Hair Loss Problem And Cure
Every day, every one of us
looses some hair. Our body then replaces it with some new strands as
part of the many renewal processes that are built into our body systems.
As we all age, 'the reappearance of new hair' event gradually slows
down. This observable fact is more evident in men than women, whose
'male-pattern baldness is genetically determined and can begin as early
as age 20. For women, hair normally thins after age 50, and considerable
hair loss before that age is very rare.
General problems of hair loss:
Dandruff, Graying of hair, loosing hair, brittle hair and slow growth of
hair are some of the common hair problems that people complain about.
Though most of these problems are natural signs of aging or part of our
genetic makeup, there are some simple preventative measures and home
remedies that may help some of these hair complaints.
Facts about Hair:
Typically, hair grows an average of an inch every two months.
The average head can shed up to 100 of its 100,000 hairs every day.
Indication of hair loss:
Hair Loss generally is noticed in one of two-ways.
With common pattern baldness, the loss is gradual. It can start as early as puberty, or very late in life.
Sudden loss of hair, or loss in
clumps usually indicates a different problem. This type of symptom could
be caused by a number of factors, including hormonal changes,
medications, thyroid problems, among others.
Male pattern baldness typically
starts by causing the hairline to recede in the center of the forehead. A
bald spot may then form on the top of the head, towards the back and
center. Eventually almost all the hair on the top of the head will be
lost. This leaves the hair on the sides and back forming the notorious
horseshoe pattern. By this stage, hair loss will be very difficult to
treat with medications. A hair transplant may be a good option at this
point, though they can be expensive.
Female pattern baldness results
in a more evenly spread out thinning of hair. Women will notice an
increased rate of hair loss. This will most likely be noticed on
pillows, in the shower, hairbrushes, or even vacuum brushes. It is
impossible to count the number of hairs being lost per day, but women
will notice the thinning and loss of hair around the same time. Some
women who have curly or thick hair may not notice the change as early.
Skin and hair color also determine how easily the thinning is noticed.
Someone who has light hair and dark skin will notice balding much sooner
than most.
Self-care remedy tips for hair loss:
Massage the scalp with 2-3 drops
of essential oil or a good vegetable oil. Massage well into the scalp
so that the oil gets into deep roots of hair. Wrap the hair in plastic
wrap and place a warm towel around it. Leave it for 2 to three hours or
overnight. Shampoo the hair with a mild shampoo. Practicing this at
regular basis would help your hair pores get rejuvenated.
Eat a handful of white sesame
seeds every morning. One handful of these small seeds contains about
1,200 mg. of calcium and magnesium to ignite the required nourishments
of your scalp not to loose hair.
Take some yogurt everyday (unless you are allergic to milk).
Rinse hair with a mix of apple cider vinegar tea to help hair grow.
Mix little warmer castor and almond oil and massage over scalp at least once a week.
Grind lime seeds and black pepper in equal number in some water and apply on the scalp at regular intervals.
Scrub the bald portion with onions till it becomes red. Then applying honey, scrub the scalp once a day.
Massage almond oil on scalp 2 to 3 times a day. Further hair loss will stop by doing this practice.
Massage coconut milk or Aloe
Vera gel into the scalp and hair. Leave it for ½ hour, and then rinse
with warm water. Repeat 3 times a week.
Massage honey with egg yolk into the scalp and hair. Leave for a 1/2 hour, then rinse to prevent hair loss.
Cause of hair problems:
The cause of hair loss is most
commonly related to male gender, hormonal changes and genetics.
Medications can be another reason for the hair loss.
Temporary hair loss can occur in
conjunction with a high fever, a severe illness, thyroid disorders,
iron deficiency, general anesthesia, drug treatments, hormonal
imbalance, or extreme stress, and in women following childbirth. In
these conditions, a large number of hair follicles suddenly go into a
resting phase, causing hair to thin noticeably
General tips to take care of hair from loss:
Eating a balanced, healthy diet
is important for a lot of reasons, and it really benefits your hair. And
don't forget to treat your hair well. For example, some doctors
recommend using baby shampoo, shampooing no more than once a day, and
lathering gently.
Don't rub your hair too
vigorously with a towel, either. Many hair experts suggest you consider
putting away the blow dryer and air-drying your hair instead. If you
can't live without your blow dryer, try using it on a low heat setting.
Style your hair when it's dry or
damp. Styling your hair while it's wet can cause it to stretch and
break. And try to avoid teasing your hair, which can also cause damage.
Finally, be careful when using chemicals - such as straightness or color
- on your hair.
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