Hair loss prevention through Ayurveda
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Preventing Hair Loss with Ayurveda
Introduction
Hair loss is a common concern for many. Understanding the causes of hair fall is essential, and it begins with knowing the structure of hair and its natural growth cycle.
Hair Structure
Our scalp hair consists of two main parts: the root and the shaft. The root resides in the scalp's skin, encased in a follicle, and ends in a bulb-shaped base. This bulb is nourished by capillaries and nerve fibers. As cells divide in the bulb, they push older cells upward, eventually forming the dead, hard hair shaft.
The hair shaft is composed of three layers: the cuticle, medulla, and cortex. The cuticle, or outer layer, protects inner layers and determines hair's shine. The medulla is the innermost layer, while the cortex, situated between the cuticle and medulla, contains pigment and keratin, providing hair with its strength and bulk.
Oil-secreting glands within the follicle add shine to hair. Stress and illness can reduce oil secretion, leading to dull hair and premature graying.
In Ayurveda, hair is seen as a tissue linked to the nutrients of bones, considered a byproduct of bone tissue.
Hair Growth Cycle
At any given moment, about 10% of scalp hair is in a resting phase, eventually falling out after 2 to 3 months. New hair then starts to grow, with the growth phase lasting from 2.25 to 6 years. Typically, 90% of scalp hair is in this growing phase. While losing some hair daily is normal, excessive hair loss can affect anyone.
Causes of Hair Loss
1. Hormonal Imbalance: For men, high levels of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in hair follicles lead to hair loss; for women, hormonal changes during pregnancy and post-delivery cause hair fall.
2. Excessive Sebum: High sebum levels clog scalp pores, hindering nutrition delivery to hair follicles.
3. Nutritional Deficiency: Inadequate nutrition contributes to hair loss.
4. Stress and Anxiety: These mental states can trigger hair fall.
5. Illness: Conditions like typhoid, viral infections, anemia, and surgical recovery can lead to general weakness and hair fall.
6. Medications: Drugs for gout, cancer, contraceptives, and antidepressants may cause hair loss.
7. Diseases: Conditions like lupus and diabetes are linked to hair loss.
8. Traction: Tightly tied hairstyles can pull hair from follicles, causing traction alopecia.
9. Heredity: Genetic factors play a role.
10. Scalp Issues: Dandruff or fungal infections can weaken hair.
11. Poor Hygiene: Accumulated dirt blocks pores, weakening roots.
Ayurvedic Perspective on Hair Loss
Ayurveda attributes hair loss to:
1. Excessive exposure to pollutants.
2. Excessive sweating.
3. Irregular sleep patterns.
4. Mental health issues like anxiety and depression.
5. Unhygienic living conditions.
6. Diseases.
7. Alcohol consumption.
Remedies for Hair Loss
1. Increase vitamin intake.
2. Ensure a high-protein and iron-rich diet.
3. Regularly consume raw vegetables, fruits, and green leafy vegetables.
4. Shampoo hair twice weekly.
5. Engage in stress-reducing techniques.
6. Avoid fungal infections of the scalp.
7. Choose hairstyles that do not pull on the hair.
Ayurveda suggests that vitiated tridoshas affect the scalp, leading to hair fall. A medicated oil containing Bhringaraja (Eclipta Alba), Amalaki (Embelica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), and Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) is recommended for hair fall relief.
For more insights on hair care, visit [AyurHelp](http://www.ayurhelp.com/hair/hair.htm).
This article is authored by Dr. Savitha Suri, an Ayurvedic Physician and webmaster of AyurHelp.
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