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female hair loss
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To understand the concept of female hair loss, we need to
know something about how it grows. A single strand of hair takes
about 4-6 years to grow, then comes the resting phase during
which there is no growth.
After this phase, a new strand of hair succeeds the previous
one. The growing phase is called the anagen phase and the
resting period is called the telogen phase. So if there is hair
loss, this cycle is altered. Either the growing period is
shorter or the resting period is longer. So what causes this
alteration? A bout of fever and prolonged illness or a sudden
hormonal change are common factors which are responsible for
female hair loss. |
Diseases like lupus, diabetes, and an under active or
overactive thyroid are known to wreak havoc. Chemotherapy and
medications also contribute to rapid loss of hair.
Dieting is something that many women resort to without knowing the
consequences. How important protein is can be seen when too little or
too much of it is consumed. Too little of it or too much of it can
result in depletion in hair. When the amount of zinc or copper in the
body reduces and is at a low normal or below normal, hair loss can
result.
Remember, while zinc supplements could help, too much of it can create a
copper deficiency which may result in female hair loss. Similarly,
deficiency in iron or vitamin B-12 could aggravate the problem of hair
loss in women.
Sometimes certain hairstyles can harm the hair, A tight ponytail, tight
braiding and the use of hair extensions could contribute to hair loss.
When dyes are used to color or bleach the hair, they make the hair shaft
weak and cause them to break. Many hair loss products that promise to
help or remedy hair loss really do not work. Some work, but if
discontinued , undo all the good work that they did. Steroids and some
medications which change the immune function when used in combination
with other medications promise a head full of hair.
You have got to be wary of such tall claims. As with any other disease,
one must attack the root of the problem rather than the superficial
aspect. If the hair loss is due to a physical problem, then that
underlying aspect needs to be taken care of. There have been cases where
the hair loss has actually reduced because of doing this.
Ayurveda Hair loss remedy:
Ayurveda in India attributes female hair loss to “doshas” in the body.
These doshas can be countered with a scalp massage of Bhringraj or
brahmi oil just before bedtime. Aloe- vera has been widely acclaimed to
stop hair loss. The gel mixed with coconut milk and a little bit of
wheat germ oil is a great shampoo which has marvelous effects.
Henna is a good natural conditioner which prevents damage to the hair
shafts and seals the cuticles. Vitamin E oil applied at night before
bedtime has also shown wonderful results. A handful of sesame seeds
eaten early in the morning takes care of your calcium and magnesium
needs. Coupled with yogurt , it is said to decrease hair loss.
Aromatherapy propounds that the oils of cedar wood, thyme, rosemary and
lavender all promote hair growth.
In the final analysis, one sees that a good diet with the necessary
supplements coupled with yoga and meditation reduces the risk of female
hair loss. So a sensible approach goes a long way in helping you to
retain your crowning glory..
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