Hair Loss

Every individual sheds 50 to 100 strands of hair per day. With over 10,000 strands on the scalp, this loss should not be very significant. It is when hair begins falling from the head at a rate of more than 100 that you need to take special care of your tresses.
 

Reasons Why Hair Loss Occurs

• Medical Conditions – There are several illnesses which lead to premature loss of hair. Some of them are:

1. Thyroid – The thyroid gland regulates the level of hormones in the body. If it does not work properly, it results in loss of hair.
2. Scalp Infection – Sometimes ring worms attack the scalp and eat away hair. They have to be treated to stop hair fall.
3. Alopecia Areata – When the immune system of the body fails to protect the hair follicles, it results in hair fall. Hair falls from the scalp in this case in clumps and from only particular areas.

• Genetic Disorder – Sometimes hair loss is in the genes. If other members in the family suffer from hair fall, chances are that you will suffer too at a particular point of time in your life.
• Hormonal Factors – Sex hormones triggered in men during puberty sometimes leads to early loss of hair. In women, hormonal imbalance during pregnancy or onset of menopause may lead to loss of hair.
• Hair Pulling Disorder – With some people, it is a habit to pull out strands of hair from the scalp or any other part of the body. This makes the follicles of the neighboring hairs loose too, resulting in premature hair loss.

  Dietary Supplements for Controlling Hair Loss
Hair loss occurs most often due to the intake of drugs, lack of nutrition, chronic ailments or reasons of genetics. If you are troubled by excessive hair loss, here are some nutritional supplements which you can use to slow down the process of hair fall. In some cases, intake of these dietary supplements has also helped in the re-growth of hair. 

• Vitamin C – The water soluble ascorbic acid present in vitamin C has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants are very essential to strengthen the roots of hair and prevent hair fall. The dermatologically suggested dosage is 500 to 1000 mg tablets that can be taken twice daily. But it is always advisable to stick to food items that contain vitamin C like citrus fruits such as orange, lemon and grapefruit.
• Omega 3 Fatty Acid – This is one of the healthiest forms of oil available to mankind. The oil is available in sealed bottles in departmental stores; the recommended dose is one tablespoon everyday to stop premature hair fall. You can also consume fishes such as sardines and salmons which are rich in omega 3 fatty acid. People on aspirin medication cannot risk taking this oil without consulting a doctor as consumption of the oil may lead to excessive bleeding. 
• Lysine – This is a form of amino acid and also serves as a building block for protein. Hair, as we know, is made of protein. Hence if you add lysine in your daily diet, it will help to accelerate hair growth and also prevent frequent falling of hair. The suggested intake everyday is a dose of 500 to 1000 mg. Alternately, you can consume lysine rich food like eggs and meat each day. 

  Cosmetic Products for Hair Loss Treatments
Loss of hair at an early stage in life can sometimes be very devastating. Listed below are some cosmetic products you can use for re-growth or prevention of hair loss:

• Viviscal Hair and Scalp Treatment Extra – $49.99
• Nioxin Bionutrient Actives Treatment for Normal Hair – $12.32
• Carita Haute Beaute Cheveu Anti Hair Fall Solution – $108
• Extra Strength Minoxidil Hair Regrowth – $15.99
• Bell Lifestyle Products Natural Superior Hair Loss Treatment – $47
• Dominican Doctor Cabello Control Caida – $7.99
• DS Laboratories Special DNC Hair Loss Treatment – $35.99
• Dominican Baba De Caracol Hair Loss Treatment – $11.20
• Rene Furterer RF 80 Concentrated Hair Loss Treatment – $42.99
• Hair Loss Treatments Rogaine Men 5% Minox Foam – $41.99

Natural Hair Loss Treatments

The natural methods to prevent hair loss work in four different ways to support regrowth of hair on the scalp. These are:

• Boosting circulation of blood to the scalp
• Adding strength to the hair follicles
• Preventing the buildup of hormone DHT in the hair root follicles
• Helping to keep the roots of hair clean

Listed below are the natural precautions to adopt in daily life to support faster regrowth of hair:

• Say no to addiction – You must not fall prey to addictive substances like coffee, tea, alcohol or smoke. These increase the percentage of a substance called pitta in the body to promote hair fall and hinder regrowth.
• Say no to chemicals – Try to avoid using chemical shampoos and also reduce the intake of medicines prescribed for diseases such as anemia, stress & anxiety, tension and general weakness.
• Avoid oily food – Greasy food or items which have been deep fried in oil should not be part of the daily diet. Similarly you must reduce consumption of acidic substances and food that is too sour to the taste.
• Keep your system clean – Bowels should be clear everyday. In case of constipation, take a mild laxative immediately.

Avoiding Hair Loss

There is no guarantee about the fact that you can prevent hair loss that occurs for genetic reasons. However, there are a few precautionary methods to adopt to avoid premature falling of hair:

• Avoid using the dryer frequently – Heat on the hair leads to brittle strands. Hair becomes fragile and also loses its shine.
• Slow down on dyeing – Application of color on hair should be allowed only once in two weeks. Also, it is advisable that you opt for semi coverage and not full dyeing.
• Watch your hair style – Do not make too tight ponytails or plaits on the hair. Stylists have noted that hair falls more when you tie it tight on a regular basis. In medicine, this disease is called traction alopecia.
• Hygiene is important – Keep your scalp and hair clean with a mild shampoo. This helps to strengthen the hair roots and follicles.
• Don’t comb wet hair – Brushing the hair when it is still wet leads to snapping off strands that might still be growing. Also remember to untangle hair with your fingers before using a comb.