds for better absorption
• Adjust ghee for binding
• Store in an airtight container (5–7 days

Replacements:

• Dates → figs / raisins
• Almonds → cashews
• Ghee → coconut oil

Disclaimer: Please consult your healthcare provider before introducing any new food item, especially if you have medical conditions or food allergies. Avoid ingredients that may trigger allergic reactions. 

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