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.

Hair Life Cycle and How Many Hair Falls is “Normal”

How do you know that the falling hairs are natural phenomenon or the sign of baldness?  It is not possible at all when you are not home.  Most people will not keep counting the hairs fall and that life will be so stressful to keep worried about hair falls.  Don’t just wonder; check it out now what is your hair life span and how many falls per day can lead to baldness.

New hair will grow very vicious cycle like a tree. Hair lifespan is about 3 years before it will be taken to stop the growth phase.  Technically, there are 3 periods of hair growth, Anagen, Catagen and Telogen.  They are defined by age, food intake, hormones and heredity.  Growing period will be shorter when we get older and the rate of loss per day will be more.