Easily Available Foods That Prevent Hair Loss.

Today who in this universe doesn’t want to have a head filled with dense and healthy hair? But not everyone is that lucky enough. Gone are the days when only women prefer to have thick and long hair. Today men also are so touchy about their hair. If you are older than fifteen, then this the period where you start bothering about your hair.

Although there are various reasons for hair loss like Genetic, using harmful chemicals, hormonal, nutrient deficiencies, toxicity, medications, improper diet. But there are various ways through which you can reverse hair loss and or we can reduce the frequency of hair fall. First let us discuss, the different patterns of hair loss between males and females.

Hair loss in men:

Almost 85% of men start experiencing hair loss before the age of 50. The most common form of Male pattern baldness is AGA (Androgenetic alopecia). At first, hair starts to fall from the temple area in a particular M shape. After hair starts thinning and hairline also starts receding. The reason, in this case, is mostly hereditary. Doctors say your father or grandfather must have less hair and its genetic. But, we men know how this genetic problem daunt us?  AGA effects are different in the case of men and women. Men can face baldness all over the head while women won’t show the same pattern.

Cure:

Till now there are no such medicines, that guarantee the cure for male pattern baldness. But, there is some medicine like finasteride and minoxidil that doctors recommend. But, there are various side effects of these medicines like a problem in your sexual health, etc. Homeopathic doctors are doing well in this field they must ask you to abstain using shampoo or soap that contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate, this chemical is very harsh the same as detergent.

Hair Loss in Women:

After pregnancy women mostly complain about hair loss. During pregnancy, women notice a rapid growth of hair because of surges in a hormone known as estrogen that makes hair glow and thick. but when the level of estrogen comes to normal, all the thick and luscious hair start shedding. Some women experience mild shedding while some experience intense shedding. There are also lots of reasons like dandruff, medications, etc. But a proper diet can help you out of this hair loss. Let us some changes that may be required in your diet:

1) Carrot:

Since our childhood, we must have heard our parents saying that eating carrots can improve your eye-sight. It is true. But Carrot also helps you to improve the quality of your hair. Carrots are rich in vitamin E, vitamin A, and antioxidants help in the blood circulation on the scalp. This helps in stimulating hair regrowth by providing proper nourishment to the hair follicles and roots. Better blood circulation helps your hair to nourish the hair cells and promotes the growth of healthy hair.

2) Shrimp

Shrimps are rich in Vitamin B12, iron, zinc. These ingredients can prevent hair loss. From the very beginning, it has been known that Seafood is rich in various nutrients and Shrimp is one of them. Don’t relate it with meat whose excessive amount can harm your hair follicles.

3) Walnut

Walnuts are a rich source of omega-6 fatty acids. That can be helpful to fight with Alopecia has been discussed above. While there is limitation also, walnuts contain little amount selenium that causes hair loss. Therefore, a handful of walnuts per week can be helpful.

4) Eggs

Hair is made up of protein, and egg is the best cheapest source of protein. Eggs can be your best friend if you are having the problem of hair loss. It is also loaded with Vitamin B12, iron, zinc, and Omega 6 fatty acids in large amounts. Deficiency in any of these nutrients can cause hair loss.

5) Low-fat dairy products

Low-fat dairy products like skim milk and yogurt are rich in calcium, an important mineral for hair growth. Yogurt also helps you to cure dandruff off your scalp. You just have to put yogurt in deep roots of your hair and keep it dry for half an hour.

Some common mistakes that alleviate hair loss:

Stress: Try to keep yourself away from stress in day to day activities. Because stress imbalances our hormones.

Hairstyling products: There should be minimal use of chemicals like gel, wax, hair spray. It makes your scalp dry and then you will get the problem of dandruff and itchiness.

Shampoo: Avoid using a shampoo that contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Try to use mild shampoo.

Direct exposure to sun, dust, and rainwater can damage your hair and make it rough.

Summary:

A proper good-looking thick hair requires a lot of maintenance and a proper diet. After all, who wants to have a shiny and glossy head.

Kindly Share your experiences and thoughts down below.

-Authored by Sahil Gupta (MBA in Marketing, Sri Balaji University, Pune).