February 18th, 2009
Herbs have held mystical powers in the eyes of the common man, since time immemorial. But in this era of science and technology, it is unfair to ignore the rising proof of the efficacy of these herbs in various conditions.
Here are few herbs for those suffering from alopecia:
Saw Palmetto – Seranoa repens, it is protective to prostate as well as facilitates hair growth. It is extracted from berries and besides the pure forms, is also available in many marketed preparations for hair loss.
Ginkyo biloba – acting at the hair follicles, it stimulates hair growth by increasing the blood supply to the brain and the scalp. The dry extract is preferred for application.
Aloe Vera – extracted from leaves, it is of gel like consistency which when applied to inflamed skin, soothes it. Also facilitates hair growth.
Green Tea – Generic name of Camellia sinesis, catechins in the tea inhibit the synthesis of Dihydrotestosterone from its precursors. Available as tea leaves or in capsule forms, it aims at preventing baldness in males.
Besides these, other herbs of Chinese origin such as Dong Quai, He Shou Wu etc have similar modes of action and prevent and treat predominantly male pattern type of baldness due to their inhibitory action on the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase which is responsible for the synthesis of Dihydrotestosterone.
Adequate use of these herbs can really make a difference in your hair growth. So act now and prevent vital loss of hair.
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February 18th, 2009
Bad hair day can really put anyone’s mood off. And if your hair isn’t healthy, everyday will be a bad hair day. So it is essential that you take adequate care in order to enhance the health of your hair.
Before you decide to apply some chemicals or any other treatment, you must be certain regarding few aspects.
Evaluate whether your hair and scalp are dry or oily. Accordingly treat them with shampoos or home remedies. Also, dry hair should not be brushed or even massaged, that can cause extensive damage. And always use a conditioner with a shampoo. For dry hair, never use strong shampoos, as they can further damage your hair. Conditioning moisturizes your dry hair, which is the prime agenda in taking care of dry hair.
Here are few remedies, which can be tried before you seek professional help.
Take an egg, beat it with skimmed milk, till the foam is constant and apply to your scalp. After 5 minutes, wash your hair. For best results follow this atleast two times in a week.
1 cup coconut milk with 2 tablespoon full of gram flour or shikakai (1 teaspoon) is mixed and applied on scalp and hair. Massage evenly and wash after 5 minutes.
Many other remedies can be found, which over a period of time can provide your hair with the nutrients that they need. Hair care is essential and should be regularly done, so as to ensure that your hair remain healthy and shiny.
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February 18th, 2009
Hair growth requires essential vitamins, minerals and a host of other nutrients. Any deficiency of the same will reflect in your hair, resulting in dry or dull looking hair, which may even fall prematurely.
Vitamins are essential for various body functions and also to maintain hair texture and growth. There are two types of vitamins – fat-soluble and water-soluble. The fat-soluble group contains A, D, E and K. Their intake must be precisely monitored, as a required amount will provide positive results but an excess quantity can undo the same and also cause various other problems. These are generally found in green leafy vegetables, pumpkins, butter etc. Vitamin D is unique for the fact that it can be synthesized by the body on exposure to sunlight.
The water-soluble vitamin includes B and C and is relatively safer in their dosage. B-Complex can be found mainly in grains, cereals, milk and milk products while Vitamin C is mainly found in citrus fruits.
Besides vitamins, zinc and saw palmetto are few other foodstuff that should be consumed for better vitality and growth of your hair. Zinc not only improves the growth of your hair but also improves the health of your scalp. There have been cases where intake of zinc has also prevented graying of hair.
An adequate diet is a must not only to improve the health of your hair, but also to improve the overall condition of your body.
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