Thursday, 18 April 2013
Hair loss: Why more women are experiencing thinning hair and what to do about it
After a spate of celebs being papped with less than full heads of hair, we asked an expert if female hair loss and balding is on the rise - and can we stop it?
Thinning hair and balding used to be one thing men suffered over us ladies, but it seems the tables are turning and more and more women are experiencing the confidence-shattering effects of hair loss.
According to a recent survey, the majority of GPs in the UK have noticed an increase in women seeking treatment for hair loss in the past five years, and a significant number have reported an increase in the past year alone.
A year before this photo Naomi was seen with bald patches ©Rex
Yet we still see it as an (often inevitable) male problem. And though it will affect around 60 per cent of us during our lifetime, almost half of the women polled in the survey by hair supplement brand Nourkrin, who had experienced thinning hair, suffered in silence.
Experts believe that stress can be a major cause of hair loss for women and while it's usually middle aged women affected, women in their 20s and 30s are beginning to be more vocal about their experiences.
At just 26, Malika Smith from Leeds was one of these women.
"I have lovely, dark thick hair and have always thought of it as one of my best features. I don't really need to do anything with it - backcombing, dyeing, layering - it has just always been lovely and thick and so keeping it shoulder length was all I needed to do. However, last year I experienced hair loss and thinning for the first time and it was a very scary thing to happen.
"I didn't realise not just the physical, but also the emotional effect that losing my hair would have on me. After a few weeks of noticing more falling down the plug hole, I realised that something was really wrong when I went to put my hair into a ponytail and couldn't believe how thin it felt, it was as if half of my usual hair was missing."
"I looked in the mirror at my scalp and could see that it was hair loss from the root that was causing the problem, and my hair was falling out rather than breaking off which I never thought would be the case as I have always had very good hair. My first reaction was embarrassment - I hated the fact that my hair was thinning - I feel much less confident and less attractive."
It wasn't until a few months later that Malika asked her hairdresser for advice and ended up being referred to a hair specialist, a trichologist, to tackle her hair loss.
Malika's hair was noticeably thinner in photos before treatment (l). After treatment (r)
"He asked me about my general health and wellbeing, but he also asked me about the past year of my life, had I had any big changes, was I stressed at all? Suddenly it all clicked into place. I had moved to London in the last six months, after a break-up, and had started a new job.
"While I didn't realise it at the time, yes I probably was extremely stressed and had a lot of new things to deal with all at once, but my hair didn't start falling out until after this and so what was the problem?"
"My trichologist explained to me that hair usually takes about three months to react to what is going on in the body and so when I did the maths, this all made perfect sense. It was stress that had done this to my hair, and then the stress of worrying about my hair loss was making the problem even more of an issue!"
Celebrity hairstylist and Nourkrin ambassador Jo Hansford MBE agrees that there's a feeling of embarrassment around women losing their hair, which is particularly worrying as it hits our self-esteem dramatically.
January Jones experienced hair loss but was snapped recently with a healthy-looking mane ©Rex
"It's our primary accessory and we can never take it off so leaving great-looking, well kept and healthy hair is really integral to our self-image," she explains.
"I see women come in who are really devastated by the effects of thinning hair but don't know who to turn to. We act as stylists, advisors and counsellors!"
Jo tells us she saw a similar rise in women suffering from thinning hair in the last recession and believes modern stress levels have a lot to answer for.
"Stress, nutrition, hormones - there are a lot of reasons but stress is a big one."
"I always reassure my clients that there are things you can do and seeking help is nothing to be ashamed of."
We asked Jo what she advises these women to do if they notice their hair thinning, both in terms of temporary fixes and long term solutions.
"To help make the hair look better while you look for the root causes and give any treatment a chance to work there are a few things to do to make your hair appear thicker and give you more confidence.
"Use good salon-quality products specifically recommend for fine hair. It's worth spending more on a professional grade product so ask your hairdresser for a recommendation because the same grade of ingredients just aren't available on the high street. There are some amazing products nowadays, you don't have to go and sit in the salon for an afternoon for a treatment, everything's much more instant."
Jo's second tip is to invest in a quality cut.
"Get your hair cut regularly and talk to your hairdresser about a style that works to hide any particularly thin areas. There are some very good stylists out there who cut a brilliant, snappy hair cut that gives the impression of thickness."
And when it comes to colour, don't be taken in by highlights.
"Definitely don't go for highlights on thin hair, solid colour makes it look more bulky," she explains.
"The best thing you can do is give yourself a head massage to encourage the blood flow and in turn hair growth. While you're shampooing, give yourself a really good, stimulating head rub.
"And wash it more often than less. If you wash it less often, it gives the hair follicles more time to be impacted by oil. That blocks the follicles so when you wash it you end up losing more hair than if you washed it more regularly.
"But you do need to replace the oil's moisturising protection so use a good conditioner or hair masque to replenish. And don't go for all-in-one products. Your shampoo should simply be for cleaning."
As well as seeking professional help and tackling the causes of hair thinning, Jo recommends adding a supplement to your diet.
"It doesn't work for everyone but I have seen it work for many of my clients. It's not an overnight fix - there isn't one. But you can see real improvement in six months to a year."
If your concerns your hair is thinning, make an appointment to see your GP who will be able to refer you to a specialist.
Thursday, 12 July 2012
Baldness drug Wayne Rooney took 'could cause permanent impotence and shrink genitals in some men'
A hair-loss medication reportedly tried by Wayne Rooney may cause prolonged and possibly irreversible impotence, scientists have claimed.
The recent findings come after one patient bravely stepped forward to reveal the drug left him with no sex drive and even shrank his genitals.
Kevin Malley, 30, was prescribed with the drug Propecia after he worried he could be losing his hair. He said he only planned to take the pill for a year.
However, just five months after he started taking it in May 2011 he found he was completely impotent and his testes also became smaller.
Worried, he consulted his doctor and was told the symptoms would disappear after he stopped taking the drug. But he says a year on and nothing has
changed.
It will come as no surprise to Dr Michael Irwig from the University of Washington.
He recently published a study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, that found the ingredient finasteride, which is found in Propecia, can cause persistent
sexual dysfunction, including low sexual desire, erectile dysfunction and problems with orgasms.
The male pattern baldness drug is manufactured by Merck and was approved by the FDA in 1997.
While labeling on the medication in the U.S. currently warns about possible reversible sexual side effects, there is no reference to the effects being
persistent, Dr Irwig said.
However, other countries including the UK and Sweden do require medical companies to include the 'persistent risk' warning on the labeling.
It was reported that Wayne Rooney started taking the medication in 2009 after he became sick of other footballer's jibes about his receding hairline. He has
since had a hair transplant.
Dr Irwig first became aware of the problems caused by finasteride several years ago when he encountered several men who reported they had developed
sexual dysfunction while taking the medication.
'It’s been very frustrating for a lot of these men because they’ve sought care from medical professionals who have looked at the literature and have not
seen a risk of persistent sexual dysfunction,' says Dr Irwig.
'So a lot of these patients have been told to see psychiatrists and psychologists and that it’s all in their head.'
Dr Irwig then noticed that men had reported sexual dysfunction for months even after they stopped taking the medication.
'I came across a website called propeciahelp.com with more than 1,400 registered users - many young healthy men who developed the same sexual side
effects from finasteride - and I discovered that nobody had published a series looking at these men - who they are, how long the sexual side effects lasted,
what types.'
Dr Irwig’s study included results from interviews with 71 men aged 21 to 46 years old to assess how long they took finasteride, the type and duration of
sexual side effects and their sexual frequency before and after the medication.
Dr Irwig discovered that 94 per cent developed low libido, 92 per cent developed erectile dysfunction and decreased arousal, and 69 per cent developed
problems with orgasm.
On average, the men used finasteride for approximately 28 months but experienced persistent sexual side effects for an average of 40 months, from the
time they ceased taking the medication to the time of the interview.
Dr Irwig also found that the average number of sexual episodes per month dropped after finasteride use.
'It turns out that almost all the men had multiple sexual function problems,' says Dr Irwig.
'Before finasteride use, the men experienced average sexual activity of approximately 26 episodes per month, but after use, it came down to
approximately eight per month - an almost two-thirds reduction.
'Twenty per cent of patients I interviewed experienced persistent sexual dysfunction for more than five years, which makes me wonder if their persistent
sexual dysfunction is permanent,' he adds.
This was certainly Mr Malley's experience. He told Good Morning America: 'I kept expecting the side effects to go away, but they did not, they only got
worse.'
Mr Malley said before he took the drug he was engaged and worked as a public health researcher at a university in Las Vegas.
After he developed symptoms his fiancee broke off the engagement and he said he had to resign from his job because of cognitive problems. He said he is
angry no one warned him the drug could have such lasting effects.
'Even if the side effects are rare, that doesn't mean that I should not have been warned. I did have a life before this,' he told Good Morning America.
Dr Irwig said roughly 5 per cent of men who take medicine will experience sexual dysfunction, and of those 'it’s hard to tell how many will experience
persistent symptoms'.
'We know that this is a potential problem, but we can’t quantify what the exact risk is. I can’t tell a man if he has a 1-in-100 chance, or a 1-in-1000 chance of
developing persistent sexual dysfunction, but it’s pretty clear there’s a relationship here,' he says.
Topical Rogaine can be used as an alternative to Propecia - applied directly on the skin, it does not get absorbed by body and thus does not cause sexual
side effects - but Dr. Irwig says Propecia is very effective in treating hair loss and thus is commonly prescribed.
So Dr Irwig says it is crucial physicians treating male pattern hair loss discuss the possibility of persistent sexual side effects associated with finasteride with
their patients.
'I think it’s very important that doctors who are prescribing this medicine talk about potential risks, so men can make an informed decision,' he said.
In a statement, Merck said no evidence has proved a causal relationship between Propecia and long-lasting sexual dysfunction.
A spokesman said: 'Merck believes that PROPECIA (finasteride) has demonstrated safety and efficacy profiles and that the product labeling appropriately
describes the benefits and risks of the drug to help inform prescribing.
'A causal relationship between the use of PROPECIA and continued sexual dysfunction after discontinuation of treatment has not been established. We
encourage patients to talk with their doctor if they have any questions or concerns about their health, or about PROPECIA.'
The recent findings come after one patient bravely stepped forward to reveal the drug left him with no sex drive and even shrank his genitals.
Kevin Malley, 30, was prescribed with the drug Propecia after he worried he could be losing his hair. He said he only planned to take the pill for a year.
However, just five months after he started taking it in May 2011 he found he was completely impotent and his testes also became smaller.
Worried, he consulted his doctor and was told the symptoms would disappear after he stopped taking the drug. But he says a year on and nothing has
changed.
It will come as no surprise to Dr Michael Irwig from the University of Washington.
He recently published a study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, that found the ingredient finasteride, which is found in Propecia, can cause persistent
sexual dysfunction, including low sexual desire, erectile dysfunction and problems with orgasms.
The male pattern baldness drug is manufactured by Merck and was approved by the FDA in 1997.
While labeling on the medication in the U.S. currently warns about possible reversible sexual side effects, there is no reference to the effects being
persistent, Dr Irwig said.
However, other countries including the UK and Sweden do require medical companies to include the 'persistent risk' warning on the labeling.
It was reported that Wayne Rooney started taking the medication in 2009 after he became sick of other footballer's jibes about his receding hairline. He has
since had a hair transplant.
Dr Irwig first became aware of the problems caused by finasteride several years ago when he encountered several men who reported they had developed
sexual dysfunction while taking the medication.
'It’s been very frustrating for a lot of these men because they’ve sought care from medical professionals who have looked at the literature and have not
seen a risk of persistent sexual dysfunction,' says Dr Irwig.
'So a lot of these patients have been told to see psychiatrists and psychologists and that it’s all in their head.'
Dr Irwig then noticed that men had reported sexual dysfunction for months even after they stopped taking the medication.
'I came across a website called propeciahelp.com with more than 1,400 registered users - many young healthy men who developed the same sexual side
effects from finasteride - and I discovered that nobody had published a series looking at these men - who they are, how long the sexual side effects lasted,
what types.'
Dr Irwig’s study included results from interviews with 71 men aged 21 to 46 years old to assess how long they took finasteride, the type and duration of
sexual side effects and their sexual frequency before and after the medication.
Dr Irwig discovered that 94 per cent developed low libido, 92 per cent developed erectile dysfunction and decreased arousal, and 69 per cent developed
problems with orgasm.
On average, the men used finasteride for approximately 28 months but experienced persistent sexual side effects for an average of 40 months, from the
time they ceased taking the medication to the time of the interview.
Dr Irwig also found that the average number of sexual episodes per month dropped after finasteride use.
'It turns out that almost all the men had multiple sexual function problems,' says Dr Irwig.
'Before finasteride use, the men experienced average sexual activity of approximately 26 episodes per month, but after use, it came down to
approximately eight per month - an almost two-thirds reduction.
'Twenty per cent of patients I interviewed experienced persistent sexual dysfunction for more than five years, which makes me wonder if their persistent
sexual dysfunction is permanent,' he adds.
This was certainly Mr Malley's experience. He told Good Morning America: 'I kept expecting the side effects to go away, but they did not, they only got
worse.'
Mr Malley said before he took the drug he was engaged and worked as a public health researcher at a university in Las Vegas.
After he developed symptoms his fiancee broke off the engagement and he said he had to resign from his job because of cognitive problems. He said he is
angry no one warned him the drug could have such lasting effects.
'Even if the side effects are rare, that doesn't mean that I should not have been warned. I did have a life before this,' he told Good Morning America.
Dr Irwig said roughly 5 per cent of men who take medicine will experience sexual dysfunction, and of those 'it’s hard to tell how many will experience
persistent symptoms'.
'We know that this is a potential problem, but we can’t quantify what the exact risk is. I can’t tell a man if he has a 1-in-100 chance, or a 1-in-1000 chance of
developing persistent sexual dysfunction, but it’s pretty clear there’s a relationship here,' he says.
Topical Rogaine can be used as an alternative to Propecia - applied directly on the skin, it does not get absorbed by body and thus does not cause sexual
side effects - but Dr. Irwig says Propecia is very effective in treating hair loss and thus is commonly prescribed.
So Dr Irwig says it is crucial physicians treating male pattern hair loss discuss the possibility of persistent sexual side effects associated with finasteride with
their patients.
'I think it’s very important that doctors who are prescribing this medicine talk about potential risks, so men can make an informed decision,' he said.
In a statement, Merck said no evidence has proved a causal relationship between Propecia and long-lasting sexual dysfunction.
A spokesman said: 'Merck believes that PROPECIA (finasteride) has demonstrated safety and efficacy profiles and that the product labeling appropriately
describes the benefits and risks of the drug to help inform prescribing.
'A causal relationship between the use of PROPECIA and continued sexual dysfunction after discontinuation of treatment has not been established. We
encourage patients to talk with their doctor if they have any questions or concerns about their health, or about PROPECIA.'
Thursday, 5 July 2012
10 best foods for your Hair
Having a balanced diet, while putting a little extra emphasis on things like protein and iron, gives your hair a boost, the pursuit of shiny looks starts with a healthy balanced
diet such as fish, bananas, beans and some vegetables which is good for the 150,000 hair follicles on your head as it is for your body.
Protein, for example is the building block of hair. If you don’t get enough, you hair will grow more slowly, and strands will be weaker.
• Eggs:- it contains vitamin B that promotes hair growth and overall scalp health. A deficiency can cause brittle hair. Other high-biotin foods include peanuts, almonds, wheat
bran, salmon, low-fat cheese, and avocados.
• Bananas:- This contains minerals Silica which is good for the thickness of the hair, also helps in making hair stronger and durable.
• Green Vegetables:- it contains vitamins A and C which help to produce Sebum, a scalp oil that works as a natural hair conditioner.
• Sweet Potatoes:- These are packed with beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A, a nourishing agent for your hair and skin. Vitamin A protects against dull hair and
dry skin, a leading cause of dandruff.
• Kidney Beans:- These are Iron rich Protein which play a major role in hair maintenance and support.
• Fruits:- This contains vitamin C which helps your body to absorb Iron. Lack of vitamin C may lead to dry and weak hair.
• Fatty Acid:- They support scalp health; a deficiency can lead to dry scalp and dull hair. Good sources include salmon, sardines, herring, mackerel, flaxseeds, and walnuts.
• Healthy Oil:- No one wants dry, lackluster hair. But if your diet is too low in fat, that’s what could happen. Healthy oils like olive, peanut, safflower, and sunflower can
restore the shine. About a teaspoon a day will do the trick.
• Oysters:-This contains Zinc, a mineral that helps regulate the production of androgens. These are hormones that, in low levels, are associated with hair loss. People with low
levels of androgens can also suffer from slow hair growth and dandruff.
• Lean Red Meat:- This contains Iron and lack of Iron can lead to baldness, . “People who have problems with hair loss or hair growth tend to be iron deficient.
diet such as fish, bananas, beans and some vegetables which is good for the 150,000 hair follicles on your head as it is for your body.
Protein, for example is the building block of hair. If you don’t get enough, you hair will grow more slowly, and strands will be weaker.
• Eggs:- it contains vitamin B that promotes hair growth and overall scalp health. A deficiency can cause brittle hair. Other high-biotin foods include peanuts, almonds, wheat
bran, salmon, low-fat cheese, and avocados.
• Bananas:- This contains minerals Silica which is good for the thickness of the hair, also helps in making hair stronger and durable.
• Green Vegetables:- it contains vitamins A and C which help to produce Sebum, a scalp oil that works as a natural hair conditioner.
• Sweet Potatoes:- These are packed with beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A, a nourishing agent for your hair and skin. Vitamin A protects against dull hair and
dry skin, a leading cause of dandruff.
• Kidney Beans:- These are Iron rich Protein which play a major role in hair maintenance and support.
• Fruits:- This contains vitamin C which helps your body to absorb Iron. Lack of vitamin C may lead to dry and weak hair.
• Fatty Acid:- They support scalp health; a deficiency can lead to dry scalp and dull hair. Good sources include salmon, sardines, herring, mackerel, flaxseeds, and walnuts.
• Healthy Oil:- No one wants dry, lackluster hair. But if your diet is too low in fat, that’s what could happen. Healthy oils like olive, peanut, safflower, and sunflower can
restore the shine. About a teaspoon a day will do the trick.
• Oysters:-This contains Zinc, a mineral that helps regulate the production of androgens. These are hormones that, in low levels, are associated with hair loss. People with low
levels of androgens can also suffer from slow hair growth and dandruff.
• Lean Red Meat:- This contains Iron and lack of Iron can lead to baldness, . “People who have problems with hair loss or hair growth tend to be iron deficient.
Thursday, 21 June 2012
Male Baldness: Common Causes Of Hair Loss
As men age, they're most likely to notice it on their heads first.
Hair loss affects 20 per cent of men in their 20s, 30 per cent of men in their 30s and so on, according to hair expert Dr. Alan Bauman of Bauman Medical Group in Florida.
"There are millions of people across North America who experience hair loss," he says.
For the most part, hair loss is genetic, but the speed and pattern of baldness doesn't necessarily have to be based on your parents, Bauman told The Huffington Post Canada. "Other factors like the shape of your hairline and the colour of your hair both affect balding patterns."
And if you're smoking a pack a day, chances are this process is accelerated. Bauman says being overly stressed at work or at home, falling into bad smoking habits and lacking nutrients for strong hair and health are all ways men and women start noticing hair loss earlier. People who also tend to overuse heated tools or chemical-based sprays have higher risks of damaging their locks.
In March, researchers from the University of Pennsylvania released findings about a potential cure for baldness after discovering high levels of a protein called prostaglandin D synthase (PDG2) in bald areas of the scalp. The study claimed that creating pills with PDG2 blocking properties could help "cure" baldness, and hope to have an option on the market within the next five years.
But for the time being, one out of four Canadians don't know who to ask for help when dealing with the loss of their hair. This number doesn't surprise Bauman, who adds that some men avoid check-ups and can lose more than 50 per cent of their hair before they realize it's happening.
It's not just the fellas, either. For women, taking particular drugs, being highly stressed and using hot tools on your head can all lead to baldness.
Hair loss affects 20 per cent of men in their 20s, 30 per cent of men in their 30s and so on, according to hair expert Dr. Alan Bauman of Bauman Medical Group in Florida.
"There are millions of people across North America who experience hair loss," he says.
For the most part, hair loss is genetic, but the speed and pattern of baldness doesn't necessarily have to be based on your parents, Bauman told The Huffington Post Canada. "Other factors like the shape of your hairline and the colour of your hair both affect balding patterns."
And if you're smoking a pack a day, chances are this process is accelerated. Bauman says being overly stressed at work or at home, falling into bad smoking habits and lacking nutrients for strong hair and health are all ways men and women start noticing hair loss earlier. People who also tend to overuse heated tools or chemical-based sprays have higher risks of damaging their locks.
In March, researchers from the University of Pennsylvania released findings about a potential cure for baldness after discovering high levels of a protein called prostaglandin D synthase (PDG2) in bald areas of the scalp. The study claimed that creating pills with PDG2 blocking properties could help "cure" baldness, and hope to have an option on the market within the next five years.
But for the time being, one out of four Canadians don't know who to ask for help when dealing with the loss of their hair. This number doesn't surprise Bauman, who adds that some men avoid check-ups and can lose more than 50 per cent of their hair before they realize it's happening.
It's not just the fellas, either. For women, taking particular drugs, being highly stressed and using hot tools on your head can all lead to baldness.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
An Amazing Product Producing Amazing Results
A friend recommended Leimo to me. He has been using it for a year and half now. I could see that his hair is becoming better and better every month since he started using Leimo so I didn’t think twice about placing my order for the free trial. I’m a 36-year-old family man who has been losing hair for 2 years now. Leimo is the first thing I’ve ever tried. And guess what? My hair stopped coming off in excess in just a month, to think my friend didn’t get the same results within his free trial period! Leimo really impressed me a lot!
It contains natural ingredients like saw palmetto extracts, mistletoe, and fennel which I’ve heard are very good at preventing further hair loss.
When I first used the Bio-Cleansing Shampoo, Thickening Conditioner, Scalp Therapy, Scalp Serum, and Scalp Scrub altogether almost every day, I thought it very tedious and vain but I didn’t let it get in the way of my treatment. It’s been officially 8 months since I started using Leimo. I admit the habit does not become easy at all. But I never regretted anything. In fact, everything seems to be paying off—after all that hard work and constant reminding.
The products smelled very good. Also, the consistency was neither too thick nor thin. More than that, altogether, they made my hair softer and I also stopped accumulating dandruff. My scalp is no longer that flaky.
It’s an amazing product, definitely, a must-have for those who are starting to lose their hairs. Don’t wait for 2 years before it gets worse and harder to treat. You can visit their site and order for your free trial. You can also learn about the rest of their products, specifically the Personal Hair Laser.
Visit http://www.leimo-hairloss.co.uk for more information
Visit http://www.leimo-hairloss.co.uk for more information
Tuesday, 3 April 2012
Gotu Kola as Treatment for Hair Loss
Gotu kola is a great addition to the list of herbal remedies for hair loss. As a treatment for hair loss, it primarily promotes good hair growth.
Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) is the crawling, slender plant that grows abundantly in swampy tropical areas such as in India and Southeast Asian regions. It contains a variety of compounds that include the three triterpenes: asiatic acid, madecassic acid, and asiaticoside—all of which possess anti-oxidizing properties.
In Indian and Indonesian folk medicine, it has been used to treat several cosmetic and health conditions including wounds, skin inflammation, and varicose veins.
It is also beneficial to the central nervous system and cardiovascular system, generally.
Because of these observed benefits, gotu kola is assumed to be a good treatment for hair loss and a hair booster. In most cases of hair loss, the hair follicles reduce in size due to malnutrition. Gotu kola’s ability to strengthen blood vessels will be essential in expanding miniaturized hair follicles.
With non-constricted blood vessels, circulation to the follicles improves, thus allowing the entry of more nutrients and oxygen for the follicles. In this manner as well, the effects of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) will be reduced significantly.
In essence, gotu kola prevents further hair loss, improves the scalp condition, and especially provides a better environment for the hair follicles to produce stronger, healthier hair shafts.
On the downside, the effectiveness of gotu kola as a treatment for hair loss lacks clinical evidence like many other herbs purported to prevent hair loss and stimulate hair growth.
Because of these observed benefits, gotu kola is assumed to be a good treatment for hair loss and a hair booster. In most cases of hair loss, the hair follicles reduce in size due to malnutrition. Gotu kola’s ability to strengthen blood vessels will be essential in expanding miniaturized hair follicles.
With non-constricted blood vessels, circulation to the follicles improves, thus allowing the entry of more nutrients and oxygen for the follicles. In this manner as well, the effects of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) will be reduced significantly.
In essence, gotu kola prevents further hair loss, improves the scalp condition, and especially provides a better environment for the hair follicles to produce stronger, healthier hair shafts.
On the downside, the effectiveness of gotu kola as a treatment for hair loss lacks clinical evidence like many other herbs purported to prevent hair loss and stimulate hair growth.
However, many people can attest to its efficacy in various forms.
The usual recommended dosage of gotu kola is 600 mg three times a day. Side effects of the herb are rare although it has been linked to sarcoma and occasional skin rash.
The usual recommended dosage of gotu kola is 600 mg three times a day. Side effects of the herb are rare although it has been linked to sarcoma and occasional skin rash.
Wednesday, 22 February 2012
How Will You Prevent Hair Loss Naturally?
Hair loss is an issue that has an effect on many men and women around the world and it is making them wonder how to stop hair loss. Some people speak well of new medical science that has been able to help some people grow new hair while others remain confident that natural solutions to the problem are the best answer. The optimal way to find solutions to the alarming problem of hair loss, however, is to understand what causes this issue and then to treat the cause, not just the symptom. The studies of a variety of excellent doctors has led modern medical professionals to a more clear understanding of how to reverse hair loss using shampoos and other products.
Men have a better chance to manage with hair loss than women, especially since male pattern baldness is a hereditary issue. Up to 30 million Americans are dealing with mild to total hair loss, not as a result of a medical condition or outside stressors, but instead because of their genes. This has led many men who realize that baldness runs in their families to consider how to stop hair loss before it even begins. Hair roots die when a hormone known as DHT chokes them out and eliminates future hair growth.
A rather high number of women are also trying to find out how they can prevent hair loss since this issue is rather common for ladies. One area of concern in regards to female hair loss is that the cause is, in most cases, a health problem or an unbalanced lifestyle issue. Due to the fact that the dominant male hormone testosterone plays a part in hair loss, some women experience hair loss due to an overabundance of this hormone brought on by their diet. Loss of hair can also be caused by a medical condition called hypothyroidism that is thought to afflict about 23 million people in the United States.
Speaking with your doctor about hair loss and how to deal with it is the primary thing you should do when you notice that you are losing your hair. Even if your hair loss is completely genetic, your doctor can help you find healthy ways to keep your hair and prevent the process of hair loss from accelerating.
There are lots of hair loss shampoo products available to prevent hair loss, including Nettle for hair. Working against hair loss begins with learning how to stop hair loss and taking the right steps.
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