The top 3 reasons for losing your hair
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Top 3 Reasons for Hair Loss
Overview
Hair loss, or alopecia, affects both men and women. According to scientific research, three primary factors contribute to this condition:
1. Excess DHT
2. Pseudo-estrogen Chemicals
3. Nutrient Deficiency
Excess DHT
DHT, or dihydrotestosterone, is a potent form of testosterone. When free testosterone converts to DHT, it binds to hair follicle receptors, blocking essential nutrients. As a result, hair becomes thin and weak, leading to the notorious "peach fuzz" appearance seen in some young men.
Historically, eunuchs, who do not produce testosterone, never experienced hair loss, a phenomenon that intrigued philosophers like Plato. Men are more prone to male pattern baldness due to DHT, whereas women typically experience more diffuse thinning. DHT inhibiting treatments are most effective in younger men, highlighting that excessive DHT is not the sole factor behind hair loss.
Pseudo-Estrogen Chemicals
In China, hair loss among women has been rare. However, in the last two decades, there has been a rise in cases, particularly in industrial regions. This surge is linked to industrial chemicals that mimic estrogen effects. These pseudo-estrogens bind to hair follicle receptors, depriving them of crucial nutrients, similar to DHT's action.
In obese men, increased fat cells contain the enzyme aromatase, which converts testosterone to estrogen. Additionally, bacteria in fat cells can produce estrogen-like chemicals, contributing to hair loss.
Nutrient Deficiency
Hair requires a variety of nutrients to thrive. Theories suggest that both DHT and estrogen-like chemicals obstruct nutrient access by binding to hair follicles. Even in their absence, a lack of essential nutrients alone can lead to hair loss.
Experiments on mice have demonstrated this effect. Scientists disrupted genes regulating hair and scalp in mice, genes usually controlled by vitamin D. This led to rickets and significant hair loss. When these mice were given vitamin D, they experienced rapid hair growth.
Deficiencies in copper and zinc have been shown to accelerate hair loss. Copper peptides, initially used as healing accelerants, have been found to promote hair growth around wounds.
For women, iron and the amino acid L-lysine are crucial. Their absence is linked to hair loss, and therapies involving these nutrients have benefited many women.
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Understanding these three factors can help in developing more effective treatments for hair loss, ensuring healthier hair for both men and women.
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