Causes of Hair Loss and Ways to Reduce Hair Loss in Men

Hair loss is one of the most common problems worldwide that is affecting 33% of the populace. Everyone loses 100 strands of hair each day. It’s a natural phenomenon; so there’s been no need to worry over a few follicles falling off.

There could be many causes of hair loss:

Stress

Stress is the biggest enemy of the hair follicle can cause sudden male pattern baldness which could last for several months. Stress can be minimized through meditation, yoga, exercises and massages that can reduce your chances of experiencing hair loss.

Genetic Causes (Heredity)

Hair loss additionally can be an issue that you essentially may have inherited from your family. If you come from a family with male pattern baldness, chances are you will also experience hair loss.

Medical conditions and hormonal changes 

Medical conditions which include alopecia areata causing patchy hair loss, scalp infections such as ringworm and a hair-pulling issue called trichotillomania.

Too Much Hair Styling

Use of excessive heat and force to style your hair cause the hair strands to become loose at the roots and your hair might not grow back. Chemicals found in dyes and styling items and almost all shampoos contains (SLS) Sodium lauryl sulfate that has been proven to corrode hair follicles.

Important nutrients needed for hair growth and required for hair strength are proteins, zinc, folic acids, selenium, niacin, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin D, folic acid, amino biotin and antioxidants.

Hard Water

Hard water has a high mineral content. While large amounts of calcium, high stores of copper and magnesium are often to blame for the development of hard water.

If your bathroom is being supplied with hard water, it can affect your hair health and weaken the hair, causing it to break and fall at an alarming rate.

Prevention :

Having a protein-rich diet

Protein is the building block of the tissues in your body and proteins are the building blocks of hair too. Make sure you are consuming adequate amounts of proteins in your diet. The best sources of protein are milk, fish, egg whites, dried beans etc.

Shampoo regularly with mild shampoo

Regular hair washing is a part of preventing hair loss as it keeps the hair and scalp clean. By doing so, you are lowering the risk of dandruff and infections that may lead to hair loss or breakage.

Make sure the shampoo is not loaded with chemicals that includes sulfate, silicone and paraben that can make your tresses brittle and hence, prone to breakage. 

Having a good balanced diet

Hair needs a good number of vitamins and minerals.

Vitamin A encourages healthy production and helps in hair growth. Vitamin A is found in leafy vegetables, mango, papaya, etc.

Vitamin B12 is additionally very helpfulin hair growth. It is found in milk, and milk products, beans etc.

A deficiency of biotin can cause hair fall and hair thinning therefore, biotin is very important for hair health. So, if you are suffering from hair fall, include foods, like nuts, green vegetables e.g. cabbage that are rich sources of biotin and dairy products, in your regular diet.

Essential Oil Scalp Massage

A scalp massage with essential oil like lavender, rosemary, and thyme for a couple of minutes helps your hair follicles remain active. The oil prevents the hair from losing its moisture as it can penetrate well within the hair shaft. Oiling also improves blood circulation and nourishes the roots. Thus, hair is less likely to suffer damage and stays dense and strong. 

Avoid brushing when hair is wet

Hair is in the weakest state when it is wet so avoid brushing wet hair to reduce chances of hair loss. Try to use a very wide-toothed comb .Also avoid brushing hair frequently as it can injure hair  and increase hair loss.

Reduce Alcoholic Beverages and avoid smoking

Drinking alcohol reduces hair growth so if you are experiencing hair loss than lessen your alcohol intake. Avoid smoking because smoking cigarettes reduce the amount of blood flowing to the scalp causing a reduction in hair growth.

Reduce Your Stress Levels

Most of the time, the root cause for hair loss are tension and stress that can also interfere with your natural hair growth. Try spending a few minutes meditation or yoga  can help relieve the body of stress  and calm your mind.

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