Natural Hair Loss Prevention and Treatment
May 17th, 2010 | 
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The hair, although it is thought of as dead, is a good indicator of general health and it is the first indicator that shows signs of ill health or lack of essential vitamins and minerals within the body. Oily hair can be a sign of vitamin B deficiency, brittle or dry hair can be an indicator of essential fats deficiency, dull hair color and poor growth can be signs of zinc deficiency and hair loss can be an indicator of lack of vitamin C, vitamin B1, iron and lysine. Grey hair comes with age and has no link to body health or nutrition and in most cases nutrition cannot be used to reverse it.
Although certain types of medicine are known to slow down the process of hair loss and even help with some form of hair re-growth, experts say that natural hair loss treatment can yield some of the best benefits for anyone concerned about the health of their hair.
Most people choose to treat their hair loss with medications or surgery, such as Minoxidil, Rogaine or a hair transplant. What these people fail to realize is that medication and surgery are costly and may carry some harmful side effects and risks. The safest and most cost effective form of hair loss therapy is natural hair loss treatment, which includes healthy dieting, herbal remedies, exercise and proper hair care techniques.
A fundamental principal in natural hair loss treatment is that the same foods that are good for your health are good for your hair. Hair loss can be caused by several factors, but lack of proper nutrition plays a vital role for most people. Foods that are high in protein, low in carbohydrates, and have reduced fat content can help in maintaining healthier hair and preventing hair loss. For example, essential fatty acids, found in spinach, walnuts, soy, tuna, sardines, sunflower seeds and canola oil, are important dietary essentials useful in keeping hair healthy. The omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids contain anti-inflammatory properties that are useful in maintaining healthy hair. Insufficient levels of these essential fatty acids could lead to quicker hair loss.
To avoid hair loss and have good healthy hair, a good nutritional diet is needed. This diet needs to be rich in organic whole foods such as fruit, vegetables, whole grains, poultry, fish, eggs, beans, nuts and seeds which are a rich source of vital nutrients needed for healthy hair roots and the protein keratin. Try not to skip meals, reduce salt, sugar, tea, coffee and chocolate intake, avoid stress, comb your hair gently and avoid using strong chemicals on your hair such as perms and color treatments. Vegetarians are prone to hair loss because their diet generally lacks the important nutrients, vitamin B12, iron and lysine. Vegetarians need to be aware of this and supplement their diet.
Besides taking the right diet pattern, several natural herbs are known to be very good in the prevention and treatment of hair loss. These herbs in most cases are safe; without harmful side effects and also cost effective. Among such herbs include nettles, usually taken in the form of Nettle Root Extract, which has been shown to be effective in preventing and treating hair loss. Nettles are rich in vitamins A and C that are beneficial in inhibiting DHT production and promoting hair growth as a natural hair loss treatment. Other traditional herbs that are useful as natural hair loss treatments are green tea, liquorice extract, horsetail, ginger, psoralea seeds, apple cider vinegar, rosemary and sage tea.
One important herb making the rounds in medical cycles is Saw Palmetto. Although most studies of Saw Palmetto have been for the treatment of prostatic disease, more recent studies have been conducted on its effectiveness in treating hair loss. The herb has been found to work in fighting benign prostatic disease by lowering levels of DHT, which is a known cause of androgenic alopecia, the medical term for male or female pattern hair loss. While there are no clinical trials supporting this herb’s usefulness as a natural hair loss treatment, there is some reliable research proving that it can slow down androgen activity within the hair follicle.
The following supplements may help if you are suffering from hair loss.
B complex
Evening primrose oil
Fish oil
Kelp
Lysine
Multivitamins and multiminerals
Vitamin C
Hair loss is a common occurrence in almost everyone, though more pronounced in some people. If you are battling with this condition it would be wise to find treatment in your day to day items instead of spending a fortune on medical remedies that come with tons of side effects. Natural remedies are always safe, reliable and very cost effective, all you need is the right knowledge.
By: Michael Russell
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May 17th, 2010 7:02 pm
Great blog and great articles. I love the way you are describing the solutions and you articles are easy to read.
Mark
May 18th, 2010 9:25 pm
Interesting facts. I will forward these to my bald uncles. Thanks.
May 19th, 2010 6:09 am
Great post Michael. I found it very interesting and educational. I’ve never thought about hair lose due to ill health, but thanks for the eye opener.
May 19th, 2010 12:54 pm
yes, the food that we eat also contributes a lot in reducing the hair loss.
May 19th, 2010 9:39 pm
wow i had no idea diet played such a huge part, i thought it was just down to stress and genes. great post.
May 20th, 2010 5:35 am
How do you treat your hair is also can contribute to hair loss.
What the different between me in my wife is she using a shampoo everyday. But i am not.
My hair grow longer every month, but she not…She is now using a product to get back her hair more thicker.
May 20th, 2010 8:28 pm
You really have to treat your hair with respect. I like to keep it really short(I’m a guy) and wash it only with herbal shampoos. I think all the stuff they put in regular shampoos nowadays can sometimes contribute to hair loss.
May 21st, 2010 5:33 am
Here is one tip that I can give which might prevent hair loss. Never take shower with hot water. I have lost lot of hair because of that. I now take shower with cold water and my hair loss has decreased.
May 21st, 2010 1:18 pm
Diet is very important…eating a lot of fruits and vegetables helps to prevent hair loss
May 22nd, 2010 3:55 pm
Really enjoyed reading this article as I’ve started to notice hair loss especially in the brow area. Will be re-visiting as you have great articles.
May 23rd, 2010 12:46 am
information production and promoting hair growth to healthy
May 23rd, 2010 7:22 am
firstly your website is simply great.I have read the whole article and looks informative.Stress can also cause hair loss ..i am thinking about it because i am more stressed these days
May 24th, 2010 10:44 am
Due to pollution now a days hair losing procedure increases. It is also due to lack of proteins and vitamins in our body. For preventing hair lose need a good nutritional diet.
May 24th, 2010 10:45 am
Yes. I believe that over shampooing can actually make your hair dry and dull at the same time will eventually lead to hair loss.
May 24th, 2010 1:14 pm
thanks for this information. I hope this information will stop my hair loss soon.
May 25th, 2010 5:11 am
I started having hair loss problems when I reached 35 yrs. My friend gave me advice to practice good nutrition & avoid stress. Its a good thing my new job allows me to do that. I am now regaining some of my hair although it does not grow back as long & thick the way it used to be. Its a good thing I never have to resort to any chemical treatments.
May 25th, 2010 8:03 am
Applying coconut oil helps a lot in preventing hair loss and at the same time helps your hair to grow
May 26th, 2010 12:38 pm
Interesting article, I believe one can do ones hair good or bad by a good or bad diet but mostly hairloss is connected with DNA.
If many persons in your family suffer from hairloss you are much more likey to have the same problem. A healthy diet wont solve it.
May 27th, 2010 8:42 pm
Nice article, but.. I have tried all of the natural ways. Heredity stood in my way. The only thing that really worked was the good old hair transplant.
June 1st, 2010 4:59 am
oh wow, ive been struggling to find good natural treatments on hair loss.. im 21 and ive been losing too much hair lately, with no idea why. it may be my eating habits (eat a lot of the same and limited to no veggies or beans). i will definitely try this methods out and see if it improves my hair growth :D.
Thanks for the info!
June 1st, 2010 7:49 am
Good nutrition has effects not only for the hair, but also for your skin and nails. And beside good nutrition we should help our hair with natural treatments like washing it with chamomile tea and some other natural treatments. It really helps to keep your hair on your head:)
June 1st, 2010 8:27 am
nice article, top advises. but especially for men its often a question of gene!
June 2nd, 2010 8:03 pm
“In recent times, hair loss has become a common condition, especially among men” - I don’t think hair loss has become anymore of a problem than it ever has been. Even with a perfect diet and health, someone who is genetically pre-determined to lose hair will do so, even with correct and proven treatments, it’s still a losing battle long-term until a real cure comes to the fore.
June 3rd, 2010 6:03 am
I agree with everything, before I had a very nice hair. When I started to grind, I noticed there is changes in my hair quality this maybe of too much stress.
October 23rd, 2010 10:04 pm
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January 19th, 2011 11:49 am
Male Pattern Baldness is a common problem these days…….agree to what you mention about food habits and lifestyle…..
April 7th, 2011 11:05 am
Hi,
The natural tips to prevent hair loss are so nice and interesting. I have read it and share it on Facebook with my friends. Thanks for sharing.
regards,
Rabia
May 23rd, 2011 5:49 pm
I think it’s all in the genes
May 24th, 2011 10:56 am
Interesting article, I believe one can do ones hair good or bad by a good or bad diet but mostly hairloss is connected with DNA.