Keep Your Hair Thick and Money Safe

Guess how much you pay for pampering your hairs and treating hair loss per month.  Before you spend money for any special hair treatment, why do not you try these hair beauty tips to keep you hair healthy and shiny, and off course, to less risk of hair loss. 

Skip Styles that Damage Hair

You may want to update fashion and be cool.  But…tight ponytails and braids can break off hair and damage the hair follicle or even cause scaring hair loss. Continuous pulling can even lead to hair loss. Extensions add weight to the hair and also put pressure on the follicle. Also, be aware that wet hair is more fragile, so you shouldn't put your hair in braids or a ponytail while it's wet. If you really love decorating your hairs, dermatologists recommend wearing extensions for no more than three months. 

Vitamin and Mineral Source for Women Hair Loss

Since there are no miracle drugs for hair loss, we have to combine all relevant knowledge to get the best of treatment.  In integrative medicines for hair loss, right dietary do help improve healthy hair.  Eating foods that naturally contain the following vitamins and minerals or natural vitamin supplements can help hair growth and stop hair falls either in women or men, especially if the reason of hair loss comes from poor diet.

IRON is important for healthy hair. Women with iron deficiency status are at a risk of telogen hair loss. 

Bald Fact: Rise of Japanese Baldness- Dietary and Genetic Change?

Some people thought that hair loss was extremely rare in Japan prior to World War II.  But because of diet and genetic changes following westernization and marriages with Westerners, hair loss has become increasingly more common. About 8 million men in Japan are thought to be worried by hair loss or receding hairlines, and a large industry had built up around their concerns. Complaints about bogus cures are on the rise. 

Since genetic factors play a big role in hair loss, the fact that Japan was largely isolated for many centuries could be one of the reason for baldness being less prevalent; however, this may be true or false understanding about hair loss in Japan.  There are no enough studies to prove that baldness as being rare in Japan prior to World War II.  So, this may be misperception based upon anecdotal observations.

Healthy Diet for Healthy Hair

You can find almost everything in the kitchen, including the helper for hair loss and hair growth solution for some people.  We are talking about the proper dietary for inside-out treatment.  If you think the quote “You are what you eat” is true, it will not be possible to get healthy hair by eating junk food.  Though some homemade remedies can do some help,it is necessary to change your food intake behavior and below is samples of healthy food for healthy hairs.

Eggs are easily bought for cooking and it is really good for healthy hair. Eggs are one of the best protein sources you can find. They also contain biotin and vitamin B-12, which are important beauty nutrients. Without adequate protein or with low-quality protein, one can experience weak brittle hair, while a profound protein deficiency can result in loss of hair color.

Nuts are good source of many minerals. Brazil nuts are one of nature's best sources of selenium, an important mineral for the health of your scalp. Walnuts contain alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid that may help condition your hair. Nuts are also a good source of zinc, as are cashews, pecans, and almonds. A zinc deficiency can lead to hair shedding, so make sure nuts are a regular on your healthy hair menu.

Beans are simple food for healthy hair. Legumes like kidney beans and lentils should be an important part of your hair-care diet. Not only do they provide plentiful protein to promote hair growth, but rich iron, zinc, and biotin. In rare case, biotin deficiencies can result in brittle hair. Three or more cups of lentils or beans each week is a good idea.

Dark Green Vegetables is a healthy hair food.  Spinach, broccoli and Swiss chard, is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, which your body needs to produce sebum. The oily substance, secreted by your hair follicles, is the body's natural hair conditioner. Dark green vegetables also provide iron and calcium.

Salmon is healthy dietary.  It is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, high-quality protein, vitamin B-12 and iron. Essential omega-3 fatty acids are needed to support scalp health. A deficiency can result in a dry scalp and thus hair, giving it a dull look.  If you are vegetarian and need omega-3 fatty acids, one or two tablespoons of ground flaxseed in your daily diet are alternative choice.

Whole Grains are good organic source of healthy hair.  Whole grains, whole-wheat bread, fortified whole-grain breakfast cereals and even a whole-grain snack contain lots of zinc, iron, and B vitamins.  

Low-Fat Dairy Products like skim milk and yogurt are great sources of calcium, an important mineral for hair growth. They also contain whey and casein, two high-quality protein sources. 

Pumpkins are an excellent source of beta carotene and vitamin A, which promotes a healthy scalp along with good vision. Since a healthy scalp is essential for a shiny, well-conditioned head of hair.

Don’t be extreme.  Lack or access of some nutrition, vitamin and minerals can be the cause hair loss instead of fixing the problem, for example, excess vitamin A can cause hair loss and excess amount of foods containing beta carotene can make your skin yellowish.  And if you decide to take natural supplements or herbs, especailly for male pattern baldness, choose the FDA’s approved ones and make sure you carefully read the label for proper dose.  

How Life Styles and Medications Cause Hair Loss

If you are living in the city and have to wake up early to get the school or office in time, without good breakfast or exercise, you should know that this lifestyle can cause hair loss as well some medication prescriptions.

Poor Diet : Poor diet can lead to hair loss as well as many diseases.  Below poor diets can make you regret.

• Weight loss. Hair loss can happen 3 to 6 months after losing weight more than 15 pounds. 
• Eating disorder. Anorexia or bulimia can lead to hair loss.
• Vitamin A excess. Getting too much vitamin A can lead to hair loss.