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Hair loss has multiple causes, including diet, mineral
deficiency, medications, stress, pollution, and your genetics. wearing helmets
and caps can also increase hair loss. Up to one third of the population suffers
from hair loss, and of that third, thousands are women. Whatever the cause of
hair loss that might be worrying you, it's important to understand what is hair
loss, how hair grows, and what you could be doing before hair loss even becomes
an issue for you. In this article, you'll find out all three answers, as well
as some short advice on what to do if hair loss does become an issue for you.
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Don't subject your hair to frequent, constant heating and drying procedures. Heat weakens hair proteins, no matter the gimmicks promising softness and shine, and constant heating and drying can lead to brittleness and fragility that causes hair loss that would not have occurred otherwise. Minimize the usage of hair dryers, hot curlers, hot brushes, hair straighteners, hair fasteners, and chemical treatments and your hair will last longer. And watch where you put those heated tools; burned scalps can permanently damage hair follicles! Ultimately, natural drying is best for you hair, so aim to dry it naturally more often than drying it with heat.
· Slow down on the dyeing. Never color your hair more often than 6 to 8 weeks and try for semi-coverage rather than full dyeing. When it comes to going gray, it's a lot kinder to your hair to let it turn gray than to dye it. While there are a lot of well-meaning comments about not needing to look older than you are, this ageist "beauty before health" slant overlooks the value of having your hair at all!
· Be careful how you style your hair. Some styles that require tight pulling and elastics, clips, etc. can be a cause of hair loss if done on a daily basis. For example, tight ponytails, braiding tightly, corn-rows, and plaits, can lead to significant hair loss when done daily. Winding hair tightly onto rollers, especially heated rollers, is also liable to cause more hair loss. The medical name for loss of hair due to hairstyles that are too tight is known as "traction alopecia" and it is completely preventable as a cause in and of itself!
· Avoid layering cuts that lose a lot of your hair. If you're already experiencing hair loss, don't speed it up by having the hairdresser remove more hair!
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What causes hair loss?
Hair loss is believed to be
primarily caused by a combination of the following:
Aging
Change in hormones
Illness
Family history of baldness
Burns
Trauma
Untreated ringworm of the scalp
Deficiency in iron or protein intake
Excess vitamin A intake
Rapid weight loss
However, hair loss is not caused by
the following:
Poor circulation to the scalp
Dandruff
Excessive hat-wearing
Generally, the earlier hair loss
begins, the more severe the baldness will become.
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Wash hair regularly
with mild shampoo and be gentle with your hair
Hair washing can form a part of
preventing hair loss as it can keep your hair and scalp clean (preventing the
chances of infections, etc. that might cause hair loss), and provided you use a
mild shampoo, clean hair will give the impression of more volume than dirty
hair, which tends to sit flatter and more parted than clean hair.
· Avoid
brushing wet hair. This snaps off a lot of hair that could still be growing! If
you must comb wet hair, use a very wide-toothed comb.
Also avoid brushing hair too frequently as doing so can injure hair and
increase loss Use your fingers to undotangles,
not a comb or brush.
· Avoid
rubbing hair vigorously with a towel after washing it. This can also lead to
hair breakage. Pat it dry gently instead.
· Protein-enhanced shampoos and
conditioners are an eye-trick, not a hair solution. They make hair smoother and
thicker temporarily because they fill in gaps on the hair shaft. However,
they do not repair damaged hair, so hair that is going to fall out from poor
care or other reasons, will still fall out. Shampoo does not increase hair
amount either.
· When
your hair is dried, use a soft-bristled brush to
brush it.
Be sure to get adequate sleep, the
restorer of good health.
· Exercise regularly. Good as a stress reduction strategy, physical
activity also encourages better circulation, including for your scalp
Eat your way to top form hair
Nutritional
responses to preventing hair loss are simple common sense approaches to keeping
you, your hair, and your scalp healthy and are beneficial for your health all
round – a healthy body is more likely to have healthy hair than an unhealthy
one. It is possible that hair loss can be slowed by a healthy diet filled with
vegetables and fruits.The following nutritional requirements that can be
sourced adequately from a healthy diet in most cases can be of help with
preventing or minimizing hair loss
Iron: This is an essential mineral, known as
heme iron in animal food sources and non-heme iron in plant sources. Good
sources of iron in your diet include: liver, beef, pork, fish, leafy greens,
fortified cereal, beans, and pumpkin seeds.Vegetarian
women may experience a lack of enough iron more than other people.
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· Protein: Protein is essential for strong hair, but it's protein from the
diet, not from a shampoo, that matters! A deficiency in protein can lead to
hair loss and adequate protein can help to provide the amino acids that
strengthen hair. Good sources of protein include: Seafood, white-meat
poultry, milk, cheese, yogurt, eggs, beans, pork
tenderloin, soy, lean beef, and protein bars. Vegans, dairy-free
consumers, and others can get good non-animal protein from tempeh, tofu,
wholewheat bread, peanut butter, brown rice, lentils, quinoa, nuts, seitan,
beans, broccoli, potatoes, etc
· Vitamin C: Vitamin
C foods help in the good absorption of iron. Try to combine the iron source
with a vitamin C source at the same time. Good sources of vitamin C include:
Citrus fruit, green leafy vegetables, salad, baked potatoes, tomatoes, etc
· Omega-3 fatty acids: These
fats keep hair healthy and have a role in preventing hair from becoming dry and
brittle.Good sources include: tuna, salmon, mackerel, flaxseeds, and walnuts.
· Biotin: This is a B vitamin of
importance for healthy hair. Good sources of biotin include: brewer's
yeast, bulgur wheat, lentils, sunflower seeds, soybeans, and walnuts.
· Zinc: Zinc is important for hair nourishment too. Good sources include:
oysters, lean beef, peanut butter, turkey, and pumpkin seeds
Avoid food or eating habits that can
inhibit hair growth or encourage hair loss
There are some things you should not
do or eat in order to avoid hurrying hair loss. The following things can harm
your hair and bring about hair loss, either temporarily or even permanently
depending on your genetic make-up:
· Avoid very low-calorie liquid diets. As well as depleting your energy in a
major way, such diets can cause hair loss.
· Avoid eating raw egg whites. Not only can these harbor bacteria that can
harm you, raw egg whites contain a substance that binds biotin. This prevents
its absorption
Test your hair for thinning if
you're concerned
Testing whether or not
you're suffering from hair loss can be done using what is known as the
"tug test". Take a small bunch of hair, about 20-30 hairs, and hold
it between your thumb and index finger. Pull slowly but firmly; if more than
six hairs come
out at the same time, you may have a hair loss problem. However,
this is not the last word and you shouldn't panic; instead, you should see a
doctor or a trichologist immediately if you think you're losing more hair than
normal, remembering that we lose a lot of hairs each day naturally.
What are the different types of
baldness?
Baldness can be classified into
various types, depending on the cause. Several of the many different types of
baldness include the following:
Female-pattern baldness
Although less common, female-pattern baldness differs from that of male-pattern baldness in that the hair generally thins all over the head, but the frontal hairline is maintained. Female-pattern baldness rarely results in total hair loss.
Although less common, female-pattern baldness differs from that of male-pattern baldness in that the hair generally thins all over the head, but the frontal hairline is maintained. Female-pattern baldness rarely results in total hair loss.
Male-pattern baldness
Male-pattern baldness usually is a hereditary condition. The condition may begin at any age. Hair loss often begins on the front, sides, and/or on the crown of the head. Some men may develop a bald spot or just a receding hair line, while others may lose all of their hair.
Male-pattern baldness usually is a hereditary condition. The condition may begin at any age. Hair loss often begins on the front, sides, and/or on the crown of the head. Some men may develop a bald spot or just a receding hair line, while others may lose all of their hair.
Alopecia areata
This hair loss disorder is characterized by sudden loss of hair in one particular area, which grows back after several months. However, if all body hair is suddenly lost, regrowth may not occur. The cause of this type of hair loss is unknown.
This hair loss disorder is characterized by sudden loss of hair in one particular area, which grows back after several months. However, if all body hair is suddenly lost, regrowth may not occur. The cause of this type of hair loss is unknown.
Toxic alopecia
Toxic alopecia may occur following a high fever or severe illness. Certain medications, especially thallium, high doses of vitamin A, and retinoids, may cause toxic alopecia. Medical conditions, such as thyroid disease, and after giving birth may also trigger toxic alopecia. The condition is characterized by temporary hair loss. Also, some cancer medications can cause hair loss.
Toxic alopecia may occur following a high fever or severe illness. Certain medications, especially thallium, high doses of vitamin A, and retinoids, may cause toxic alopecia. Medical conditions, such as thyroid disease, and after giving birth may also trigger toxic alopecia. The condition is characterized by temporary hair loss. Also, some cancer medications can cause hair loss.
Scarring alopecia
Scarred areas may prevent the hair from growing back. Scarring may occur from burns, injury, or x-ray therapy. However, other types of scarring that may cause hair loss can be caused by diseases such as lupus, bacterial or fungal skin infections, lichen planus, sarcoidosis, tuberculosis, or skin cancer.
Scarred areas may prevent the hair from growing back. Scarring may occur from burns, injury, or x-ray therapy. However, other types of scarring that may cause hair loss can be caused by diseases such as lupus, bacterial or fungal skin infections, lichen planus, sarcoidosis, tuberculosis, or skin cancer.
Trichotillomania (hair pulling)
Hair pulling, a habit most common among children, may cause hair loss.
Hair pulling, a habit most common among children, may cause hair loss.
Treatment for baldness:
Specific treatment for baldness will
be determined by your physician based on:
Your age, overall health, and
medical history
Extent of the condition
Your tolerance for specific
medications, procedures, and therapies
Expectation for the course of the
disease
Your opinion or preference
Most forms of baldness have no cure.
Some types of baldness will disappear on their own. Treatment may include:
Certain medications to promote hair
growth (such as minoxidil and finasteride)
Corticosteroid injections (when
treating alopecia areata)
Treating any underlying condition or
disease
Hair transplants
Scalp reduction
Skin lifts and grafts
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