Hair Loss

Causes of Hair Loss

• Using chemicals like dyes, bleaches, straighteners etc for hair care.
• Combing, brushing, shampooing and any major illness can also damage hair roots.
• Most common cause of hair loss is hereditary balding or thinning.
• According to Ayurveda, excessive intake of salty, spicy and oily food may give rise to hair fall.

Symptoms of Hair Loss

• Loosing hairs on plucking lightly.
• Loosing significant amount of hairs while taking bath or combing.

Diet

• Certain foods like carrots, pumpkin, beans, whole grains, nuts etc are good.
• Diet rich in iron and calcium like green and leafy vegetables, dried fruits etc are beneficial.
• Avoid cold drinks and sugary foods and intake of tomatoes, salt and dairy products should be limited.

Remedies for Hair Loss

• Avoid combing or hard brushing & salty water for washing the hairs.
• Using coconut oil or ayurvedic oil for head at least twice or thrice a week is beneficial.
• Use herbal shampoo or soap instead of chemical soaps and shampoos.
• Using some indian herbs and products like Bhringraj, Amla, Baadam & Coconut for hairs are very much beneficial.