HOW TO Prevent Hair Loss and Promote Hair Re-growth

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   HOW TO Prevent Hair Loss and Promote
   Hair Re-growth




I. Definition
Everyday the scalp loses about 100 hairs and they will grow back in
5-6 weeks. Start at age 40, the levels of by-product prolactin of
testosterone of men increases, stimulating the production of the
enzyme 5-alpha reductase that causes the conversion of testosterone
to gihydro-testosterones DHT causing our hair to grow back thinner
or not grown back at all. This causes an androgenic alopecia hair
loss problem, since DHT shrinks the follicles causing hair thins and
hair receding at the forehead, crown and temple for men and thins
over the entire scalp for women.

II. Causes
1. Aging
Human aging is the biological process that is unavoidable but
controllable with healthy diet with complex carbohydrates, green
foods, garlic, onion, water and juices that will help to decrease the
aging process in some degree. It also helps to reduce the amount of
DHT produced in our body, result in postponing hair loss to our
scalp.

2. Mineral deficiency
Minerals such as calcium, iron, copper, chromium, iodine, zinc, and
magnesium are necessary to maintain healthy hair growth. Mineral
deficiency will reduce the chance to regulate the blood circulation
that promotes healthy hair growth and thyroid hormones that prevent
dry hair and hair loss as well as defects in hair color. Too much iron
is toxic to your body. Be sure to talk to your doctor before taking
any mineral supplement.

3. Oxygen deficiency
Oxygen deficiency in your blood weakens the hair follicles, leading
to dryness of the scalp and hair loss. Uncontrolled diet that is high in
saturated fat causes cholesterol building up in your arteries resulting
in less oxygen in your blood stream. Also cigarette smoking and
second hand smoke reduces the blood flow and increases the blood
clotting activity of cells which would clog the blood flow and
damage arteries causing oxygen deficiency and results in weaken of
the hair follicles.

4. Side affects of medication taken
Some medications contains elements that might cause hair loss such
as lithium, warfarin, heparin, and amphetamines. When hair loss is a
side effect of a medication, hair growth usually returns to normal
once the drug is stopped.

5. Genetic hair loss
Hair loss is due to heredity. It is passed down from generation to
generation. Genetic hair loss appears predominately in men, but may
also appear in a few select women.

III. ReGrow Hair with Nutritional Supplements
Here are some important minerals that may help to prevent hair loss
and promote hair re-growth:

1. Iron
Iron is involved in the oxygenation of your body's red blood cells. It
is essential for normal hair growth and maintaining healthy hair. If
the amount of iron can not be replaced with food intake, iron
deficiency will cause hair loss because of oxygen deficiency.

2. Zinc
It helps to secrete the scalp with much needed oil and avoid dandruff
that may cause hair loss.

3. Copper
Study shows that these tripeptide complexes may actually be able to
regrow hair, even in patients with total hair loss due to alopecia.
Healthy tissue concentrations of copper lie between 1.7 and 3.5
milligrams. Everything else will cause hair loss.

4. B vitamins
The deficiency of B vitamins (especially B6, B3, B5 and folic acid)
in your diet may lead to hair loss.

5. Biotin
Biotin works as an anti aging agent and helps to produce keratin in
preventing gray hair and hair loss.
Sources of biotin are: whole grains, egg yolks, liver, rice and milk.

6. Vitamin A
Vitamin A is important for over-all good health. It's also beneficial
to hair follicles, as it keeps the hair root lubricated. Too much
vitamin A might result in hair loss.

7. Vitamin E
Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant that aids effective circulation in the
scalp due to increased oxygen uptake in blood, therefore it plays an
important role in promoting hair growth and preventing hair loss.

8 . CQ-10
Coenzyme Q10 (CQ-10) is an essential vitamin that provides our
body with the nutrients needed to grow healthy hair. They also
promote overall vitality, and contribute to beautiful skin and strong
nails.

IV. ReGrow Hair with Foods
Here are some daily foods that might help to prevent hair loss and
promote hair re-growth

1. Yogurt and soy
Yogurt and soy contain high amounts of protein that is needed to
maintain hair growth. Study shows that soy protein reinforces hair
and stimulates its growth.

2. Dark green vegetable
Dark green vegetable contains high amounts of iron that are needed
to restore oxygen levels in the blood stream as well as nurturing the
body's cells.

3. Whole grain products
Whole grain contains zinc which is needed to maintain healthy hair.
Zinc deficiency can lead to dry hair and oily skin.

4. Essential fatty acid
Essential fatty acid can be found abundant in cold water fish. It helps
to maintain healthy cholesterol and reduce triglyceride in result of
increasing circulation of blood flow in our body.

6. Nut and seed
Nuts and seeds are fatty foods which are typically the best sources of
vitamin E, an immune enhancing antioxidant and nerve protector.
Deficiency of vitamin E can lead to skin disorders, dry hair and loss
of hair.

7. Carrots
Carrots contain high amounts of vitamin A. It is an antioxidant that
helps produce healthy sebum in the scalp. Having too much vitamin
A can lead to hair loss.
There are many other foods that help promote hair growth and
prevent hair loss, such as fruits, egg, spinach, and broccoli.

Be sure to talk to your doctor before taking large amounts of the
above foods. There may be side effects, such as overdoses of
vitamin A in carrot might result in hair loss.

V. ReGrow Hair with Herbs
1.Shikakai
Acacia Concinna is a small shrub-like tree that grows in India. It's
pod-like fruit is collected, dried and then grounded into a fine
powder. It is used to cleanse hair, and is known to promote hair
growth and get rid of dandruff. Due to these benefits, this powder
was named shikakai which means "fruit for the hair".

2. Grape seed extract
Grape seed extract is a very strong antioxidant that some use as a
supplement or remedy to various conditions. It contains high levels
of vitamin E and essential fatty acids that are essential for
maintaining hair growth and preventing hair loss.

3. Kirin Brewery new discovery
Japanese cosmetics company Shiseido working with Kirin Brewery
has discovered a unique property of an extract of hops that can help
to activate the melanocyte cells that generate hair pigment.

4. Saw palmetto
As we mentioned in another article, Saw palmetto is the number one
choice for men. Saw palmetto helps to block the formation of 5-
alpha reductase, an enzyme that causes the conversion of
testosterone to DHT that causes hair loss.

5. Basil extract
Basil Extract from the natural flowers of the basil plant, works to
quickly soothe and calm skin of the scalp.

6. Pumpkin Seed
Pumpkin seeds help to block DHT, which is responsible for genetic
hair loss. This common seed is loaded with zinc and magnesium that
have the ability to block enzymes which yield DHT causing damage
to follicles and resulting in hair loss.

7.Buddleja Davidii Extract
Buddleja Davidii extract contain active ingredients protecting the
skin against toxic radicals. It can also help reduce skin aging and
protect the skin against the damage caused from stresses and toxins.

8. Green Tea
Green tea contains the chemical globulin that helps to reduce levels
of free testosterone, so that it cannot be converted to
dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the hair follicle.

VI. ReGrow Hair with Chinese Herbs
Traditionally Chinese herbs have been around for over 4000 years
and have offered much success to prevent or cure diseases well
before the discovery of western medicine. Hair loss is directly linked
to kidney deficiency syndrome in Chinese traditional medicine.
People with hair loss problems especially in their early life may have
a weak Kidney. Here are some Chinese herbs that have been proven
in treating hair loss and promoting hair growth

1. Dong Quai
Traditionally, Chinese woman used Dong Quai to restore blood cells
and increase the circulation of oxygen in the bloodstream to cells
after period. Dong Quai contains phytoestrogen that helps to block
the androgen receptor site in result of blocking the conversion of
testerone to DHT, therefore reducing the chance of hair loss due to
aging.

2. Ginseng
Ginseng is said to have the power of rejuvenating and energizing the
body. It also helps to stimulate circulation of oxygen in our
bloodstream to the cells of our body as well as the cells in our scalp.

3. Shou wu (polygonum)
Shou Wu is a polygonum multiflorum plant. It is now being used in
conjuncture with other herbals, as an active ingredient in shampoos
and orally administered to prevent hair loss as well as aiding the
restoration of roots and production of new hair.

4.Psoralea seeds
Study shows that psoralea extract and exposure to ultra violet light
will help to restore hair loss and promote hair regrowth with a 33%
success rate.

5. Mulberry
Chinese herbalists believe that mulberry is an excellent tonic for the
kidney, liver and blood that provides more oxygen in the
bloodstream as well as small blood vessels in the scalp.

6. Chinese Yam
Numerous successful studies have been performed in examining the
benefits of the Chinese yam. Chinese yam can help to nourish the
liver, kidney and blood in result of preventing hair loss and
promoting hair growth.

7. Green tea
Green tea containing catechins inhibit the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase
that converts testosterone into hair-unfriendly DHT. So drinking
great tea everyday is an effective treatment for male pattern baldness.

8. Chinese foxblove root
Chinese foxblove root contains cornus, the chemical that help to
nurture the kidney, liver and blood in result of promoting hair
growth.

9. Wolf berry
One of the natural superfoods has been used in traditional Chinese
cooking. Wolf berry helps to eliminate toxins in the body in result of
better function of the kidney, liver and blood that help to promote
hair growth.

Chinese medicine believes that the benefit of nourishing the kidney
and blood tonic helps for healthy hair growth and preventing hair
loss.
  Author Biography
All articles By Kyle J. Norton Are For Information and Education Only,
Please Consult With Your Doctor or Related Field Specialist Before
Applying. "Let You Be With Your Health, Let Your Health Be With You"
Kyle J. Norton
I have been studying natural remedies for disease prevention for over 20
years and working as a financial consultant since 1990. Master degree in
Mathematics and BA in World Literature, teaching and tutoring math at
colleges and universities before joining insurance industries. Part time
Health, Insurance and Entertainment Article Writer.