HOW TO CONTROL HAIR LOSS?

 

HAIR LOSS CONTROL

In our modern age, people are no longer trapped by antiquated technologies of the past. We are, so to speak, at a precipice of technological breakthroughs almost every year. The development of new technologies extends well beyond industries hair loss treatments are progressing and re-developing at a fortuitous pace.

CONTROL YOUR STRESS

Since women are less prone to developing full-blown male-pattern baldness, many would be amenable to medication. If you don’t want to invest in a thousand dollar wig just yet, you may approach your general practitioner to ask what medicine you can take to slow down the hair fall.

If you’re suffering from undue stress and other potential sources of the increased hair fall, then your GP might recommend that you lead a less stressful life. You must remember that hair loss is actually an extreme response to stress. When you start losing your hair because of stress that means you have already reached your limit.

The human body has a very peculiar way of dealing with stress. Often, the body absorbs all the stress and re-channels it through the production of hormones and other affective chemicals in the body. Sometimes, the production of these chemicals becomes unchecked, causing undue psychological and physiological problems.

CONTROL YOUR DIET

It’s a known fact that a person’s diet has vicissitudes in just about every component related to the body’s functions. Your diet dictates what you’ll eventually look like, and it can tell doctors what kind of lifestyle you would have to deal with.

On a lighter note, a person’s diet can also affect the rate of hair growth and the relative strength of the hair follicles. A diet that lacks protein and mineral will invariably lead to increased hair loss in both men and women.

If a child is not receiving enough nutrients, skin, nails, teeth and hair are affected significantly. The growth of these would be stunted or retarded. The trick is not to eat more quantitatively, but to eat more qualitatively.

Stick to food that is rich in antioxidants and low in cholesterol and fat. If you wish to eat plenty of fruit, stick to fruits that are red and yellow in color. Food like cherry tomatoes and papayas has been known to contribute to the growth of skin and hair. In the end, these foods contribute to the general well-being of the person, more than anything.

GO FOR SURGERY TREATMENT

If you think you have had enough of the ‘mild’ approaches to hair loss treatment, then go to the other end of the spectrum. The other end of the spectrum requires somewhat invasive methods to address the problem of hair loss. Laser treatments, for instance, make use of controlled rays of laser to stimulate primordial cells in the scalp.

Surgery often entails re-structuring the scalp so that more hair would appear on the top or front portion of the scalp. Surgery is often expensive (the average surgeons charge over $10,000) but usually, the effect is at least semi-permanent, depending on the response of the body. Most surgeons make use of healthy hair-growing scalp and the scalp’s own regenerative capacities.

5 HERBAL HAIR LOSS TREATMENTS

 

HERBAL HAIR LOSS TREATMENT

Your “crowning glory”, or your hair, plays a huge role in your well-being. Aside from having health benefits such as protecting your scalp from the heat in warm weather and controlling heat loss in cold weather, it carries social functions. Society gives great importance on appearance, and hair is one of the first aspects of an individual that are noticed. Thus, having hair loss problems can result in a feeling of being unattractive and a low self-esteem.

People spend a lot of money on medications and commercial products, such as shampoos and scalp treatments, in an attempt to alleviate their condition. However, most have not yet tried alternative medicine as a solution to their problem. They have not realized that herbal remedies have several advantages over commercial ones: they are easy to procure, inexpensive, and safe since they are natural and have no side effects. Here are a few herbs that are believed to help reduce hair loss and aid in encouraging hair regrowth:

1. Aloe Vera

 

This has been used for centuries by Indian tribes in South America. They claim that aloe vera makes their hair thick and healthy. Rub some aloe vera gel into your hair and scalp every night. Aloe vera has an enzyme called superoxide dismutane. That, plus its ability to trigger the formation of nitric oxide, will stimulate hair growth in people who have male pattern baldness.

2. Green Tea

 

It is believed that drinking several cups of green tea a day or ingesting it in capsule form will reduce the risk of having male pattern baldness. The antioxidants called catechins that are found in green tea inhibit the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which is responsible for converting testosterone into the more potent DHT.

3. Red Pepper

 

Apply red pepper flesh directly to the scalp. This will serve as a skin irritant that will promote the release of histamine, which is a protein involved in allergic reactions. This will then stimulate the cells of the scalp, draw blood and hence nutrients to the scalp area, and promote hair regrowth.

4. Nettle Root

The root extract of Nettle plant is very helpful in combating hair loss. If none can be found, you can buy it in pill or capsule form. Nettle root contains lipids and minerals that will stimulate your hair follicles and thus encourage the regrowth of hair. You can take it alone, but it is more effective when used side-by-side with Saw Palmetto.

Get a few Saw Palmetto gel capsules and pierce them. Combine five drops of it with an equal amount of Nettle root extract. Combine them well and rub the mixture gently onto your scalp. Leave this on for an hour to let it absorb. Similar to Stinging Nettle, Saw Palmetto blocks the formation of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a form of testosterone that induces hair loss and prostate growth. Note that this treatment is not recommended for pregnant and nursing women.

5. Dong Quai

 

This is also known as Angelica. It can be found in traditional Chinese drugstores. This herb contains phytoestrogens that decreases the production of DHT. Dong Quai can also be used by women. If you combine Dong Quai with Nettle root then you will probably have a regimen that's stronger than most natural hair loss treatments on the market.

THE 8 VITAMINS FOR HAIR LOSS

VITAMINS AND HAIR LOSS

 

 

1. Biotin (Vitamin-H)

The most popular vitamin that aids in hair loss is biotin or vitamin H. Biotin is part of the B complex family and has been proven to prevent hair loss. Another benefit of biotin is that it prevents gray hairs. This vitamin is in milk, yeast and egg yolks.  

2. Iron

Lack of iron in the body not only causes to anemia, but it also contributes to hair loss. People who have iron deficiency and hair loss should increase their iron intake. This should make a significant change in hair growth.

3. Vitamin-B

We’ve seen it as ingredients of shampoos and conditions, the vitamin B complex family also aids in hair loss as it strengthens hair follicles - making it less prone to damage and hair loss. Eating food with vitamin B content will increase hair growth and reduce hair loss.

4. Zinc

An often taken for granted supplement, Zinc - which is abundant in red meat - can reverse any scalp problems once brought back in your diet. Another benefit of increased Zinc intake (for those who suffer Zinc deficiency), is it boosts your sex life. It has also been found by researchers to have that effect. So it guarantees not only beautiful hair but a wonderful time in bed.

5. Anti-Oxidants

Anti-oxidants, more popularly known as Vitamin A, C and E are commonly taken to have beautiful skin. But do you know that aside from giving you clear skin, it prevents hair loss and boosts further hair growth by flushing out the toxins in the body and boosting your immune system. Truly, these anti-oxidants are more than we think they are.

6. Vitamin-A

Though part of the anti-oxidants group, vitamin A - when taken excessively leads to hair loss and since it is non-water soluble, it can be fatal to certain consumers. So it is advisable to check-in with your dietician or nutritionist to know what is too much.
 

7. Protein

Commonly found in meat and poultry, Protein is yet another vital component of the hair. Actually, it composes 90% of the hair’s structure. Along with B complex vitamins, protein is also a common ingredient in shampoos, conditioners and hair treatments. It is also one of the thing that make hair strong and resistant against damage.

8. Pantothenic Acid

A mineral called Pantothenic Acid is vital to the health of the scalp. It is also one of the main component of the cells in the body and aids in the conversion of food to energy. Hair follicle starts to fall upon lack of this nutrient in our body – it also results in constipation and other ailments