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Add Saw Palmetto supplement to your diet

A recent publication in a world renowned Journal mentioned that alternative and complementary medicine like saw palmetto (Serenoarepens) may increase hair regrowth in men. In the study, better hair growth was observed in men who took 400 mg palmetto in addition to 100 mg of beta-sitosterol (from saw palmetto) regularly. Historically, palmetto continues to be used by herbalists for curing thinning hair in both men and women.

Under-active thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) can cause hair thinning

Add vegetables like kelp, nori, dulse, kombu and wakame in your daily diet. These veggies are rich in iodine and can be helpful to ensure the right functioning of the thyroid gland. You also can take 100 mg or 1 mL of the herb bladderwrack (Focus vesiculosus) regularly for better thyroid functionality. If you think that you are suffering from an under-active thyroid gland visit a medical care professional.

Get enough fatty acids

Including essential fatty acids in your regular diet can be helpful to stop hair fall, promoting hair growth, naturally.  Walnuts, nuts, flax seeds, almonds, fish and avocado are common natural sources of healthy fatty acids. So include these nuts and fruits along with fish in your daily diet. You can simply munch on walnuts and almonds. Use flax seeds in any of your diet; just ensure to chew them well. Fishes like Salmon and Tuna are the richest animal source of fatty acids.

Add biotin to your diet

Biotin has been found to be a very important component for the health of hair. Deficiency of biotin can cause hair fall and hair thinning.So, if you are suffering from hair fall, include foods that are rich source of biotin in your regular diet. Meat, seafood, soy beans, eggs, dairy products, nuts, green vegetables like cabbage, kale, broccoli and cauliflower and fruits like Avocado are rich source of biotin. So, include these foods in your diet and experience the change within weeks.

Increase keratin production with MSM

Methyl sulfonyl methane is great for producing keratin (a hair protein), which helps in strengthening hairs. A study found, all the people taking MSM experienced reduced hair fall combined with increased hair growth in only six months. Milk, tomatoes and corn are naturally rich in MSM and they can stop hair fall and are also very effective to boost hair regrowth. So, include these foods in your regular diet.

Rejuvenate hair follicles with B-complex nutritional vitamins

Taking 100 mg of any B-complex supplement daily helps in hair growth. It includes biotin and vitamin B6 that reduces hair fall by increasing the blood circulation in scalp and rejuvenating the hair follicles.These food supplements are effective and sure shot solution of hair fall, but it is best if you consult your doctor before taking any such supplements.

Increase collagen production with vitamin C

Collagen makes an essential element of the hairs but as we age collagen starts to break down, leaving hairs more prone to breaking. The best way to boost collagen level in your hairs is to increase the amount of Vitamin C in your daily diet. Foods naturally loaded with vitamin C include; citrus fruits, strawberries and red pepper. Including 250 mg of Vitamin C in your daily diet can help to boost the collagen production.

Prevent the breakage with vitamin e antioxidant

Vitamin E helps in nourishing damaged hairs and also prevents breakage. It aids the body’s capability to produce more keratin to stop hair breakage. Adding 400 IU of Vitamin E antioxidant in your daily diet is a good idea to grow long and lustrous locks.However, before you start with any supplement consult your doctor first.

Eat foods rich in iron

Iron is an essential element for hairs. If you are suffering from excessive hair fall, iron deficiency can be a common reason.  Iron is essential for hair growth and is available in blackstrap molasses, leafy vegetables, leeks, cashews, dry fruits, figs and berries. Meat and poultry are also rich in iron content. So, include these iron rich foods in your diet in proper quantity to ensure that you are not suffering from anemia. You can also take an iron supplement after discussing with your doctor to get quick results.

Boost scalp blood circulation with rosemary oil

Rosemary oil has been traditionally used to increase blood circulation on the scalp. Add a few drops of rosemary oil to your coconut fat and massage your scalp regularly with this mixture. This massage will effectively stops hair fall.

Give hair a nutrient boost

It has been found that minerals like silica and zinc are also critical for hair growth. These elements contribute to keep the scalp and hairs healthy. These trace elements are needed in little amount in our body, but if there is a deficiency of these minerals, it can trigger hair fall. Beans, cucumber, mango, celery, pumpkin seeds, oysters and eggs are natural sources of these minerals, so include these foods in your regular diet. You can also take 500 mg of silica twice a day in addition to 30 mg of zinc after consulting with your doctor.

Boost blood circulation in scalp with rosemary oil

Rosemary oil has been traditionally used to increase blood circulation on the scalp.This essential oil not only stops hair fall but also boosts hair growth. However, never apply any essential oil directly to your scalp or hairs. Add a few drops of rosemary oil to carrier oil like, coconut or almond or olive oil and massage your scalp regularly with this mixture. This treatment can stop hair fall effectively.

Causes of hair fall

Stress

Stress is also a primary reason of hair fall. Three types of hair fall are associated with stress;these are, trichotillomania, alopecia areata and telogen effluvium. Though the hair fall caused due to stress is not permanent, you can control this by doing yoga or meditation or any physical exercises.

Infections or fungal diseases

Hair fall may also occur due to infections. Fungal infection like ringworm can be a major cause of hair fall. Ringworm starts as a pimple and slowly spreads resulting into bald patches. Some infections can be controlled naturally over time but you need to identify the problem and opt for the best remedy at the earliest to stop hair fall.

Heredity

Heredity is considered as a primary reason of baldness. If it is there in your genes, you can hardly do anything to stop it. However, the chance of androgenetic alopecia is much rare in women due to their genetic makeup but even women can experience hair thinning or small bald patches due to heredity.

Insufficiency of nutrients

If there is vitamin or mineral deficiency in your body, your hairs are surely going to take the heat.Protein is also vital to make the hairs strong and healthy. So, ensure to intake a proper balanced diet rich with protein, vitamins and minerals.

Aging

Aging can also be a cause of hair thinning in some cases. This generally occurs due to lack of nutrients and collagen in the body. However, it is not an obvious reason and you may not suffer from hair fall and balding even if you get old if it is not there in your genes.

PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)

In many women, PCOS is a primary reason of excessive hair fall. PCOS can be caused due to many reasons, starting from obesity to unhealthy lifestyle and hormonal imbalance. It effects the menstrual cycle in women and can trigger extreme hair fall. You need medical assistance to cure this condition.

Pregnancy

One can experience heavy hair fall during or after the pregnancy. It is generally triggered by the changes in the hormonal levels in the body of the mother during pregnancy. However, the hair lost due to pregnancy usually comes back after delivery.

Use of styling tools and chemicals

Many people use styling tools for straightening hairs. Use of chemical filled sprays for achieving a desired hairstyle is also quite common. Use of heat and chemicals destroys the hair texture and makes it prone to damage.  Donning very tight hairstyles can also affect the hair roots causing hair fall.

Medications

Certain medications can cause severe hair loss. Medications used for treating infections or hormonal imbalances can trigger hair fall in some cases.  Consult your doctor immediately in case you notice extreme hair fall after taking a particular medication.
Some recent studies have proven that drinking, smoking and sun exposure can also cause hair loss.