tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2627049850810686682024-02-18T18:54:33.230-08:00Woman Thinning HairUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-65350836897117007782011-07-27T23:55:00.000-07:002011-07-27T23:55:00.717-07:00Hair Growth Vitamins for Strong, Healthy and Shiny Strands <P>Hair is made up of protein, water and oil. Keeping the delicate balance between these components is the key to strong, healthy and shiny strands. The nutrition received by hair is also often reflected in the quality of strands. Nutrient deficiency is actually one of the common factors that influence hair loss in addition to stress, hormonal imbalance and iron deficiency. When our body lacks one of the important hair growth vitamins, the deficiency is often revealed by the condition of our hair. Apparently, hair quality depends largely on nutrition. The strands which do not receive sufficient amount of hair growth vitamins and minerals often lack luster and are prone to breakage and damage.</P><P>Vitamin deficiency is very common among individuals who are into specific types of diet wherein some of the important nutrients may be omitted. By opting for such kind of diet, many individuals unknowingly promote damage to their hair. Hair is normally the last part of the body to receive nutrients and thus, it normally experience cut back in terms of nutrition. A lot of researches have shown the influence of the lack of important nutrients in hair loss. It is necessary to eat a balanced diet to obtain the necessary hair growth vitamins and minerals. In some cases, individuals have to take supplements.</P><P>Supplementation has become common nowadays. These supplements are intended to help prevent vitamin deficiencies and common disorders. At present, supplements are also used to help individuals with hair loss problem. Supplementation with vitamins is important because they help promote growth, strengthen and lengthen hair and prevent hair loss and other problems. They are really important for healthy scalp and hair include antioxidants vitamins A, C and E and the entire range of B vitamins.</P><P>Vitamin A plays important role in the growth of cells and tissues including the cells of the scalp and hair. It also produces and protects the natural oils in the scalp therefore providing lubrication necessary for hair growth. The entire range of B vitamins is important for growth. However, among the B-vitamins, biotin is considered as the most important for nourishment and growth of healthy hair. B vitamins promote growth and prevent hair loss. They provide a protective function for the hair follicles. The B vitamins also promote circulation in the scalp. The scalp needs good circulation all the time because nutrients are carried by the blood and supplied to the hair follicles by the capillaries. Good circulation provides abundant supply of nutrients in the entire scalp. Obstruction of the circulation can certainly affect hair growth.</P><P>Hair also needs vitamin C. Vitamin C functions in providing healthy scalp and healthy environment for hair to grow. It also prevents damage of the hair follicles and improves circulation. The antioxidant vitamin E protects the hair and hair follicles from damage. It helps promote hair growth and regrowth. Vitamin E also protects the natural oils in the scalp. Hair growth vitamins indeed play very important role in the scalp. If you want healthy and shiny strands, you should consider taking supplements.</P><P>Michael Stanford is a freelance writer in the nutritional industry. He has contributed research on many of the top hair loss treatments available today, as well as serving as a consultant to the supplement industry for the past four years.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6362117" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-8622868263156884652011-07-27T16:04:00.000-07:002011-07-27T16:04:00.692-07:003 Reasons You Should Be Taking Hair Growth Supplements for Hair Growth <P>Hair loss usually begins and noticed when you find several strands of hair in the hairbrush each morning. Then, later on, there will be visible patches that will appear that needs to be covered up with a hat. This is the time that you are going to need some hair growth supplements. You do not have to worry about having too much of these supplements because your body will naturally get rid of the excess by excretion.</P><P>To make your hair healthy and shiny, these supplements are really necessary. These should be taken everyday to ensure that your scalp gets all the nutrients that it needs. These supplements are usually formulated to suit all types of hair; however, there are some companies that design different products for different hair types. These will help you to make your hair grow faster. Here are the three main reasons why you should be taking hair growth supplements for faster hair growth.</P><P><STRONG>Gives you Thick and Healthy Hair</STRONG></P><P>These supplements help men and women to achieve fuller head of hair. Taking 5mg of these supplements per day is really enough to take care of your hair loss. Hair growth supplements will help you to have a thick and healthy hair. Supplements also promote cell rejuvenation and repair damaged cells.</P><P><STRONG>Positively Affect Hormone to Promote Hair Growth</STRONG></P><P>These supplement can also affect your hormone levels positively. Hair growth is affected by fluctuation in the level of hormones in your body. Hormones can immediately alter the activity of hair follicles. Supplement can also affect the activity levels of certain vitamins and minerals. For instance, taking vitamin C and vitamin B12 and lysine will help in absorption of iron.</P><P><STRONG>Removes Toxins Out of the Body</STRONG></P><P>These supplements help creation of healthy cells in the body by removing harmful toxins from the body. Healthy cells also mean healthy hair and skin and this is why people who are losing their hair need supplements.</P><P>These supplements can be in the form of medicines or dietary supplements. A healthy diet should provide your body with all the necessary vitamins. But this does not happen normally. If your diet is not providing the necessary nutrients, you should take vitamins as supplements.</P><P>In fact, I would recommend doing both. Include all the vegetables, fruits, nuts, dairy products and some poultry products to give your body a healthy dose of vitamins. But a lot of vitamin is usually lost in processing the food. In such a case, you should take vitamin supplements for hair growth.</P><P>If you are having any kind of hair loss problem resulting in thinning hair, you need to take action right now. There are many surgical as well as non surgical solutions for you.<BR>You will find a lot of useful information on hair growth supplements at my blog on hair care. You can also check out this article for more information on how to speed up hair growth.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6358466" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-1591110984668263092011-07-27T06:40:00.000-07:002011-07-27T06:40:00.455-07:00Mantis Magnifier Favored in Hair Transplant Surgery <P>The Mantis Elite is a state of the art stereo viewing system, from Vision Engineering. Over one hundred thousand units have already been sold and installed for research, medical, educational, industrial, and other applications. Among these applications, biomedicine is an industry where the Mantis magnifier is a favored tool by practitioners.</P><P>For centuries, medical researchers and scientists have been searching for a cure to prevent and combat male baldness. Hair transplant surgery is the most enduring approach discovered in addressing this problem. In this procedure, the patient's own hair is transplanted into another area on the head. Transplant surgery has been transformed significantly and has become a fast, realistic and a very low-stress process.</P><P>The modern hair transplant procedure involves transferring around 1500 grafts, each containing between one and four hairs, to the treatment area on the head. Grafts are taken from the donor strip that is removed from the rear of the head. The strip will typically be between 9 millimeters and 12 millimeters wide and seventy-five millimeters or more long. This number depends on the quantity of donor grafts required. After the graft is removed, the scar will be closed and will become unnoticeable to everyone but a very thorough examiner.</P><P>After the grafts are created, they are placed into a petri dish, ready for the surgeon to begin the procedure. To imitate the way hair grows naturally, the client's front hairline is constructed by using single-hair micro grafts. Larger areas are grafted with the minigrafts, which contain up to four hairs.</P><P>The Mantis Transplanter has become a popular solution for low magnification viewing requirements, worldwide. The device is used for tasks such as sample handling, dental manufacture, dissection, quality & inspection, task checking, and other applications. This non-eyepiece instrument will provide true stereo images with user-selected magnification ranging from 2x to 10x. Operators that wear contact lenses or spectacles can also use the device, making it incredibly easy to work with compared to just a regular binocular microscope.</P><P>The Mantis was designed to permit optical performance and optimal posture, while at the same time being able to deliver very high clarity images. The ergonomic design allows Mantis microscope operators to do their work comfortably and effectively for extended periods. In example, this device has been proven very efficient for a technician separating follicular units while performing hair transplant surgery.The Mantis is especially efficient when working with highly detailed procedures needing high attention to detail.</P><P>URL - http://www.smtinspection.com/</P><P>Company Name - SMTInspection Microscopes</P><P>Company Profile - We provide quality equipment for printed circuit board inspection, as well as manual assembly equipment. The product range begins with simple optical magnifiers and extends through the Scienscope Microscope and Mantis Microscope brands including binocluar and trinocular PCB inspection microscopes. We also feature circuit board racks and fixtures, and PCB cleaning equipment.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6373806" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-29547179966127713932011-07-26T23:22:00.000-07:002011-07-26T23:22:00.418-07:00You Cannot Afford a Cheap Hair Transplant <P>Some cosmetic procedures are being offered cheap! One of these procedures is the extremely competitive hair transplant industry which is the number one cosmetic procedure chosen by men. If you make the mistake of choosing the wrong clinic, based on price alone it could end up costing you plenty! Hair loss affects about 60 million men and women. By age 50, 50% of all men will be experiencing some stage of hair loss. The hair loss industry is loaded with companies selling potions, lotions, shampoos, herbs, pills, laser lights, and many other unproven remedies to stop, slow, or even grow back one's hair.</P><P>There has been a very limited amount of success with any of the above. However, it seems every few months a new miracle cure is hitting the late night home shopping channel. The only real proven solution that can grow hair in a thinning or bald area is known as a hair transplant surgical procedure. This is the method of moving hair from the back area of the head. This area is referred to as the donor area or safe zone. Most hair loss in the 60 million men and women is genetic. It is for this reason the hair, when moved from the donor area will not fall out. It is genetically programmed not to. This is the primary reason why a hair transplant procedure works. However, the surgery dates back to the 1950's. From 1950 to about 1985, the surgery produced limited results. Since the small bundles of hair moved from the donor were grouped too large, the result coined the phrase, plugs. Usually this appearance occurred when the patient lost the existing hair a few years following the procedure it produces a "corn row" or "dolls head" look.</P><P>The industry has come a long way since then. The surgery has been refined into what is referred to as a follicular unit transplant. A strip of tissue is removed from that same donor safe zone. However, today, high magnification is used to dissect the tissue into follicular units. Follicular units can contain one, two, three, or four hairs. Sites are created in the thinning area. Sites are tiny holes the doctor makes using a very fine instrument. The doctor will use the proper angles and spacing in order for the new hair to grow natural and as close together as possible. This is an outpatient procedure and takes from four to six hours depending on different variables. Local anesthesia is used with minimal discomfort. If the procedure is done properly it is quite a rewarding experience. If done improperly, it can become a patient's worst nightmare. This is where in most cases you cannot afford to buy a cheap hair transplant.</P><P>Since the procedure is extremely labor intensive, as stated above it requires skilled staff. A skilled staff requires an above average wage per hour. The doctor surrounds himself with experienced staff. Would you rather pay less and get less experienced staff? Less experienced staff will not prepare the tissue as well. Some of the hair grafts will not survive. Less experienced staff will not place the tissue as well. Misplaced tissue will create an environment where the hair will not grow. You cannot afford to have the hair not grow.</P><P>So I guess it is safe to say we agree on the importance of a highly skilled tech team. Another way to lower your price is to agree to have your surgery along with three, four, or maybe even five other patients on the same day. That means more revenue for the practice. An example would be comparing one patient paying $12,000 for a procedure and being the only patient of the day or five different patients having surgery at the same time and paying $6,000 each. Which is better for the practice, $12,000 or $30,000? I think we know the answer to that. But let's get back to staff. If there are five patients and each patient will need at least three staff for proper service, that's fifteen staff members.</P><P>Let's say three surgeries start at 8AM and 2 start at 1PM. If that is the case, let's reduce the staff down to ten. How do you feel if you are the 1PM patient and your staff members are getting tired? Remember, this is a very labor intensive procedure. Cutting tissue under a microscope is not easy. How about the fact that there is more inexperienced staff working on you. You cannot afford a cheap hair transplant.</P><P>The reason you cannot afford to buy a cheap hair transplant is your result may be set up for failure. If that is the case and hair does not grow, you have wasted your money and will need to do it all over again, most likely pay more, and have less donor area to work with. That is the best case scenario. The worst case scenario is what normally walks through the door of most hair specialists on a daily basis. This is where the patient is scarred in one or both areas of the procedure. Usually there is an excessively wide scar. And the recipient area where the hair was placed has a cobblestone look or is pitted. Now, the specialist is limited and need to perform corrective work.</P><P>That will result in at least another procedure if not two more. Now you know why you cannot afford to purchase a cheap hair transplant. The following are some helpful hints when it comes to pricing a hair transplant procedure. Make sure the doctor you choose is a specialist meaning all he does is hair surgery. DO NOT choose a plastic surgeon that does hair surgery a few times each week. DO NOT go to a large company which employs doctors on a percentage basis which they all do. Chose a practice where you will be the only patient or no more than one of two on any given day. Try to find a practice that prices in cost per hair, NOT cost per graft or follicular unit.</P><P>They can manipulate grafts and follicular units. No one can manipulate hairs. Make sure to ask questions regarding how many hairs it will take to fill in an area and get a good idea of the density in that area. Here is a clue. In an area which is completely skin bald, you will most likely need a second procedure for that area. However, this will be solely based on your own personal expectations.</P><P>Now I hope you have a much better understanding why you simply cannot afford to purchase a cheap hair restoration surgery.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6369289" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-24607768847836669532011-07-26T16:04:00.000-07:002011-07-26T16:04:00.233-07:00Is Biotin What Your Thin Hair Needs? <P>As people continue to search for ways to fight hair loss, more focus has been put on diet regimes. Clearly what you eat affects the rest of your body, so it makes sense that it would also affect your hair. Biotin in particular is a dietary supplement that has become a popular form of treatment for hair loss. Biotin, also known has vitamin B7, was discovered in the early twentieth century. Scientists later learned that biotin played a major part in promoting cell growth in human bodies. Studies have since shown that biotin also helps promote stronger and healthier hair. As a result, numerous hair care products include it as an ingredient, and biotin supplements have become part of many hair-conscious diet regimes.</P><P><STRONG>Giving Your Body the Biotin that It Needs</STRONG></P><P>The best way to get a healthy dose of biotin is through your diet. Most people already obtain enough through their normal diet. Liver, raw egg yolks, and peanuts are known to have very high concentrations of biotin, but numerous other foods also provide you with a great source for the vitamin. Not to mention under normal conditions your body is also able to produce biotin. If you have a deficiency or you want to increase your intake of biotin in the hope of stimulating hair growth, then you should take a biotin supplement as opposed to using a topical treatment. Biotin does not absorb well through the hair, so biotin-based shampoos, conditioners, and topical creams that have biotin in them will have little effect on your hair or any potential growth. Some of those products may still improve the thickness of your hair, but that will be due to the other ingredients, not the biotin.</P><P><STRONG>Does Biotin Really Improve Hair Growth?</STRONG></P><P>If you are suffering from male pattern baldness, then biotin isn't going to solve all of your problems. That doesn't mean it can't benefit your hair though. There is no doubt that biotin is essential for healthy hair. In many cases taking biotin supplements may help improve the overall quality of your hair. Despite varying reports regarding the effectiveness of biotin, most people who have taken the supplements have enjoyed positive results. After you start taking biotin, you'll first see noticeable improvement in the health of your nails. It may take a month or longer, but in time you will start seeing great results for your hair as well. A proper diet, with a healthy amount of biotin, will result in thicker, healthier hair with less split ends. As far as hair loss goes, this is not a miracle cure though. Biotin will not result in the regrowth of hair.</P><P>B. Ferguson is a freelance writer who covers a variety of topics including hair care, business, travel, and film. If you found this article interesting, then you may also enjoy reading about Hair Growth Supplements.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6383276" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-85358212252346291922011-07-26T07:20:00.000-07:002011-07-26T07:20:00.787-07:00Stop Your Hair Loss Today <P>More and more people all across the world are having hair thinning and hair loss issues nowadays. It is a good thing that there are excellent herbs that stop hair loss problems at quite effectively. There are so many factors that cause hair fall, but most people do not care about these causes and they will just immediately look for medications that will help cure their problem. Some people will use products like oils and creams and there are some who will find treatment in terms of herbal medicines.</P><P><STRONG>Head Massage</STRONG></P><P>There are a lot of herbal medicines in the market today, but they will not take effect unless they are applied together with a gentle massage to the scalp. Research says that regular scalp massage is very good to keep hair and scalp healthy. Scalp massage should be done using the fingertips. Doing this regularly will improve blood flow in the scalp and promote healthy hair growth.</P><P><STRONG>Herbs for Hair Loss Treatment</STRONG></P><P>You may also use other types of herbal remedies such as henna, Aloe Vera, saw pimento, and nettle root. These remedies need to be mixed together and applied to the scalp to stop your hair fall today. Since they are herbs, they are very much safe and effective. They can also make hair safe, strong and smooth. These herbs will help retain the shine and health of you hair.</P><P>In addition, all of these herbs are very popular because of their ability to cleanse and detoxify. They can get rid of toxins and prevent scalp infections. They are very good in maintaining the growth of hair. Men and women can benefit from these great treatments. These herbs doe not only detoxify it also improve the immune system of the body. In other words, they perform several functions like nourishing, cleaning, repairing and rejuvenating all the structures connected with the hair follicles. Hair follicles can again take part in the life cycle and get some nutrients. Once they are properly nourished, you can be assured that hair growth will return back to normal.</P><P><STRONG>Vitamins For Hair</STRONG></P><P>Just as your body needs essential vitamins and minerals for a healthy body, your hair follicles need essential nutrients to grow healthy. If your diet is not sufficient to provide all these nutrients, you need to take vitamins. Some of these vitamins are essentially are all the vitamin B group, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin H and vitamin E. You also need some minerals. These are silica, zinc, iodine and iron. Check to see that your diet is providing all these in necessary proportion to your body. Otherwise you may need to take them as vitamin supplements.</P><P><STRONG>Dietary Supplement For Hair </STRONG></P><P>You need a diet rich in protein, fatty acids and the vitamins and minerals discussed above. And there are fruits that can supply your body with these. Include in your diet sufficient quantity of carrots, citrus foods, dark leafy vegetables, red bell peppers, avocados, berries and flax seeds.</P><P>All the above discussed steps will help you stop hair loss and promote healthy hair growth.</P><P>If you are having any kind of hair loss problem resulting in thinning hair, you need to take action right now. There are many surgical as well as non surgical solutions for you.<BR>You will find a lot of useful information on hair growth supplements at my blog on hair care. You can also check out this article for more information on how to speed up hair growth.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6350897" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-43939560179865197222011-07-26T00:18:00.000-07:002011-07-26T00:18:00.648-07:00Supplements to Prevent Hair Loss <P>Hair growth and hair loss are currently very popular topics since a lot of people are experiencing premature balding, and still more people are concerned with growing thicker and healthier hair. There are a lot of different options out there and a lot of unsubstantiated claims, but to be honest, there's no miracle cure. I'm not saying that growing stronger and healthier hair or preventing balding isn't possible though. Here are some of the most effective supplements associated with hair loss.</P><P>1. Biotin</P><P>Biotin, also known as vitamin H has been found to be associated with hair growth. It has also been linked to stopping premature graying in some individuals.</P><P>2. Pantothenic Acid</P><P>Taking Pantothenic Acid is associated with the growth of thicker hair, and deficiency in can lead to a reduced capacity to grow hair. Pantothenic acid is a mineral, not a vitamin.</P><P>3. Vitamin B</P><P>Vitamin B has been found to strengthen hair follicles and for this reason has become very popular in shampoo products. Getting vitamin B in your diet, however, may be much more important than vitamin B in shampoo.</P><P>4. Protein</P><P>About 90% of the structure of hair is made of protein, so it's no wonder that it's important for hair growth. Dietary protein is likely to be especially scarce in people eating high-carb diets.</P><P>5. Vitamin A</P><P>Vitamin A is extremely important for the body, but some research has found that excess vitamin A may hamper hair growth.</P><P>6. Zinc</P><P>Scalp problems often result from Zinc deficiency, which eventually leads to hair loss.</P><P>7. Vitamin D</P><P>Vitamin D plays an important role in regulating the hair growth cycles, therefore influencing patterns of hair loss or growth. Sufficient vitamin D is essential to healthy hair.</P><P>All of that being said, I want to emphasize that while all of these supplements are related to hair loss or hair growth, they're not guaranteed to work for any particular person. Everyone is different and has different deficiencies. Moreover, hair loss is often related to genetics or deficiencies in diet which supplements can't always be a substitute for. Through writing these articles, my goal is to give you the best information I can, not to sell you something. Please don't get the idea that any of these vitamins will magically regrow hair 100% of the time. If you want to try some of the hair-loss supplements, great, but just keep in mind that there are often a lot of other factors to account for.</P><P>Josh Frey is a Personal Trainer and runs The Vitamin Source Blog. More information about hair loss and vitamins can be found at the blog: http://thevitaminsource.net/vitamin-d-deficiency-and-hair-loss/ and http://thevitaminsource.net/what-does-vitamin-a-do/.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6379298" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-5988477744664382372011-07-25T15:16:00.000-07:002011-07-25T15:16:00.350-07:00If Your Hair Loss Was Caused By Your Diet Would You Want To Know? <P>If you were starting to lose your hair, or were already the proud owner of a large bald patch and it was caused mainly by a poor diet would you want to know about it or would you prefer to carry on regardless and let hair loss continue to ruin your looks?</P><P>Most people shy away from the truth, did you know that? They close their eyes to the problem and just hope that it will go away by itself! It never does though!</P><P>In most cases, when people are told that such a ridiculously simple thing as lack of vitamin nourishment was one of the main causes of their hair loss and by merely switching over to a healthier food intake and using certain vitamin supplements would go a heck of a long way to putting an end to their condition, they just totally close their ears and eyes to it!</P><P>But Why? It makes sense and it's so darned easy to change your diet.</P><P>The truth is that lack of nourishment carried by the blood stream to the hair follicle is a major reason why hair starts falling out - Alopecia! And if someone suffering with excessive hair fall was willing to make a drastic change to what he or she eats, then most likely they would notice a drastic improvement in their hair condition too! Quickly!</P><P>So there it is: Doctors and hair specialists have known for years that a poor diet plays a major role in hair loss and they positively go out of their way to bully people into improving their food consumption and eat fresh, healthy food rather than live off fatty and salty take-out and processed foods.</P><P>A bad diet won't do anyone any good, it has to go! Especially if you are starting to worry about hair loss!</P><P>Eating a bad diet is not the only cause of hair loss, read more.</P><P>Visit http://www.hairlossbeaten.com/ and grab my FREE 20 page eBook that will show you exactly how to beat hair loss and re grow healthy new hair within months</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6374620" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-63299556819678057292011-07-25T05:16:00.000-07:002011-07-25T05:16:00.507-07:00Natural Hair Loss Remedies That You Could Use At Home <P>Hair loss is something that impacts both men and women causing them to feel self conscious about their appearance and even losing confidence. It's a difficult situation to be in when you feel young but are starting to look much older since your hair is falling out. While there are chemical treatments that you could use, there are also natural hair loss remedies that you could consider as well to help.</P><P>One of the biggest things one must do before pursuing any type of hair treatment is to understand that progress of hair loss treatment will depend a lot on the individual. Studies have shown that being positive, does indeed, increase ones' chances of hair loss treatment, so be sure to always remain in a positive state.</P><P>Some types of hair loss is actually caused by nutritional deficiencies. This happens because the body is using nutrition on more important parts of the body and not your hair. Your diet needs to change. If you start eating better foods full of nutrition like fruits and vegetables for example, your hair might start to improve it's overall health. Even if it doesn't completely grow in, the hair that you do have will be healthier and a bit thicker. If you have a hard time eating this type of healthy food, blending it into an easy drink might be best.</P><P>Stress can be a big determinant factor as well as many other issues. One remedy that you might consider is learning how to really relax especially after those long days. If you can cut back just a bit on your overall stress levels, you will be able to feel much better about yourself and your hair might not be falling out all the time.</P><P>Some people will apply natural foods to the head as just one of many natural hair loss remedies. One of the more popular versions of this is a mixture of coconut oil and lime. Some have shown a lot of positive results by massaging it directly into the scalp each day.</P><P>Avoid certain type of hair products as they might be a contributing factor. Hair dryers, straighteners, and harsh chemical hair products might be part of the problem. Getting rid of these and using natural methods will help you.</P><P>Be sure to check out the many natural hair loss remedies so that you can find a method that might work for you with your hair loss problems.</P><P>Visit this site now to obtain more information on baldness cure and male pattern baldness solutions.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6400054" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-27949482086941135282011-07-24T21:57:00.000-07:002011-07-24T21:57:00.663-07:00Hair Loss In Women - Using Traditional and Conventional Medicine To Stop And Re-Grow Hair <P>Introduction</P><P>Hair loss in women is not uncommon among today's women. In fact, about 20 to 30 million women are suffering from hair loss due to various causes, with the main cause being female pattern baldness. To correct this problem, women turn to various cures to stop their hair loss and re-grow their hair. Some turn to traditional medicines and some rely more on conventional medicines, and an increasing amount use a combination of both.</P><P>Today studies are finding that a combination of both traditional and conventional medicine are more effective than just using one by itself. In fact, a survey conducted recently found that 60% of households complement their conventional medicine with traditional medicine.</P><P>Traditional Versus Conventional Medicine</P><P>Traditional medicine is the medicine we used to take before we started focusing on manufactured medicine. This medicine includes such practices as: <BR>AcupunctureHerbal supplementsHypnosis<P>For hair loss, most people turn to herbal supplements to stop this condition and re-grow their hair. One of the main supplements they turn to is Saw Palmetto. Saw Palmetto has been used for centuries by native Indians to help with urinary problems.</P><P>In Europe, it has been found to be an effective DHT Blocker. DHT (dihydrotestosterone) is the hormone that causes male and female pattern baldness by blocking nutrients to the hair strand and the follicle. Lack of nutrients to the follicle will cause the hair strand to fall out and the follicle to die. By blocking the formation of the hormone DHT, you can effectively stop your hair loss.</P><P>Now conventional medicine is manufactured and prescribed or recommended to you by doctors who practice medicine. It is also known by such names as orthodox or western medicine. Conventional medicines, such as Minoxidil, have been approved by the Federal Drug Administration for use in treating loss of hair.</P><P>The way Minoxidil works to stop hair loss is not well-known, but before being used to stop this condition, it was used to control blood pressure. It is believed that Minoxidil allows more blood to get to the scalp, thereby providing more nutrients.</P><P>Conclusion</P><P>The reason people use both conventional and traditional medicine to stop hair loss and re-grow it is that one, traditional medicine, stops the formation of DHT, the hormone that causes hair loss. The other, conventional medicine, will produce more blood flow to the scalp, allowing for more nutrients to be available to the hair follicle and the hair strand.</P><P>Jimmy Chase started losing his hair when he turned 50. He has done lots of studies on loss of hair, in both men and women, to determine what works and what doesn't. He has successfully stopped his hair loss and has even re-grown some of his hair. He wants to help other people learn what he has learned, on dealing with loss of hair and re-growing hair.</P><P>He operates the web site http://www.no-longer-balding.com/.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6358025" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-58426895337333138432011-07-24T13:21:00.000-07:002011-07-24T13:21:00.341-07:00Curious About Rogaine Working? Is It The Best Option? <P>If you have heard of the hair loss product, Rogaine, you may be wondering how does Rogaine work? Rogaine is the name used for a preparation made from minoxidil. Minoxidil works on the blood vessels by opening them up thus increasing blood flow. This is reported to increase the chances of hair growth. The minoxidil encourages Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF), which is known to promote the growth of new blood vessels. Although Rogaine was found to be a hair growth stimulator by accident, there have been numerous ongoing studies done to back it up.</P><P><STRONG>How exactly does Rogaine work?</STRONG></P><P>The answer to this is uncertain. Rogaine is considered one of the best products to promote hair growth on people who have been balding or losing hair for less than 10 years. It appears to be less effective after this period of time. This could be due to the skin's change and an inability to produce the Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor, which is the key to hair growth. Once Rogaine has shown a marked increase in hair growth, reports are positive that the hair growth has been sustained and hair loss prevented. This is encouraging news for those who are seeking a long term solution of hair loss.</P><P>However, there are some reasons not to use Rogaine, for example, if your scalp is sunburned or damaged in some ways. Rogaine can be an irritant to the scalp so avoid using it if your scalp is irritated already. As with any product, there can be side effects attached to the use of Rogaine. These can include heart palpitations amongst other things. Therefore, if you have a heart condition or take regular medication to control a heart condition, then you should consult your doctor of physician before considering taking Rogaine.</P><P><STRONG>Does Rogaine work on long term baldness?</STRONG></P><P>Here's a crucial note about Rogaine - it works during the time you are taking it and you will need to commit to using it all the time. Rogaine is an ongoing treatment and not an end cure for hair loss. Therefore, once you stop taking the preparation, the process of hair shedding will be re-activated and you will find yourself dealing with hair loss and baldness again.</P><P>In addition, Rogaine must be given time to work its magic. Initially, you may feel like a mistake has been made in purchasing it, as your hair will appear to continue to fall out at the same rate, or in some cases, it may appear it is being lost quicker. This is just a settling down phase and within a few short weeks; you will see a difference to your hair loss. You may not see long, shiny curls, but you should see some definite improvement and increase in hair growth.</P><P>Rogaine can be obtained in a liquid and foam version. Just as a word of caution, it promotes hair growth wherever it is applied, so try not to spill it or apply it to other areas that do not require hair growth. So, does Rogaine work? You can join the millions of users and be the judge of that!</P><P>Gary enjoys writing and studying about integrative medicine. Check out his latest website to find out about Preventing Hair Loss along with the best natural Hair Loss Cures.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6372091" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-46144367578492799842011-07-24T05:37:00.000-07:002011-07-24T05:37:00.532-07:00Hair Growth Products - What Are the Various Options and How Do They Work? <P><STRONG>Hair Growth Products</STRONG> Hair loss is a common condition that affects over two billion people all over the globe. With numerous products available in the market today, adequate research is important to help make the right decision on what's best for you. Choosing the right product may seem daunting at the start but it is extremely important to pay due diligence as there are products that may in fact cause hair loss instead of promoting growth. The best products are clinically tested and at the same time, have also gained positive consumer reviews.</P><P>Here is an overview of the various types of products currently on the market:</P><P><STRONG>Shampoos:</STRONG> Shampoos are among the most popular products on the market today. Most People use shampoos on a regular and it is almost natural to swap the normal solutions to hair growth shampoos without changing routines. Such shampoos are often designed for specific hair types and usually contain a mixture of natural herbal extracts and herbal oils that aid in cleaning the scalp and hair to promote regular growth.</P><P><STRONG>Conditioners:</STRONG> Conditioners are meant to alter the appearance and texture of the hair in individuals. These conditioning products usually also contain ingredients like thermal protectors, moisturizers, pH regulators, oils with surfactants and essential fatty acids that will keep aid in follicle repair. This unique mix of ingredients help protects the hair against damage from wind, sun and UV light.</P><P><STRONG>Vitamins:</STRONG> Some research has shown that one of the common reasons for hair loss is the lack of essential vitamins. Some vitamin products are made up of organic compounds with biochemical functions that are needed for normal hair growth.</P><P><STRONG>Sprays:</STRONG> There are various so called hair growth sprays that have the ability to promote regular growth. The sprays may contain alcohol, menthol, ginseng extract, angelica extract, copper and various herbs and minerals. These hair growth products are applied directly onto the scalp to accelerate blood circulation and stimulate hair follicles in affected area.</P><P><STRONG>Lotions:</STRONG> Creams and lotions act as nutrient based systems that enhance the health of scalp tissue and promote hair growth. Ingredients may vary from one manufacturer to another but may contain glycerin, protein, aloe vera and other herbal extracts.</P><P><STRONG>Oil:</STRONG> Just like many other products, there are oil products especially designed for Caucasians, African-Americans or both. Oil formula may contain castor oil, olive oil, Jojoba oil, phosphorus, vitamins and calcium which may aid in regular hair growth.</P><P>Daniel J Burns is a Hair Loss expert and offers free Hair Growth Product Review on his Blog, visit http://hairgrowthproductreviews.com/ for more great tips.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6361648" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-79051485421034773942011-07-23T19:40:00.000-07:002011-07-23T19:40:00.868-07:00Dealing Gracefully With Hair Loss <P>There are many reasons that people go partially or completely bald. Some are related to illnesses or injuries, while others are the result of the natural aging process. Our hair has a huge impact on our self-esteem, and it can be difficult to lose it, no matter what the cause.</P><P>Illness-related causes of loss are sometimes temporary, and sometimes permanent. People going through chemotherapy or radiation treatments for cancer often lose some or all of their hair. Autoimmune conditions can result in the destruction of the follicles, and skin conditions that are present on the scalp can impede normal growth. Usually, cancer patients experience a full regrowth after treatment ends, but the prognosis for other conditions may be more uncertain.</P><P>Age-related loss is more common in men, but can also occur in women. A certain genetic predisposition towards turning normal testosterone in the blood into another form which is associated with balding occurs in many men, but there can also be other conditions responsible for the problem, as well. Some women experience changes in their hair, either in the form of increased or decreased thickness, after menopause.</P><P>Treatment depends on the expected duration of the loss, and the reason for it. Many cancer patients prefer to shave their heads so that they do not have to watch it gradually fall out. While this kind of loss can be difficult to handle, it will grow back, and many take comfort in this fact. Patients with more permanent conditions need to consider longer-term solutions, and may have a harder time coming to grips with their situation.</P><P>Wigs and scarves can be used to cover up the loss in both temporary and permanent cases. But wigs can be hot and itchy, and scarves cannot conceal complete baldness. Some men prefer a shaved head to the partial coverage that often results from male pattern baldness. Fewer women favor this option, but it can be attractive on the right person.</P><P>Shorter styles are often more flattering on people who are dealing with thinning. While growing out the neighboring hair a bit often provides coverage for a small bald spot or thinning area, after a certain point it just draws attention to the area. Especially in cases where the thinning is more uniform instead of confined to one area, a short crop or crew-cut can be flattering.</P><P>Transplants are a possible, if expensive option for loss that is expected to be permanent. Modern transplants have gotten less obvious and look more natural than previous ones. However, having head hair that is sufficient for transplantation is necessary, so this option is only realistic for patients with small to moderate bald spots on the scalp.</P><P>Hair loss can be devastating to a person's self-esteem. Unfortunately, in many cases, there is no cure for the condition. Learning to live gracefully with the loss means accepting the condition, and managing it in such a way as to make yourself as confident as possible in your appearance. There are many functional ways of covering up the issue, and while it isn't fun, it doesn't need to consume all your attention.</P><P>If you are suffering from hair loss and would like to learn more about hair loss restoration, visit Hair Loss Informer where we talk about the various options available. One of the choices we discuss is the use of medical hair restoration as a means for restoring your hair to it's previous best.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6361969" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-4108622815901720492011-07-23T10:35:00.000-07:002011-07-23T10:35:00.252-07:00Hair Loss Vitamins To Improve Your Odds Against Losing More Hair <P>As we explore the different solutions to cure hair loss, we should also consider looking inward and to feed our bodies what is needed to help in this process through the regular consumption of "hair loss vitamins". Beauty does come from within and if you do not take care of the inside, then what you see on the outside may not be the best that it should be. However, many who suffer from hair loss need to be reminded about this as they look for external cures for what may be an internal problem.</P><P><STRONG>Hair loss vitamins: Fixing the problem from within</STRONG></P><P>Purchasing good quality vitamins is essential and while the focus is on using these vitamins as a potential cure for the loss of hair, the good news is that such vitamins will also benefit the rest of your body. Do not expect a miracle overnight though. These vitamins have to be consumed consistently over an extended period of time in order to be absorbed within your body, before you may begin to see the positive effects you seek.</P><P><STRONG>The best hair loss vitamins</STRONG></P><P>While every vitamin can contribute to reducing hair loss in some way or other, your focus should be on specifics. There are about five vitamins that are absolute must-haves in your journey to stemming hair loss. The first is biotin which can strengthen and improve the elasticity of your hair to prevent breakage. This particular vitamin is also known to thicken hair follicles. Another vitamin from the B family is B3 or niacin. Consumption of this vitamin will apparently improve blood circulation and promote hair growth. Another vitamin B family member to pay attention to is B5 that also alleviates grey hair production, and for those who smoke, this is particularly important as scientific evidence suggests that smokers grey faster!</P><P>Folic acid, known a vitamin B9 can contribute to hair growth as well. Beyond the vitamin B spectrum, a truly great vitamin is vitamin E that helps moisturize the skin and scalp. This hydration can assist to reduce hair loss however a word of caution - excessive consumption of vitamin E can result in the blood thinning so before you go all out to stock up on vitamin E, if you have other health or medical issues, consult your medical professional first. One vitamin known to cause hair loss with extended consumption is vitamin A, so beware. It may not be a simple case of purchasing multivitamins but instead, actually purchasing and consuming individual vitamins in the areas mentioned in order to see a difference. Note that you will probably only begin to see the benefits about 4 to 6 weeks after you start regularly consuming these products.</P><P><STRONG>Consuming hair loss vitamins each day will make your hair stay!</STRONG></P><P>So it is time to take stock! It is always useful to try the natural remedies first. It is only if these efforts have no effect, that you should consider other alternatives. But remember that hair grows from the inside out and so, caring from the inside out should be your first preference.</P><P>Gary enjoys writing and studying about integrative medicine. Not only does he enjoy writing about various health topics, you can also check out his latest website on Stress And Hair Loss along with information on the latest Hair Loss Cures.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6372047" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-78658524913039384502011-07-23T02:54:00.000-07:002011-07-23T02:54:00.671-07:00Vitamins and Minerals That Affect Hair Loss <P>It's no secret that many people in our society don't eat the proper foods on a daily basis. Although fitness and health have become more prominent in people's minds, fast food and snacks have also become an integral part of our lives. Even if you're young and thin enough that you don't think your eating habits are taking any tolls on your body, there are so many ways that lack of proper diet does affect your body systems later on in life. For example, a lack of essential vitamins can result in hair loss when the hair follicles don't get the nutrients they need to stay healthy, or an excess of certain vitamins can cause your hair to fall out.</P><P>Vitamin A is a good example of something that seems like you should get a lot of it, but if you take A supplements, you can easily overdo. This vitamin is not water soluble and leads to hair loss when taken excessively. Even though it is an antioxidant, and you've heard plenty of good things about those, you can definitely take too much of a good thing with vitamin A.</P><P>You'll want to consume plenty of milk, egg yolks, and yeast in order to get your requirement of biotin (aka Vitamin H). This is the vitamin that has the biggest effect on helping you retain your hair and even keeping it from graying. Protein is another component of health that will help feed your hair and keep it strong. This nutrient is found in meat and poultry and has been found to be the material that 90% of hair is made up of. This is one of the reasons why it is found in so many types of shampoos and conditioners.</P><P>In the case of the B vitamins, though, the hair loss you may sustain is a good thing. B vitamins strengthen hair follicles and make your hair less prone to damage. Therefore, you want to have an intake of plenty of B vitamins such as are found in whole grains, bananas, potatoes and beans. B is another one of the antioxidants as are A and E. These vitamins are responsible for flushing the impurities out of your body, boosting your immune system, and making hair strong and healthy.</P><P>Lack of iron or zinc can be the culprits when you are experiencing abnormal hair loss. Being sure that you eat foods containing plenty of these minerals is essential to regrowing the hair you have lost. An added benefit to consuming plenty of red meat, which contains high concentrations of zinc, is that it has been proven to improve a person's sex life. A third mineral, Pantothenic Acid, is also critical to a healthy scalp. It's one of the vital components in a cell that converts food to energy. When your body is lacking in this essential nutrient, not only will you experience hair loss, but you can also become constipated or develop one of many other ailments.</P><P>It's easy to get lulled into thinking that since your hair is on the outside of your body, it shouldn't matter what you put into your body because it can't possibly affect it. However, when you know a bit more about how your body works, you'll begin to understand why the right vitamins and minerals are necessary in order for you to be healthy and to have a full head of hair.</P><P>For more tips and information on vitamins for hair growth? Get tips, articles and advice on female hair loss here: Causes of Hair Loss.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6377284" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-1742280303581757672011-07-22T17:10:00.000-07:002011-07-22T17:10:01.134-07:00Care For Summer Hair <P>It's a sizzlin' hot summer. What that means for your hair is sun exposure which can be just as damaging as using a dryer that is way too hot. The UV rays of summer sun can damage the cuticle of your hair causing it to be dry, brittle, frizzy, and ends split up the wazoo. It does not matter if you have thick or thin, fine or curly, healthy or in-be-tween, straight or wavy, your hair can have issues from sun which could result in you looking like you stuck your hands in an electrical socket. Just picture that. It is not a pretty picture.</P><P>Summer means relaxing on the beach, taking time to do those things you don't have time to do in the winter, like taking a sister trip if you can, (we did and had a ball!) It means having hair that looks good, not having hair that you have to spend time worrying about. This is the time to protect and retain moisture in your hair so you must avoid sun exposure and excessive use of styling products. People have a tendency to forget about proper hair care during these lazy, hazy days and don't realize that they need a different regime than winter time. Although winter dries out hair as well, summers can be over the top with sun exposure. There are sunscreen spray products for hair and scalp that are easy to apply. They retain moisture and protect your hair from the UV rays of the sun. Wearing a hat or scarf is another way to protect your hair and scalp. You can do this in addition to the sprays. Men should definitely wear hats or caps. Applying sunscreens up to 30 minutes before venturing out is ideal. Just read your labels.</P><P>If you are spending long hours in the sun don't forget sunscreens for your body as well. If you are spending a lot of time at the pool or the beach, your hair can become damaged from the chemicals in the pool, or the salt in the beach water. If you fail to take care of your hair after you swim, you are inviting more problems such as breakage, dullness, and more dryness and even discoloration.</P><P>It is really simple to take care of your hair if you swim by just following some simple tips:</P><P>1. Always wet your hair before you swim because it keeps your hair from soaking in the chlorine or salt water. I also recommend applying a conditioner.</P><P>2. After swimming, shampoo the beach or pool water out of your hair with a clarifier and this will keep your hair from absorbing the chemicals. Follow with a proper shampoo and conditioner.</P><P>3. If you are going to be just lying on the beach or around the pool keep a conditioner or a spray sunscreen in your hair.</P><P>4. Don't forget your hat or scarf and some sunglasses.</P><P>5. Have a fabulous time and don't forget the sunscreen for your body!.</P><P>Hi, my name is Beebe Love and I am an advocate for learning and sharing new things. I am constantly pursuing opportunities to expand my knowledge base. As an aspiring writer, I research many subjects and I am amazed at the things i discover each and every day. You can read one of my blogs at http://www.myagenotyourbusiness.blogspot.com/</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6357270" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-12856118996799462582011-07-22T07:12:00.000-07:002011-07-22T07:12:00.770-07:00Diet And Hair Loss - Why Good Nutrition Is Vital For Hair Health <P>Thinning hair is a very common problem that many aging adults deal with as they go through their lives. There are a number of reasons why people experience thinning hair, and in many cases there is nothing that can be done to prevent it. Diet and hair loss are two areas that can in some cases be linked together, but this isn't always the case.</P><P>As you begin to research your thinning hair problem, you will find that there are actually a number of possible causes for the loss of hair. One reason why you might be losing your hair is your genetic make up. There are some people who are unfortunate in that their genetic make-up means they are pre-disposed to hair loss, eventually leading to complete loss of hair as they age. You will see this more commonly in males, but it certainly cannot be ruled out in women either. When there is a history of male pattern baldness in the family, chances are pretty good that it will continue to occur in subsequent generations.</P><P>Overall health can also play a role in thinning hair, because the healthier one is the less likely that they are going to suffer from hair loss issues, albeit without taking into account any genetic pre-disposition to hair loss one may have. The health of the scalp is important for hair growth and hair stability, and this is why diet and hair loss are often linked. If the scalp is not healthy, meaning it contains dry skin or clogged pores, then the battle to keep a full head of healthy hair for long becomes a much harder task.</P><P>There are a number of other reasons why one might be experiencing thinning hair. Some of the reasons can include illness, excessive washing, using shampoos and conditioners that contain excessive amounts of harmful chemicals, stress, and drastic changes in body composition. Unnatural and unhealthy changes to the bodies composition can throw off its balance, which can then lead to poor health throughout the body.</P><P>One solution for curbing hair loss is through a healthy diet. Diet and hair loss are two terms that generally are not used in the same sentence, but when you understand how your diet can affect the overall health of your scalp and hair, then it doesn't seem so inappropriate to use them with one another. There are many areas of health and well-being, other than weight loss, that can be heavily influenced by a persons diet, and hair loss is often one of them.</P><P>A lack of essential vitamins and minerals can cause hair to become weak and brittle. This can lead to an increase in the amount of shedding that takes place. One way of promoting healthier hair is by focusing on your diet to ensure that you are getting the proper nutrients that are required in order for the body to stay healthy.</P><P>Vitamin A and E are two supplements that you can take in order to replenish cells and tissue, as well as heal damaged skin cells in order to bring back life to your scalp and hair follicles. While this may not quite be a magic pill solution, it can go some way to addressing how often a bad diet and hair loss are directly related to each other.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6369112" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-20214149847846182142011-07-21T22:26:00.000-07:002011-07-21T22:26:00.328-07:00What Is the Difference Between Hair Pattern Baldness in Men and Women? <P>Is there really a difference between the hair loss that occurs in men from that in women? Yes there are certain differences in how the condition progresses in both sexes and it displays itself in characteristics unique to each gender.</P><P>Androgenetic alopecia is classified into two and this are named accordingly as Hair Patterned Baldness in men and Hair Patterned Baldness in women. They are differentiated as such because they have specific causes, presentations and treatments.</P><P>One of the most evident differences in hair pattern baldness between men and women is that, the hair loss in males is concentrated on the front. This can be initially noticed by a receding hairline which in some instances halts at the crown and forms an "M", or it could progress into total baldness. Some may lose it near their temples or a bald spot is formed around the crown.</P><P>For the women, they keep their hairline but there is apparent thinning near the crown of the head. It can also be more evident near the line where they divide their hair, but a significant and alarming increase of hairs uprooted while combing is also a common characteristic.</P><P>There are also differences in causes for both sexes. Common causes for men are old age, smoking, over production of DHT (dihydroxytestosterone), lack of sleep, diabetes, high blood pressure and genetics.</P><P>The women's hair patterned baldness can be attributed to menopause, lack of vitamins and minerals, low immunity, stress, skin disorders and decreased thyroid hormone levels. Women also experience a temporary hair loss and thinning during pregnancy triggered by hormonal changes.</P><P>Psychological effects also vary between men and women. It is highly stressful for women to deal with this condition than in men, because society commonly dictates that women wear long and thick locks. Most women define their beauty on how they arrange and care for their hair.</P><P>The social stigma of balding also has a significant amount of psychological blow in men. The common perception that baldness is equated to aging can create an emotional stir in men. Those who are affected by the condition in their early 20's would be more affected especially when applying for a job or in dating.</P><P>Hair loss presents itself and creates a stress unique for both male and female. Treatments are also available and can cater to the specific needs of both sexes. Women can take hormone replacement therapy, if the cause is hormonal. They can wear wigs or weaves to cover up the thinning areas.</P><P>Topical and oral medications are also available; however in the case with men where genetics is a big player for the condition, some would opt for a good hair transplant. Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) is a common and highly effective method in growing hairs back permanently. But the easiest way for men to cover up their baldness is through the use of toupees.</P><P>There are differences of how the condition manifests itself for both males and females. These classifications are important because it can help in deciding the kind of treatment necessary</P><P>Dr. Ahnsup Andrew Kim believes that the answer to a successful cosmetic surgery has a lot to do with comprehensive communication between the surgeon and you. Dr. Kim is the director of Advance Beauty Cosmetic Clinic in Sydney, Australia with branches at Canberra, Brisbane, Adelaide and Melbourne. He is also a resident doctor of Prince of Wales Hospital Plastic Surgery Department.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6401040" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-74815269052651996142011-07-21T12:57:00.000-07:002011-07-21T12:57:00.241-07:00Hair Loss Home Remedies - Useful Tips To Combat Hair Loss <P>Do you want to combat your hair loss problem, but don't want to spend a ton of money on expensive products with negligible claims of their likely success? Chances are those products might not even work anyway. If you would like to avoid wasting your money on unreliable solutions and treatments, then you might want to consider some all natural hair loss home remedies.</P><P>You may be asking yourself "Why is my hair thinning out?" The reality of it is that there are many different potential reasons why your hair is getting thinner and thinner every day. Some of the reasons why you might be experiencing this problem include poor dieting habits, genetics, poor grooming habits, and many more.</P><P>A healthy diet is one thing that you can focus on when trying to restore hair health. Believe it or not, healthy hair actually starts with the scalp and not necessarily the hair itself. In order for your hair to grow the scalp must be healthy. This includes having clean pores promoting healthy and plentiful cell growth. A healthy diet can help provide your body with essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B, zinc, and others that are needed to promote scalp health and help prevent hair loss. Home remedies like this are good because of the added benefit of overall health improvement.</P><P>Regular exercise can also help promote hair health because it helps improve overall blood circulation in the body. Good circulation can help keep your scalp healthy as well as provide vitamins, nutrients, and oxygen to hair follicles so that they can remain strong and stable.</P><P>There are a number of home remedies that you can rely on to keep your hair and scalp healthy and avoid, or at least delay the hair loss process. One thing that you can do to prevent excessive damage to your hair is avoid washing it too often. Excessive washing, especially when you use shampoos and conditioners that contain harmful chemicals, can damage your hair and lead to hair loss. Wash your hair once a day at the most with a mild shampoo in order to prevent damaging your hair.</P><P>Aside from proper grooming habits there are many different all natural substances that you can incorporate into your daily routine. One particular solution that you can use to give you a healthier scalp is apple cider vinegar. The natural acids and enzymes in apple cider vinegar help wash away dead tissues and other substances that may be blocking the pores in your scalp. A solution of apple cider vinegar and water used on a regular basis can help keep the scalp clean and healthy.</P><P>Natural oils can be used to promote scalp and hair health as well. Olive oil is one particular household item that you can use to achieve this goal. Apply a small amount of extra virgin olive oil to the scalp before each shampooing and massage it in for two to three minutes. The olive oil will help replenish damaged cells in the scalp which will in turn help promote healthy hair growth and reduce hair loss.</P><P>Home remedies are a cost effective and healthy solution to replenishing thinning hair and preventing further scalp and hair damage. If you're simply not interested in spending money on hyped up ineffective products, then these natural hair loss remedies might just be the answer for you.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6368810" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-22764277513685005202011-07-21T03:27:00.000-07:002011-07-21T03:27:01.180-07:00How to Know Which Hair Growth Supplement Really Works For You <P>There are many ways you can cope up with a hair loss problem. However, you have to learn which hair growth solution is effective for you. Some people usually encounter problems when they use hair growth supplements. There are some who usually experience harsh side effects. There are also products that are not very effective and can even add up to the hair problem.</P><P><STRONG>It should be effective</STRONG></P><P>You know that these supplement works when it really stops hair loss and help in hair regeneration. In addition, the product should enhance the health of the hair and scalp. The product must be natural and approved by experts. The effectiveness of hair growth supplement relies on knowing the cause of hair loss. For instance, if the problem is caused by dandruff, then you have to look for a hair growth supplement that can remove dandruff without harming the hair and scalp. The supplement should nourish the scalp and prevent dryness, as well.</P><P><STRONG>Make sure that it Contains Helpful Ingredients.</STRONG></P><P>Most experts can easily tell if a certain product is good. It should contain helpful ingredients and components that perfectly suit your type of hair. You will also learn about this base on consumer reviews. Real reviews can help you determine which of these supplements are effective or not.</P><P>The best ways you can get these hair growth supplements is by consuming natural products that contain these vitamins. You can just eat foods rich in vitamins B, A, E and C. Other beneficial minerals are protein, zinc, biotin and niacin.You can get these from fruits and green leafy vegetables such as kiwi, pineapple, cabbage, strawberries, lettuce, and citrus. You may also consume, meat, turkey, soy beans, rice, chicken, whole grains and wheat. If you want more information about this matter, you can ask your dietician about it so that you can be guided properly.</P><P>Now, aside from consuming these foods rich in essential hair growth vitamins, you also have to make sure that you do not stress out yourself. Freeing yourself from stress will greatly help you. According to study, stress is one of the major causes of hair loss and androgenic alopecia. That is why avoiding stress or learning how to cope up with it is very important in treatment of hair loss. Make sure that you follow these tips because the effectiveness of your treatment really depends on these factors.</P><P>If you are having any kind of hair loss problem resulting in thinning hair, you need to take action right now. There are many surgical as well as non surgical solutions for you.<BR>You will find a lot of useful information on hair growth supplements at my blog on hair care. You can also check out this article for more information on how to speed up hair growth.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6365280" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-11031878128883036302011-07-20T19:37:00.000-07:002011-07-20T19:37:00.301-07:00Hair Tonic Manufacturers - What All to Consider <P>An average person has nearly 5 million hairs on his/her body. Hair grows all over the human body except on palms, soles and lips. A healthy hair strand takes nearly a month to grow half an inch. Everyone of us experience some type of hair problems in our lifetime. Some common problems are hair loss, dandruff, premature graying, brittle and dull hair and split ends. The health of the hair is mainly influenced by diet, illness, aging process and deficiencies of vitamins and minerals. Today there are many hair tonic manufacturers who offer a variety of hair products and tonics that can make your hair healthier.</P><P>Hair tonic is a product that is used to style the hair. Using hair gels, tonics, sprays and mousse can make your hair look smoother, glossier and shiny. The oils present in these tonics help to hold your tresses in place. This makes it easier to style your tresses. Further, using these tonic can help to moisturize your tresses. It can help you to overcome various hair problems, such as dry hair, split ends, dull and broken hair. In addition to oil, many hair tonics also contain scents, which can make your tresses smell very nice. Some hair tonic manufacturers also claim that using these tonics can make your hair grow thicker and longer. They also claim that applying these tonics can promote hair growth and reverse baldness.</P><P>You can apply the tonic on your tresses and scalps. Then slowly massage your scalp to stimulate circulation and improve scalp health. However, the oil present in these tonics can give your hair a flattened appearance. It is preferable to use these tonics in moderation to avoid greasy buildup in the hair. Also, it is advisable to wash off the tonic at the end of the day to avoid dirt and stains on bedding.</P><P>It is preferable to consider few factors before buying hair products from hair tonic manufacturers including:</P><P>When purchasing a tonic, read the label of the product for any advice or claims made by the hair tonic manufacturer. Also, check the ingredients present in the product.</P><P>Do some online research, before buying the product. You can visit product review websites to know more about the product. These sites offer detailed information about product prices, ingredients, side effects, customer feedback and guarantee.</P><P>Do not just blindly buy a product that your favorite actor/actress is promoting. Choose a tonic that suits your body type. Consulting a qualified hair specialist can help you to choose the right type of tonic for yourself.</P><P>Also, it is important to know the side effects of a tonic before purchasing it from a hair tonic manufacturer.</P><P>Emma Heuton is a writer who writes on several topics. Mostly she writes on SME, Business, products and manufacturing units. To provide useful insights, she prefers to study comprehensively. You can also find information on hair tonic manufacturers in this article but if looking for more information on it, you may visit http://www.hellotrade.com/.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6404296" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-87725892510932762842011-07-20T11:50:00.000-07:002011-07-20T11:50:00.715-07:00Prevent Hair Loss: Eat Foods Rich in Vitamins <P>Proper nutrition is vital for the overall health of the body. In the same way as essential vitamins are very important in keeping a healthy head of hair.</P><P>Hair loss occurs when there is a deficiency or lack of vitamins and nutrients in the scalp, or in the body in general. Hence, inadequate proportions of these vitamins and minerals can result to a weaker resistance of the body and may cause hair loss problems. In addition, these vitamins are needed for the proper growth of the hair follicles.</P><P>A <BR>Vitamin A helps produce healthy sebum in the scalp; therefore, its deficiency may cause dry and brittle hair resulting in hair-loss. This vita-min promotes healthy hair follicles by keeping the roots of the hair lubricated. Good sources of vitamin-A are meat, eggs, and dairy products like milk, cheese, vegetables like broccoli, spinach, cabbage, peaches and fish oil. Remember, Vitamin-A should be taken in a limit as high doses may cause hair loss.</P><P>B <BR>All of your B complex vitamins can aid in growing hair and keeping it healthy. B family is essential for hair regrowth. It is a key for having strong, beautiful and healthy hair. B vitamins like B3, B5, B6, B7, B8 and B12 are very important for stimulating hair growth. Foods rich in vitamin-B include brewer's yeast, eggs, milk, nuts, peas, soybeans, beans, fruits and fish.</P><P>Vitamin B3 (Niacin): Vitamin-B3 promotes scalp circulation, thus preventing hair loss. Good sources of vitamin-B3 are meat, fish, wheat germ and chicken. Taking a B3 supplement will also help prevent hair loss.</P><P>Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): B5 prevents hair graying and stops the progression of hair loss. It is also very important for the health of the scalp. Foods rich in B5 include egg yolks, milk, meat, potatoes and whole grain cereals.</P><P>Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine): B6 not only helps prevent hair loss but is also a source of melanin which gives hair its color. The foods rich in B6 are egg yolks, vegetables, meat and whole grains. Remember, Pyridoxine should be taken in small dosages because overdose may lead to uneasiness.</P><P>Vitamin B7 (Biotin): B7 helps in the production of keratin, which prevents hair-loss and hair graying. Eating foods rich in B7 or taking B7 supplements is good for hair growth. Foods rich in vitamin B7 are egg yolks, brewer's yeast, milk, bulgur, whole grains, oats, brown rice, walnuts, green peas and soybean.</P><P>Vitamin B8 (Inositol): B8 is very important for hair growth as it keeps hair follicles healthy. A deficiency of this may lead to hair loss. Good sources of Vitamin-B8 include brewer's yeast, citrus fruits and whole grain cereals.</P><P>Vitamin B12: B12 is important for healthy hair regrowth and it also helps prevent hair-loss. Foods rich in vitamin-B12 include milk, eggs, chicken, meat and fish.</P><P>C <BR>Vitamin C improves scalp circulation. It maintains the capillaries that carry nutrients and blood to the roots of the follicles, thereby helping stimulate healthy hair growth. Vitamin-C also promotes collagen production and helps in the absorption of other nutrients needed for healthy hair growth. Foods rich in vitamin-C include potatoes, tomatoes, citrus fruits, pineapple, dark green vegetables and strawberries.</P><P>D <BR>Vitamin D helps your scalp at the genetic level. The presence of this vitamin actually triggers those genes that encourage proper hair growth. Losing or lacking these genes will cause hair loss problems. Good sources of D are tuna, cod-liver oil, egg, cheese, milk, margarine and sardines.</P><P>E <BR>Vitamin E supports a healthy scalp by helping to increase the oxygen supplied through the blood. Apart from preventing hair loss it also prevents hair graying. Foods rich in E include broccoli, spinach, dried beans, soybeans, eggs, wheat germ, green leafy vegetables and vegetable oils.</P><P>These are some of the vitamins that prevent hair-loss. But always remember that vitamins should be taken in a certain limit and not more than the stated dosage. Overdose of certain vitamins may be dangerous. Therefore, it's better to consult your doctor before taking them.</P><P>Vitamin B5 is an effective vitamin for hair regrowth and also helps to reduce stress. A well-balanced diet helps to prevent hair loss. The effective hair loss treatments are available in Leimo online store.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6341471" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-57369399204384753982011-07-20T02:53:00.000-07:002011-07-20T02:53:01.120-07:003 Hair Growth Supplements Guaranteed To Promote Hair Growth <P>Adding hair growth supplements to our diet to help hair grow fast, shiny and healthy is really necessary. There are evidences that prove that these supplements are absolutely necessary to maintain healthy hair growth. Most of these supplements are formulated to be effective on all types of hair. Even if you have a healthy diet, it is still possible that your body might not be getting the right amount of vitamins essential for quick growth of hair. Here are three such supplements known for aiding hair re-growth.</P><P><STRONG>Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)</STRONG></P><P>Vitamin B2 is actually produced by the intestinal flora in the body. However, only small amount of this vitamin is stored in the body, so the body yearns for this vitamin constantly. The body needs this vitamin to utilize oxygen. This vitamin also helps in the activation of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) which produces niacin, the vitamin that plays a major role in hair growth. It also is important in proper nourishing of the hair, skin and nails. Deficiency in Vitamin B2 will result to hair loss. The RDA for this vitamin is different in men and in women. Women need 1.2 mg of it per day while men need 1.6 mg per day. These vitamins are usually presented as B complex vitamin. It is much better if you take it with Vitamin C for better absorption.</P><P><STRONG>Vitamin A</STRONG></P><P>Vitamin A serves as an antioxidant which facilitate in producing good sebum or oil in the scalp. You will get this kind of vitamin by consuming foods like broccoli, milk, cabbage, peaches, carrots, fish liver oil, meat, cheese, eggs, spinach and apricots. The RDA for this vitamin is 5,000 IU per day.</P><P><STRONG>Vitamin H (Biotin)</STRONG></P><P>This is also another great hair growth supplement. This is very valuable when it comes to hair regeneration. Women who want to have long hair fast should take this supplement for hair growth. Most dermatologists recommend biotin supplements to their as part of their hair restoration treatment. Aside from this, biotin also keeps the hair from being dry.</P><P>Well, you do not have to be an expert to learn about these hair growth supplements. So if want to start your way to a healthy looking hair, take these supplements now. Many people are now using these hair growth supplements because they are not just good for the hair; they are good for the body too, so get them now.</P><P>If you are having any kind of hair loss problem resulting in thinning hair, you need to take action right now. There are many surgical as well as non surgical solutions for you. You will find a lot of useful information on hair growth supplements at my blog on hair care. You can also check out this article for more information on how to speed up hair growth.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6351119" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-87687530491829872312011-07-19T18:01:00.000-07:002011-07-19T18:01:00.436-07:00Stress And Hair Loss Are Irrevocably Linked! <P>"Stress and hair loss" usually go hand in hand together. In fact, stress has a huge part to play in losing your hair in so many of us. It is not until hair loss starts to occur that people question why. They may not pay any attention to the other factors that are present indicating stress. However, the good news about this type of hair loss is that it is often temporary. That is unless the factors causing the stress are permanent, in which case it is difficult to assess what will happen first - baldness or disease. I dare to say that because if stress is allowed to roam the body unrestricted, it can cause more problems than hair loss. Therefore, if you believe you have a stressful life then you should consider reducing it as soon as possible in order to regain your health and hair!</P><P><STRONG>The signs of stress and hair loss</STRONG></P><P>Stress does not just show up in hair loss, it can also be indicated in a number of other ways too. Different people exhibit the signs of stress in different ways and stress can also be very subjective. What makes one person feel stressed will simply be nothing more than an inconvenience to another. However, stress is very real and the effects on the mind and the body should not be ignored as it can be very damaging, and not just in terms of low energy and vitality, but it can also lead to depressive illness. Constant worrying can cause stress and give an individual palpitations, sweats, nervous excess energy, upset body functions, changes in eating patterns, increase in alcohol consumption and many more symptoms, including hair loss. If you remove the stress factor then you can remove the symptoms and diminish the loss of hair.</P><P><STRONG>How to prevent stress and hair loss</STRONG></P><P>Once you have understood the symptoms of stress, it is better to learn how to deal with the stress factors. To do this, you need to recognize what causes the stress in the first place. It may be a feeling of being overwhelmed or swamped by a job, family life or simply a feeling of having too much to do and not being able to fit it into the day. If this is your problem, then try to delegate to someone else wherever possible. You will find that just by taking this one action in delegating a simple task, it can make a huge difference overall.</P><P>If you feel bad about delegating (and some people do), then offer to do something in return. However, be warned I am not talking about taking on more workload! It may simply be something like asking someone to photocopy items whilst you make them (and yourself) a drink. This one act of 'kindness barter trade' will bring benefits to both the parties too. There are many other ideas you can consider and before long, you will be able to deal with stress differently.</P><P>Meditation can also help stress by reducing blood pressure and an individual will feel much calmer due to mediating. Simply 10 minutes of meditation will help you feel back in control and feel more productive. These are just a couple of the many ways to avoid stress and hair loss.</P><P>Gary enjoys writing and studying about integrative medicine. Not only does he enjoy writing about various health topics, you can also check out his latest website about Receding Hair Loss along with the best Hair Loss Cures.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6372056" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262704985081068668.post-47157149977083228682011-07-19T10:08:00.000-07:002011-07-19T10:08:00.784-07:00Types of Hair Loss or Alopecia <P>The most common type of hair loss affecting men and women all over the world-even kids couldn't escape this type of hair condition-is alopecia. Alopecia is said to be the medical term used to identify the loss of hair from the head or even from the body. Alopecia, unlike other causes of hair fall, is not due to any underlying illness. A person suffering from alopecia is said to be physically fit but with an unhealthy "ego" since a balding condition deteriorates self-esteem.</P><P>"Alopecia areata" is a type of alopecia, wherein loss of hair in some or all areas of the body occurs, usually from the scalp during its first stage. "Alopecia Totalis," which is observed in 1%-2% of cases, is experiencing hair loss on the entire scalp. With "alopecia universalis," total loss of all hair on the body was observed.</P><P>Another type of Alopecia is "Alopecia Barbie"; this type of loss of hair was observed on men especially in the beard area. A type of alopecia which results in scaly patches was also observed and is called "Alopecia Mucinosa."</P><P>Male pattern hair loss or "Androgenic Alopecia" is the thinning of the hair to an almost transparent state. Dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a male hormone, is said to be the primary cause of Androgenic Alopecia. Since women produce male hormones too but of small amounts only, they are also prone to developing androgenic alopecia. Dihydrotestosterone, if accumulated in the scalp, causes the hair follicles to shrink; this is called "miniaturization." Once the hair follicle has miniaturized, eventually the older hair sheds off, growing "peach fuzz," a very thin transparent hair that resembles that of a cat's eyelashes. With this kind of hair growing on a certain area of the scalp, it would seem a bald spot is in its appearance.</P><P>To fight Alopecia, you need to halt the cause-DHT. Here is one of the two most popular DHT inhibitors in the market today: there's minoxidil, originally formulated to fight high blood pressure but found out to possess a hair-growing side effect and was then used to regrow hair.</P><P>"Rogain" contains 2% - 5% moxidil and is said to be an effective over-the-counter topical drug that reduces DHT level in the body. Here are some of the severe side effects of Rogaine use: rashes, hives, or "urticaria" (swollen, pale red bumps); itching; difficulty in breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips and tongue; chest pain, dizziness; fainting; fast heartbeat; redness or irritation of the scalp; sudden, unexplained weight gain; swelling of the hands or feet and unwanted facial hair growth.</P><P>Finasteride is also an effective hair loss treatment and an accurate DHT inhibitor that was originally formulated as a treatment for "prostate enlargement" and "prostate cancer." It was found to possess hair-regrowing side effects and later on used in "Propecia," containing 1mg finasteride. Propecia is a prescription drug (not suitable for women) that is said to be effective to reduce testosterone levels in the body. Propecia or finasteride has side effects like erectile dysfunction, low libido and impotence.</P><P>Natural hair loss treatment is proven and widely used by many men and women. Hair loss prevention is better than cure. The hair laser regrowth is the right product to improve your scalp blood flow.</P><br /><p><a href="http://EzineArticles.com/6358078" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">View the original article here</a></p>Administratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02003749397727724250noreply@blogger.com0