Remedies For Hair Loss
Written by Male Pattern Baldness Writer on April 10th, 2010An age old problem that worries men and women all over the world is baldness. Certainly baldness affects more men than women and is a problem that takes a toll on the male ego. Although there is no single cure for baldness, certain therapeutic techniques are there which reduce hair loss. Among these techniques are the use of herbs, massage and alteration in diet. The use of herbs to cure baldness will be viewed from a skeptical perspective by many people, but there are in fact few herbs that do cause a significant reduction in hair loss.
The scientific basis behind the usage of herbs is the presence of DHT inhibiting substances, DHT stands for Dihydrotestosterone. This hormone derivative is the primary reason behind hair loss. Many herbs contain chemicals that inhibit the synthesis and metabolism of DHT thereby preventing hair loss. 5 alpha reductase is the enzyme that is responsible for the synthesis of DHT. The anti DHT chemicals present in herbs blocks the action of this enzyme as well. Herbs such as palmetto, nettle roots and pygeum contain good amounts of anti DHT chemicals and hence their daily inclusion in the diet will ensure a stop to rapid hair loss.
A good diet with all nutrients is in itself a deterrent to hair loss. The nutrients obtained from a well-rounded diet plan are essential for the growth and maintenance of hair follicles. Foods rich in the mineral Zinc have a marked anti DHT effect and must be included in the diet. Foods that contain zinc are green leafy vegetables, legumes etc. The intake of excess junk food will simply interfere with normal metabolism of the body resulting in slow hair growth and reduction in the overall volume of hair. One of the main triggers of hair loss is the limited circulation in the scalp region.
You can increase the circulation in the scalp by regularly massaging the area. In will stimulate the epidermis and dermis layers beneath the skin and the capillaries, too. The stimulation increases blood coursing through the capillaries. You require a good blood supply to allow the nutrients to reach the scalp area and allow for the development of hair follicles. The massage will increase the volume of oxygen supplied to hair follicles that will further strengthen them and help in maintaining their volume.
Hair loss can cause great embarrassment within your circle of friends and business associates or in your own home. This is true with regard to a greater part of men and baldness has reduced their self-confidence. It would be better to adopt the simple remedies that have been suggested. These remedies only require hard work and continued commitment. Most complicated procedures touted as ones that can eliminate baldness are just scams and involves risk to your personal health. Remember that there is no known cure for hair loss only a committed effort at reducing baldness, this is some of the above basic remedies.