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Female Pattern Baldness: What Causes Hair Loss In Women?

2007-02-24T17:52:00.001-08:00

So many men go bald and nearly all women seem to have heads full of hair. The question, naturally is if baldness discriminates on the basis of gender. That would be grossly unfair. Well, it would be unfair but the fact is even women suffer from hair loss. And if there is something that goes by the expression 'male pattern baldness', there is also a thing called 'female pattern baldness'.

Of course, there is no denying the fact that baldness is more prevalent and more apparent in males than in females. However, women suffer more than men when they sense that they are losing hair at an abnormal pace because females tend to attach a great deal of importance to the quality and quantity of hair. And why shouldn't it be, given the fact that hair are an integral part of feminine charm.

In some cases, female baldness can be hereditary. Mostly, menopause brings hair loss in women, which is determined by one's genetic heritage. In other words, if a female loses hair in menopausal stage, it is because her mother too suffered from hair loss at that particular stage of her life.

Another cause for female baldness are certain ailments, especially those that come with extended bouts of high fever. Among them are typhoid fever and scarlet fever. Such fevers are a medically established cause of hair loss. There are certain medications, the use of which may also result in hair loss. But in such cases hair loss is gradual.

Malnutrition and a dysfunctional endocrine system have also been found to trigger a slow hair loss.

Fungal infections can also cause hair loss. These fungal infections are chronic bacterial attacks or a result of the presence of ringworms.

Chemotherapy tends to destroy all the rapidly developing cells including the hair follicles, as they also consist of active cells. The baldness thus caused is not temporary but total.

A condition called Alopecia universalis also causes permanent loss of body hair including those on the head and those that form the eyelashes and eyebrows. The causes of the ailment is not fully known and the research is on in this area.

What is quite apparent is a fact that female hair loss does not set in early phase of life unless there are some other reasons for it, like some ailment or malnutrition. So, no cause for beauty-worries for the young ladies and for the relatively older ones, too. Things are pretty much bright unless the genes are unfavourable.

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STOP HAIR LOSS - GET VITAMINS FOR HAIR LOSS - TAKE HAIR TRANSPLANTS

2007-02-03T05:21:00.000-08:00

Stop Your Hair Loss Now
By Arturo Ronzon

In today´s world, hair loss is one of the most common problems in people’s life, first of all we need to try to understand what the root causes of hair loss are and then, get the appropriate treatment for it.

Let’s take a look at some of the different baldness causes:
a) Genetics - one of the main causes (more common in men than in women), that is, the dominant gene responsible for the hair to fall (baldness), is inherited from father to son.
b) Therapies – like Chemotherapy, some medications or illness. In these cases, the hair loss sometimes, it´s only temporary. When the patient stop taking the medication or the treatment, the hair will eventually start growing again.
c) Diet and lifestyle – defiantly one of the most overlooked causes ,people who have a unbalanced diet and a sedentary way of life are more likely to get the illness (so, it’s very important to have a good diet and practicing exercise on a daily basis)

With many products in the market today, specially produced for hair loss treatment, it may be not that easy to choose the right for you. Here are some tips that you may follow to choose to get the right treatment for you.
1) Always use products that are scientifically proven.
2) Ask around, sometimes people we know may be using an effective product.
3) Be careful trying homemade recipes, sometimes they will only make the situation worse.
4) Be patient. Most of the treatments today take at least six months to get the first results (some of them you will see real results after two years of use).
5) Be sure to keep track of the results using photographs (before and after photos).

There are other options out there like hair restoration, laser treatments, implants etc. these treatments tend to be effective but the downside is they tend to be a little expensive.

You only need to take the right steps to stop the falling of the hair and sometimes to induce the growth of new hair, with the right treatment and a little patience; your hair loss can quickly become a problem of the past.

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Are There Really Vitamins For Hair Loss?
By Peter Crump

While there are vitamins you can take for healthy hair and to help prevent hair loss, the downside of this is that taking excessive amounts of vitamins can actually lead to hair loss. Some of the most important vitamins for hair loss are the B vitamins because they contain:

· Folic acid
· Magnesium
· Biotin
· Sulfur
· Zinc
· Inositol

Through laboratory experiments with theses vitamins for hair loss, scientists have seen a decrease in thinning hair in lab animals. These results show that a diet low in magnesium cause hair loss in patches, while one low in biotin or inositol results in total baldness.

If you look at taking vitamins for hair loss, you will notice that these are vitamins essential for good health as long as you take them in moderation. Vitamin A is one of the vitamins to increase hair growth, but if you abuse it, it can also result in hairloss. Before taking any vitamins for hair loss or to increase hair growth, you should contact your doctor to find the underlying cause for the hair loss. A blood test will determine if you have a deficiency in any of the necessary vitamins.

There are other foods that also help to promote hair growth. Fatty acids, for example, while they are not vitamins for hair loss, do help to improve the texture of your hair and prevent dryness and brittle ends. Instead of taking vitamins to increase hair growth, you can make sure that your diet contains the foods in which you find the vitamins you need.

Having healthy portions of vegetables, such as beans, carrots, peas and cauliflower can go a long way to helping you keep your hair. The same thing applies to eggs, nuts and bran. These foods also help the organs of the body work the way they should.

Doctors will tell you that proper nutrition is as important for healthy hair as regular washing. You can also get shampoos and conditioners that contain vitamins for your hair, but you should not rely on these alone. Many experts recommend using a hot oil treatment once or twice a month to keep you hair healthy. These are much more affordable alternatives than taking vitamins for hair loss every day. You also know that there is no danger of taking too many vitamins to increase hair growth and having the reverse occur.

Vitamins for hairloss can be as simple as a good diet. Pay attention to what you eat.

For a website totally devoted to hair loss and hair replacement visit Peter's Website The Hair Replacement Guide, and find out about Hair Transplant Surgery as well as Hair Restoration and more, including Male Hair Loss and Female Hair Loss.

Get a Dense Hairline With Hair Transplants
By Rich Fuller

Can You Get a Dense Hairline With Hair Transplants?
The short answer to that question is, "Yes. You can get a dense hairline with hair transplants." There are, however, other questions you might want to ask, such as, "How dense?" and "Will it look natural?"

How Dense?
Normal hair density is about 100-hairs/square centimeter. Hair transplants may sometimes achieve that density. Several factors determine how dense your hairline could be after transplant:

How dense is your hair right now? New hairs will be transplanted between your existing hairs, and the number of natural hairs increases the potential density.

How much donor hair do you have available? If your hair is thinning all over, you may not have enough donor hair available to achieve a high density. With newer techniques, you may be able to supplement donor hair from your scalp with body hair, and that will give you better density. When body hair is used, the scalp hair is reserved primarily for the hairline area, and body hair is used in other areas. This gives the most natural look.

Is your hair still thinning? Most men and some women lose hair as they age. If you are young, your hair may continue to thin, and you may want more hair transplant procedures in the future. In this case, your surgeon will determine how much donor hair to use now, and how much to save for later procedures.

Depending on the surgeon and the type of hair transplant, there may not be enough blood supply to support 100-hairs/square centimeter. In some centers, 40-hairs/square centimeter is the standard. This number is shifting upward, however, with newer transplantation techniques.

Your new hairline will probably not be as dense as it was when you were in your teens. The goal is for a full, natural-looking hairline, and that is probably achievable.

Will It Look Natural?
That depends on your surgeon and the surgical technique chosen. Direct hair implantation will probably give you the best result. Find out if your surgeon performs that procedure and, if so, how many he or she has performed. Strip graft procedures and follicular unit extraction with surgical implantation also give satisfactory results.

You should get a very natural-looking hairline. Get two or three opinions from different surgeons. Insist on seeing before-and-after pictures and on talking with previous patients. Be very wary of a surgeon who is reluctant to provide pictures and references. It's your face, your head, and your hair. The best way to get a natural-looking, dense hairline with hair transplants is to find the best hair transplant surgeon you can and listen to her advice about the best procedure for you.

Learn more about hair restoration products on our site. You'll also find other information such as hair transplant disasters and hair transplant message boards and forums. MedicalHairTransplantation.org is a comprehensive resource to help individuals with hair loss identify treatment options such as hair transplant.

Manic – bipolar depression facts and reality

2007-01-17T00:11:00.000-08:00

Manic – bipolar depression facts and reality
by: David McEvoy
Copyright 2005 David McEvoy

Manic depression - Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in a person's mood, energy, and ability to function.

Some mornings can start with overriding feelings of joy, elation and power. By the time the afternoon has arrived this can shift to feelings of desperation, despair and depression.

More than 2 million American adults, or about 1 percent of the population have bipolar disorder, the percentage figures are the same for the United Kingdom.

These figures are only an estimate, the true figures will probably never be accurately known, this is probably due the stigma attached to mental health issues and the signs and symptoms not being correctly spotted by friends, family, professionals and even the individual themselves. It is fair to say that manic depression is under diagnosed.

Signs and symptoms of mania (or a manic episode)

• Increased energy, activity, and restlessness
• Excessively "high," overly good, euphoric mood
• Extreme irritability
• Racing thoughts and talking quickly, jumping from one idea to another
• Distractibility, lack off concentration
• Little sleep needed
• Unrealistic beliefs in one's abilities and powers
• Poor judgment
• Spending sprees
• A lasting period of behaviour that is different from usual
• Increased sexual drive
• Abuse of drugs, particularly cocaine, alcohol, and sleeping medications
• Provocative, intrusive, or aggressive behaviour
• Denial that anything is wrong

A manic episode is diagnosed if elevated mood occurs with three or more of the other symptoms most of the day, nearly every day, for 1 week or longer. If the mood is irritable, four additional symptoms must be present.

The above signs and symptoms of mania can be very difficult to spot in an individual who has manic depression as all of the EXACT symptoms and time frames may not be prevalent in every person as each individual is unique.

A good example of this would be a rapid cycle manic depressive who in the mornings is high and elated, followed by despair and depression in the afternoons. This rapid cycle could happen for 2 or 3 days then level off for a relative period of calm for a few days before it starts again.

Due to the stigma attached to mental health problems individuals may try and mask their symptoms to avoid any embarrassment they may feel. Thus making it even more difficult to spot and diagnose.

Some of these symptoms of mania may be the only symptoms that you see in a person who has manic depression, as they are easily passed of as having a “larger than life personality”

Signs and symptoms of depression (or a depressive episode)

• feeling sad, anxious, or empty mood
• Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
• Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed, including sex
• Decreased energy, a feeling of fatigue or of being "slowed down"
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making decisions
• Restlessness or irritability
• Sleeping too much, or can't sleep
• Change in appetite and/or unintended weight loss or gain
• Chronic pain or other persistent bodily symptoms that are not caused by physical illness or injury
• Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts

A depressive episode is diagnosed if five or more of these symptoms last most of the day, nearly every day, for a period of 2 weeks or longer.

A manic depressive will definitely have 5 of these symptoms. This is truly the worst time for a manic depressive, this is where the most support and help is needed.

Again the diagnosis is not 100% correct, as some people will have rapid cycles, i.e. High and elated in the morning then desperation and depression in the afternoon, these symptoms may only last a few days; sometimes they last a few weeks and in some very bad cases months.

In some people however, symptoms of mania and depression may occur together in what some people are calling a” mixed bipolar state.”

Symptoms of a mixed state often include agitation, trouble sleeping, and significant change in appetite, psychosis, and suicidal thinking. A person may have a very sad, hopeless mood while at the same time feeling extremely energized.

So again this shows that manic depression or bipolar disorder is not as straight forward as highs and lows.

Diagnosis of manic depression - Bipolar Disorder

Like other mental illnesses, bipolar disorder cannot yet be identified physiologically—for example, through a blood test or a brain scan. Therefore, a diagnosis of bipolar disorder is made on the basis of symptoms, course of illness, and, when available, family history.

Treatment of Bipolar Depression

It is absolutely vital that the correct medication is administered once the diagnosis has taken place, as recent research has indicated that people with bipolar disorder are at risk of switching into mania or hypomania, or developing rapid cycling, during treatment with incorrect antidepressant medication.

Therefore, correct "mood-stabilizing" medications are generally required, alone or in combination with the correct antidepressants, to protect people with bipolar disorder from this switch.

Lithium and valproate are the most commonly used mood-stabilizing drugs today.

Side effects

As any person who is open about their Bipolar will tell you, all of these medications have side effects these can include:

• Weight gain
• Dependence on the medication
• Nausea
• Tremors
• Reduced sex drive or performance
• Anxiety
• Hair loss
• Movement problems
• Dry mouth
• Disturbed sleep

Alternative treatments

Herbal or natural supplements, such as St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum), have not been well studied, and little is known about their effects on bipolar disorder. Before trying herbal or natural supplements, it is important to discuss them with your doctor.

There is evidence that St. John's wort can reduce the effectiveness of certain medications. In addition, like prescription antidepressants, St. John's wort may cause a switch into mania in some individuals with bipolar disorder, especially if no mood stabilizer is being taken.

Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil are being studied to determine their usefulness, alone and when added to conventional medications, for long-term treatment of bipolar disorder.

One such study was carried out by Dr Andrew Stoll over a four month period. The study was performed to examine whether omega 3 fatty acids also have mood stabilizing effects with people who have bipolar disorder.
He found that the omega 3 fatty acid patient group had a significantly longer period of remission than the placebo group.

In addition, for nearly every other outcome measure, the omega3 fatty acid group performed better than the placebo group.

With almost no adverse side effects apart from a slight gastric upset. This was thought to be due to the large doses of fish oil administered.

The study was published in the archives of general psychiatry in May 1999. Since then far stronger Pharmaceutical grades of omega 3 fish oil have been developed and brought on to the world market so such large doses need not be taken.

Conclusion

Manic depression – bipolar disorder is a condition that is often under diagnosed and in some cases very difficult to spot and treat correctly. A lot of people with this condition will try and mask either their true feelings and or symptoms due to the unfortunate stigma that is attached to mental health. Receiving the correct diagnosis, treatment and medication is vital if they are to stand any chance of trying to live a normal life. It is also crucial for friends and family to also try and understand this condition as it can help them come to terms with certain types of behaviour that are being displayed. As far as alternative remedies go, to date our best bet is very strong omega 3 fish oil as there are no side effects and it is the only remedy that’s had any kind of scientific study performed using people with our condition . It is also safe to run along side any form of medication apart from blood thinning medication.

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Hair Restoration - New Development

2007-01-16T02:08:00.000-08:00

If you have a particularly persistent or severe case of hair loss, you may have been considering hair regrowth treatment through medical hair restoration. While vitamins, shampoos, and topical creams may stimulate hair regrowth in milder cases, when things get severe, it is time to consider medical hair restoration.

While it sounds like no big deal, hair restoration is in fact a surgical procedure, and should be conducted by or under the extremely close supervision of a medical doctor. While complications are fairly rare, you nonetheless do not want to be taking any chances. After all, the procedure does involve making some incisions into your scalp, and often some suturing. A properly done medical hair restoration treatment should be conducted in sterile conditions to achieve the best result and minimize the chances of complications.

Your options for this type of hair regrowth are several. The one most people have heard about is hair transplant surgery, in which small "plugs" of hair and follicles from a healthy area of your own scalp are removed, and sutured into an unhealthy scalp area. This type of procedure has been done for quite a few years now, and the techniques have become quite refined. Newer methods include micro-surgical techniques for hair transplantation involving only hair follicles.

Another possibility is scalp reduction surgery. In this procedure, unhealthy scalp is removed, and the remaining areas of healthy scalp are stretched and pulled over the areas that have been debrided (had the skin removed).

Obviously, the larger your bald area, the less likely you are as a candidate for this procedure, which is not really hair regrowth or hair transplantation. Instead, it is more like a "face lift" for your scalp.

Laser hair treatments have gotten a lot of publicity lately, also. These involve radiating the scalp with a laser, which is thought to "clean out" hair follicles, encourage scalp and hair follicle cell metabolism, and encourage damaged (not dead) hair follicles to resume normal activity. This type of treatment seems to work best when used in conjunction with topical methods, since it seems to potentiate their effectiveness, in some cases quite dramatically.

The newest method of medical hair restoration now being investigated is hair multiplication, which involves removing healthy hair follicles, removing the stem cells, and cloning them in the laboratory to literally grow new hair follicles from your own DNA, and then micro-surgically implanting them in the areas of unhealthy scalp. Early results are encouraging, showing up to 70% of patients benefitting, and this treatment is expected to be publicly available by 2009 or 2010.

Whatever you choose, when considering any type of surgical or medical hair restoration procedure, carefully investigate your options, and be sure that you are dealing with a credible, experienced, and well-educated health care provider. That said, take heart - many men can achieve great results through medical hair restoration techniques!

Freelance author John DeVree writes on a variety of topics related to personal development and home improvement, and is a frequent contributor to websites in those interest areas. Learn more about hair restoration at www.StopAlopecia.com

Multi-Application Laser Technology for Hair Removal

2006-12-30T02:09:00.000-08:00

Laser hair removal techniques are growing in popularity as a means for permanently or semi-permanently reducing unwanted hair on the body or face. This article will investigate the science behind laser hair removal in an attempt to give those considering the treatment some understanding of what they are contemplating.

Lasers function by targeting a chromophore, and in the case of laser hair removal, the chromophore is the melanin pigment found in hair follicles and skin. A hair's germinative apparatus, largely responsible for its growth, is surrounded by melanin. When laser energy is absorbed by the chromaphoric melanin, a rapid rise in temperature results, and when sufficient, irreversible damage is caused to the germinative apparatus, resulting in cessation of that hair's growth.

One barrier to the melanin in a hair absorbing sufficient energy to cause the destruction of the growth apparatus is the presence of melanin in the skin. Since the hair follicle resides sub-epidermally (below the skin),the laser must pass through the skin, losing some of its energy to melanin in the epidermis. The darker the skin, the greater the concentration of melanin within it, and thus, the more energy is absorbed by the epidermal melanin and the more difficult it is to achieve good results, especially where the hair is lighter than, or only slightly darker than, the skin.

Hair removal laser treatment exploits the different cooling properties of the skin and the hair follicle. Since the skin has a far greater surface area to volume ratio and direct exposure to the air, cooling techniques, such as cooling with cryogen, cool air or a cooled crystal, either before, during or after the laser treatment. This increases the efficiency of the laser by allowing more energy from the laser pulse to reach the melanin that surrounds the hair growth apparatus in the hair follicle.

Multi-pulsed lasers work to further exploit this difference in the cooling properties of the skin and the hair follicle. These lasers break energy into a series of pulses seperated my a gap of several milliseconds, allowing the skin to cool. The hair follicle, which is deeper under the surface, does not cool as quickly and is still hot when the next pulse is delivered. This both improves the efficacy of the treatment and prevents the skin from being damaged by the laser energy.

It is recommended that candidates seek out reliable medical advice for more information on the principles of laser hair removal treatment. It is wise to seek clearance from a laser treatment specialist to ensure there are no contraindications prior to the commencement of laser hair treatment.

Vitamins as Hair Loss treatments - reduce hair loss

2006-12-29T05:13:00.000-08:00

The question of hair loss comes up all the time in the LivingAfterWLS community. Is there anything we can do to prevent hair loss or at least decrease the severity of it?

Some bariatric centers say there is nothing to be done, that patients have to just live with the hair loss as part of the gastric bypass experience. Other centers say a diet of 70g. protein a day will prevent hair loss. Still other centers recommend taking a daily multi-vitamin and supplemental vitamins intended to improve hair health. I believe in taking a supplemental vitamin that contains silica which is known to improve the health, texture and volume of hair.

Hair loss usually occurs in the fourth of fifth month following weight loss surgery. During the phase of rapid weight loss, caloric intake is marginal. This puts the body in a state of panic called starvation. A healthy body normally sheds ten percent of hair follicles at any given time. When a body is starving roughly thirty to forty percent of hair follicles are sacrificed as the body channels nutrition to more vital areas. During this phase hair loss is dramatic, often patients find clumps of hair on the shower floor. Remaining hair becomes drab and lifeless.

I knew hair loss was a potential result of weight loss surgery, but because I'm a "cup-half-full" person, I didn't believe that hair loss would happen to me! That just happens to other people, I told myself! Imagine my surprise when my blonde locks were littering the bathroom floor like hair saloon

The hair loss is a transient effect of your gastric bypass surgery and will be resolved when nutrition and weight stabilize. Many patients report favorable results from taking a silica tablet that contains calcium, magnesium, zinc, boron, betaine and horsetail extract. Usually this vitamin and mineral supplement is marketed under the "healthy skin, hair and nails" category at vitamin stores and discount stores.

This is a large vitamin - I call it "the big ugly" and for new post-ops it will be nearly impossible to swallow. The pill can be split with a sharp kitchen knife or purchase a pill splitter at the drugstore. As always, check with your bariatric center if you are newly post-op before taking any nutritional supplement or medication.

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Hair Transplant for permanently - is it save ?

2006-12-25T15:28:00.000-08:00

By Trevor Mulholland
This option has become very popular in recent years as an alternative to medications and other hair loss solutions. Permanent hair transplant involves the removal of the hair-bearing portion of the scalp surgically and its relocation to an area of absent or thinning hair. The entire permanent hair transplant procedure comprised of three phases, namely the pre-operative preparation, the surgery and the post operative care. Pre-operative preparation involves a consultation where the surgeon analyzes the patient's scalp. He maps out a treatment plan with the patient, discusses the patient's preferences and expectations and recommends the best approach, while at the same time, explaining what can be expected after the operation. Days prior to surgery, the patient is instructed to refrain from using any medicines and from taking alcohol. He or she is also prescribed antibiotics to prevent infections.

The actual transplant is conducted in an outpatient setting with mild sedation and topical anesthesia. The procedure lasts for about four hours after which, the scalp is shampooed. Treatment with an antibacterial prior to the donor scalp being harvested is given. A skin from the posterior scalp in an area of good hair growth is excised. While the surgeon is treating the wound where the skin was taken, his assistants will begin to dissect individual follicular unit grafts from the strip. Extra care is taken to remove excess fibrous and fatty tissue without causing damage to the follicular cells that will produce the patient's first crop of new hair. After the dissection, the surgeon will then puncture the sites for the receiving grafts, implanting them in a predetermined density and pattern angling the wounds in a consistent pattern to promote a realistic hair pattern. Assistants usually finish the procedure by inserting the individual grafts in place. At the most, surgeons can place 50 grafts per square centimeter. Prolonged surgery involves the implantation of over 2,500 to 3,000 grafts in one session.

Certain advances in post-operative care allow for semi-permeable dressings for quicker seepage of blood and tissue fluid. Wounds should be dressed at least once a day. The patient is advised to keep away from the sun and to prevent shampooing the hair for about a week. For ten days after the surgery, almost all of the transplanted hairs will fall out as a reaction to their relocation. New hair will begin to emerge from the moved follicles after two to three months.

The patient's hair will grow normally and will continue to thicken thorough the ensuing six to nine months. Subsequent hair loss will probably occur in untreated areas and patients can either use medications to retard such loss or schedule a subsequent permanent hair transplant procedure sometime in the future.

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Best Way for Hair Loss Solution

2006-12-24T00:10:00.000-08:00

by: Sandra Wellman
Most people believe the only way to cure their hair loss problem is from the outside, by using a chemical treatment, shampoo or other topical treatment. These ways can work for you, but in recent medical studies the main cause of hair loss, at least 95% of the time, is either genetic and or hormonal. A hormonal by product, DHT, affects the hair follicles, making them thinner and shrink until nothing is left. Research found that balding men had increased levels of DHT in these areas.

How to solve the problem of increased DHT.
Simply, block it. Specific vitamins, minerals and herbs can block the DHT in your body. By taking these supplements orally, they block the DHT through the blood stream. The hair follicles beneath your scalp get all the nutrients they need to promote new healthy hair growth.

Supplements:
Biotin, part of the Vit B complex, helps with the skin condition of your scalp.
Other B vitamins, like B6, are essential for good health and hair growth.
Everyone knows Zinc helps your immume system, but it also is needed for cell division for the tissue of the hair, nails and skin.
Nettle Root blocks the 2 enzymes that produce DHT, now known to be the leading cause of hair loss.
Saw Palmetto also blocks one of the enzymes, 5 alpha-reductase, that produces DHT.
Gota Kola supports the integrity of hair growth, collagen and skin.
The oil extracted from pumpkin skins is also a natural hair loss remedy.
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Non-approved drugs that can help in the treatment of hair loss

2006-12-22T00:50:00.000-08:00

by: Richard Mitchell
At present only two medications have been approved by the FDA for the treatment of hair loss, namely finasteride (Propecia) and minoxidil (Rogaine). While both of these continue to prove their worth to many patients, some individuals are disappointed with their results and seek other forms of treatment. Often they turn to drugs that have not been approved for the treatment of hair loss, but which have shown themselves over time to have a positive effect in dealing with this condition.

1. Avodart (dutasteride) - this is a new medication that is not yet approved for hair loss but which offers exciting possibilities for treating male patten baldness. It works in a similar way to Propecia which prevents one of two enzymes from converting testosterone into DHT thus blocking two thirds of DHT production. Avodart takes this process a stage further by blocking both enzymes thus reducing overall DHT production by 93%. It is currently approved for the treatment of enlarged prostates and should not under any circumstances be taken by women of child bearing age.

2. Proscar (finasteride) - Propecia has become a valued weapon in the fight against male pattern baldness but it began life in the form of Proscar. In fact, the active ingredient is identical with Proscar containing a higher dose of 5 mg compared with Propecia's 1 mg. Many men therefore assume that the higher dose is more effective in preventing the conversion of testosterone into DHT. The extent to which this is true is debatable although the basic facts do tell us Proscar blocks slightly more DHT formation. Some physicians feel its use is warranted in a small proportion of older men and women who previously have not responded to treatment with Propecia.

3. Tretinoin (Retin-A) - this is well known for the treatment of acne but medical studies have shown it also helps stimulate hair regrowth. Some experts argue that tretinoin enhances the absorption and penetration of minoxidil into the hair follicles. As a result, several formulas of tretinoin and minoxidil are available, generally only by prescription.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Hair Loss Treatments to find out more about the issues covered in this article.
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Are all hair loss treatments just one big scam?
by: Richard Mitchell
The hair loss industry is not one that inspires great confidence in most people. I have to admit this is perfectly understandable given the damage caused by the many rogues and charlatans who have abused the trust of far too many vulnerable people - people who have received worthless and even dangerous products or advice in exchange for their hard earned cash. The end result is the prevalance of a stigma that the industry is hard pressed to shake off.

But is this perception really justified nowadays? Are there no genuine treatments that sufferers can turn to in a bid to treat the ravages of premature hair loss? The simple answer is YES, there are several safe, affordable, accessible and effective hair loss treatments currently available. Some have even been approved by FDA for the treatment of hair loss conditions while others draw on natural remedies as the basis for commercially available products. Whether or not any of them are suitable for a given individual depends on a number of important factors.

First and foremost, every individual must determine the exact cause or causes of his or her hair loss. This may appear to be an over-simplistic statement but the truth is, most people undergoing a course of treatment for hair loss have proceeded on the basis of self-diagnosis. Given the fact that premature or excessive hair loss is often associated with underlying medical conditions, this is perhaps not the most sensible course of action.

My advice in all cases is to seek the guidance of a qualified medical practitioner because the consequences of not doing so may be serious in a small number of cases. Even where all the evidence points to the onset of hereditary male pattern baldness it would probably be best to seek advice, if only to rule out other factors.

Once the cause of hair loss has been properly diagnosed you will be in a position to choose a suitable form of treatment. This may range from the prescription of drugs aimed at balancing disrupted hormone levels to the topical application of minoxidil to reduce the symptoms of male pattern baldness.

Hair loss may be caused by many factors including changing hormone levels, illness, stress, overuse of strong chemicals, excessive traction, poor grooming practices, side effects of medical treatment, poor nutrition, weak immune system and the effects of aging. The good news is, all of these can be tackled with reasonable hope of success but only if you choose the right treatment.

The next article in this series will look closely at the various causes of excessive hair loss and outline suggested treatments that are both affordable and accessible. If you take only two things from this article, please take these suggestions on board:

1. Always seek the advice of your physician before undergoing a hair loss treatment regime.

2. Don't despair, there's often a simple explanation for excessive hair loss and even hereditary loss or male pattern-type baldness can be treated successfully for most people nowadays.

About the author:
The author is the creator of the myhairlossadvisor.com website where you can find out more about all aspects of treating premature hair loss. Please visit also http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com

Coping with telogen effluvium.

2006-12-21T00:47:00.000-08:00

by: Richard Mitchell
Telogen effluvium is a hair loss condition that is characterized by a general thinning of the hair over a period of months. It is usually found in people who have recently experienced trauma with common causes including childbirth, major surgery and severe illness.

It occurs when one or more factors interfere with the normal growth cycle and manifests when large numbers of hairs are prematurely pushed from the growth (anagen) phase into the resting (telogen) phase. The telogen hairs are loosely attached at the roots and fall out easily. Fortunately, this unnatural growth behavior is only temporary and completely reversible.

Diagnosis of telogen effluvium involves a three step process:

1. Assess the type of hair loss suffered - generally telogen effluvium is typified by a rapid thinning throughout the scalp rather than the localized loss evident in most other conditions.

2. Review life events over the previous six months - typically some sort of traumatic event will have occurred.

3. Undergo a hormone test to rule out other abnormalities.

As far as treatment is concerned, telogen effluvium usually disappears as the effects of the trauma previously experienced begin to wear off. Consequently, there are no treatments specific to this condition although a product such as minoxidil (Rogaine) may help to accelerate the regrowth process.

You can find out more about telogen effluvium and other forms of hair loss at the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Telogen Effluvium to find out more about the issues covered in this article. More articles related to hair loss can be find here (recommend) at http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com/

Learning Male Hair Loss

2006-12-17T01:44:00.000-08:00

At a research study held in a university in Norfolk, Virginia, it was found that 84 percent of men suffering from hair loss were preoccupied with the loss. They described feelings of helplessness, vulnerability, and jealousy of men with full, healthy heads of hair. Men who had begun losing their hair in their early twenties were more likely to have problems with low self-esteem.

Male hair loss occurs because of a hormone imbalance. The medical term for male-pattern baldness is Androgenetic Alopecia. This term will help you understand the factors involved in excessive male hair loss. Androgen refers to any of the many hormones that control the appearance and development of masculine traits. An example is testosterone. Genetic refers to heredity, the inheritance of genes from either the mother or father. Alopecia simply means hair loss. So we could say that male hair loss occurs because of male hormones affected by genetic inheritance.

DHT (testosterone and 5-alpha-reductase) is a naturally occurring hormone that helps in sexual development. Genetic switches in certain men after puberty cause changes in hair follicles; specifically androgen receptor sites on the follicles that regulate healthy hair growth. As DHT levels increase as men age, binding at the follicle receptor sites increases. This causes an imbalance in the biological processes of the hair follicles that are more sensitive. Slowly, the follicles begin to degrade as DHT builds up on the site causing hair to grow back thinner and shorter, eventually making it so thin and short that it can't be seen.

Men lose their hair in different ways based on their genetic predisposition. Male hair loss usually involves receding at the temples, loss on the top of the head, and thinning over large areas. These patterns are identified on something called the ""Norwood scale,"" which classifies different types of hair loss.

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Be Patient for Treatment To Curb Hair Fall with one techniques

2006-12-16T02:06:00.000-08:00

People stricken with the agony of hair loss have been often found desperately switching over from one course of treatment to another in order to check hair loss and bring back hairs on scalp. However it should not be so, because all different ways for treating hair loss need some time to show results. All hair loss struck folks must keep patience. They should opt for one line of treatment and stick to it till the required time to see the desired results.

There are various treatment options. From natural remedies to high powered drugs- all are available to treat hair loss. There also exist a nutritional way to curb hair fall. If you don't want to take hair loss pills, a host of liquids and chemicals are also there to apply directly on the scalp.

Among all these treatment options what remains a favorite of all is home treatment option. These options are rather based on natural products and hence are also termed as natural remedy. From egg yolks to various oils there could be n-number of natural products to be used to treat hair loss at home. Natural measures also include nutritional supplements such as iron pills, iodine supplements and Vitamin B rich products.

Coming to medication option, only a few drugs have been approved as hair loss remedy. Precisely, there are only two medicines that have got approval of FDA. These are Minoxidil and Propecia. But these medications must be checked against side effects and reactions before being brought in regular use. Baring these medications there are also a good number of other medicines that are efficient in treating loss of hairs but not without disastrous side effects. So check in these details before trying any of these.

In extreme cases of hair loss when you are sure to remain bald for the whole life, you are left with only one option. This is hair transplantation through surgery.

Although there exists a non surgical option of hair replacement but it's not as effective as hair transplantation. While opting for transplantation you must take great care and caution in choosing the surgeon. You must select the surgeon whose dexterity in the sphere of hair transplantation is renowned.

Before using scalp ointments and liquids, a consultation with dermatologist is a prerequisite. There must not be excess application of scalp liquids. You should strictly follow the instructions given by your dermatologist.

All in all, I would sum up my article with a suggestion that don't get panicked over excessive hair loss. Have patience, you can bring back your hairs provided you are determined to do so.

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Poor Grooming will caused you Hair Loss

2006-12-14T00:48:00.000-08:00

Poor Cosmetic grooming is one of the most common reasons that make men and women lose their hair. The unfortunate thing about this is the fact it is so preventable. Fortunately there are some steps you can take to put right some of the damage caused.

Dr Zoe Draelos said at the American Academy of Dermatology's 2004 summer conference, offered a number of recommendations to improve the hair care regime:

1. People with extensive hair damage should therefore consider a shorter style because long hair is more easily damaged.

2. Prevent or avoid itching habit. Itching associated with seborrheic dermatitis can weaken and damage hair over a period of time so seek medical help if your scalp skin is itchy, red or scaly.

3. Becarefull of choosing grooming tools. Use a comb made from flexible plastic with smooth, rounded and coarse teeth. Use a brush with bristles that are smooth, ball-tipped, coarse and bendable. In addition brush as little as possible and avoid brushing wet hair.

4. Older people should therefore ensure that only weaker chemicals are applied. Hair growth slows with age and hair becomes thinner in texture.

5. Don't use tight rubber bands for ponytails as these cause excessive trauma and breaking of hairs. Likewise use hair clips loosely.

6. Make sure the hair is always cut with sharp scissors as crushing the end of the hair will encourage split ends.

7. Understand the nature of your hair and adjust the intensity of your grooming to match. For example, curly hair tends to crack more easily than straight hair so be careful.

8. Hair coloring and bleaching are damaging to hair. If you must change hair color, try to stay within three shades of the natural color to minimize damage.

9. The less that is done to hair in terms of styling, the healthier it will be. It follows then that care should be taken not to over-style with cosmetic products.

10. Hair relaxing and permanent waving are both damaging to hair and should only be used on a very limited basis.

You can find out more about treating hair loss by visiting the site listed below.

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Tips using Hair Loss Shampoo

2006-12-12T09:19:00.000-08:00

Shampoos are a kind of cleaning agent that contains chemical detergents and work well in cleaning dirt. There are 3 types of shampoos we can see in the market. They are either shampoo for dry hair, for normal hair, or for oily hair. Shampoos for dry hair will contain oil and as for normal or oily hair shampoo there will be no oil. It is definitely important for you to choose the right shampoo for your hair condition. Wrong use of shampoo over a period of time can cause hair loss.

For people with hair loss, proper hair care is very important. However, not many people really know how to take good care of their hair and scalp. If you are starting to see signs of thinning hair, it is time you learn some knowledge to taking care of your hair. Let us here learn about hair loss shampoo and how it can help us with hair loss.

Some hair loss are labeled acidic or pH balanced. That is because detergents in shampoos are alkaline and will cause hair to entangle easily. Hence acidic or pH balanced shampoos tried to balance the alkaline effect. Another group of shampoos are those that are medicated, and this is to help treat scalp issues such as dandruff, itchy scalp, or other conditions. However, such shampoos do not really help hair growth. They can only help treat scalp conditions and prevent temporary hair loss cause by these issues.

Usually those hair loss shampoos that claimed to contain lots of substances that promote hair growth are just to make the consumers feel good. In fact, shampoos can only clean hair, they cannot really nourish hair. Nourishment for the hair can only goes through bloods vessels and into the hair, hence applying anything to the surface of the scalp will not really help much.

Using shampoo is not harmful for people with hair loss. Regular use of shampoo helps to keep the scalp and hair clean. It can help male baldness by clearing and washing away androgen on the scalp, which contributes to hair loss.

The way one use shampoo determines how much one can get out of it. The first thing you need to do it wet your hair, then pour a 20 cent drop of shampoo onto your hand. Rub it between your fingers and scrub your scalp with your hands, with moderate strength. It is not correct to pour shampoo directly on the scalp as such method will clean your hair unevenly, with some parts less cleaned than others. Then rinse off thoroughly. Take note that it is not true that using more shampoo will clean your hair better. Some shampoo can clean well even if there is very little lather produced.

So, start getting the right hair loss shampoos and clean your hair the right way. You definitely can help your hair loss issue get better with proper hair care.

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Finding Information on Hair Transplant

2006-12-09T01:54:00.000-08:00

There are several components that factor into the overall cost of hair replacement and hair loss treatment procedures. For starters, you should consider whether the facility is small and privately owned or is part of a large, well known change or franchise of hair loss treatment centers. Larger facilities have to maintain their overhead, so in general the costs for upkeep are passed on to the client. You should also consider the cost of the procedure in comparison to the long term benefits. Some of the least expensive treatments available have the potential to be less lasting than alternative methods, which are unfortunately more costly.

You should also consider the number of treatments needed in your particular treatment. It may be possible pick a more expensive method with fewer treatments, as opposed to a therapy that costs less initially, but requires more appointments in order to achieve the desired effect. Another important point to consider is the sheer unpredictability or any treatment. It is entirely possible that you and your doctor maybe confident in a particular method – one that will bring about the best changes in the least amount of time – but during the treatment span things may not go according to plan.

Irregardless of expense, or the popularity of a certain treatment’s success, there is always a chance that you may have to increase the number of treatments or attempt an entirely different approach. And of course, the overall cost of any treatment is going to be dependant upon your particular condition and situation. Cases in need of more time, attention, and skill on the physician’s part are going to more involved and require more appointments. A hidden cost of hair loss treatment is travel. You will certainly have better chances of success in your treatment’s outcome at centers that are located in large cities and metropolitan areas. Getting to and from a hair loss treatment center or specialist’s office can not only be time consuming, but can become costly – especially if your treatment plan includes a number of scheduled appointments.

At the more serious and potentially longer lasting end of the treatment spectrum, hair transplants are usually within the $2,500 to $9,000 range; whereas the cost for a hair grafts lies with in the typical range of $5,000 to $6,000 but can cost an upwards of $8,000 to $10,000. At first glance, these figures can be a bit of a shock, but you have to take into consideration the possible annual expense of other less evasive treatments such as over the counter topical treatments, hair pieces, and weaving techniques that can cost an upwards of $10,000 and are not as well known for producing long lasting, desirable or natural effects. On average a graft will cost between $5 and $6, but can cost up to $8 or more per graft, and a single grafting session can require hundreds of grafts. It is becoming nearly customary for a clinic to offer discounted pricing on hair grafts once the number of grafts completed reaches 1,000 to 2,000 depending on the center.

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8 Essential Oils as Aromatherapy for Hair Loss

2006-12-08T15:22:00.000-08:00

By Melanie Vonzabuesnig
There are essential oils that can promote your hair growth as Aromatherapy for Hair Loss.
Losing my hair, handfuls at a time until I was practically bald was a painful experience for me. Fortunately I was able to overcome my hair loss and re grow my hair through the use of aromatherapy. Learning about aromatherapy soon became my passion and my field of study. For fifteen years now I have been able to control my hair loss and maintain healthy hair with aromatherapy. There are approximately 200 essential oils in use today. Of those, about 35 are commonly used for scalp and hair. Most people who work with essential oils settle into about 10 or 15 oils they can’t live without. This article contains what I consider to be the top eight essential oils to stimulate and maintain hair growth.

BASIL, (Ocimum basilicum).
Basil oil is a powerful scalp stimulator. When applied to the scalp you can actually “feel” it working. It produces a warm, slightly tingling sensation. When I use basil I don’t have to use a conditioner. My hair rinses out smooth, tangle free and squeaky clean. I’ve noticed that basil, more than any other essential oil, makes my hair look shiny, healthy and thicker.

CARROT SEED, (Daucus carota).
Carrot seed oil is superior for hair and skin that is in need of nourishment, moisture and elasticity. It is indicated for alopecia areata, fragile hair, brittle hair and falling hair. It is calming to the skin and scalp. Carrot seed oil is rich in beta-carotene, vitamins A, B1, B2, and C, essential fatty acids and other nutrients. It is expensive and harder to find than most essential oils. Although some people find it pleasing, I am not particularly fond of the scent; but I am fond of the results!

CYPRESS, (Cupressus sempervirens).
Imagine your self in a quiet forest surrounded by tall Cypress tress. The aroma of cypress oil can transport you to that soothing place. Cypress is used to reduce oiliness in the scalp and is good for dandruff. I use cypress if I am making a nighttime scalp formula that I will leave in while I sleep. It clears the mind and prepares it for sleep. It is important to use only the smallest amount (1 drop) in your formula or it could have the opposite effect. I like to blend it with orange and lavender in a base of jojoba.

LAVENDER, (lavendula vera)
Lavender oil is a standard in hair and skin care. It has cell-regenerating properties. It is used to promote hair growth and to prevent future loss. It is effective for all hair types. Because it has the ability to regulate sebum production, it is useful for either oily or dry scalp. Lavender is often paired with rosemary in scalp and hair formulas. Together they produce an outstanding synergy for hair care.

Lemon, (Citrus limon)
the essential oil comes from the rind, which is high in Vitamins A, B and C. Lemon oil is very versatile. It can be used for dry or oily hair because it helps to regulate sebum production. It is anti-aging and promotes cell-regeneration. It helps to restore the hair’s natural ph level. Lemon oil can produce a healthy shine, especially to blonde hair.

PEPPERMINT, (Mentha piperita)
If I could only have one essential oil for my hair it would be peppermint. It is refreshing and invigorating, excellent to use in the morning to get the day started! Peppermint produces a cool, tingling feeling as it energizes the scalp. It is used to promote hair growth, for dandruff and itchy scalp.

ROSEMARY, (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Rosemary oil is very well known for it’s superior hair care qualities. For hair care, it is probably used more often than any other essential oil, especially to promote hair growth. It is a powerful scalp stimulator for hair loss and to strengthen thinning hair. It is also used to shine and condition hair and to bring out highlights in dark hair.

TEA TREE, (Melaleuca alternifolia) Tea tree oil has become very popular. It is anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal. It is effective against any type of fungal condition of scalp such as ringworm. It is used to heal infections and to reduce itchiness. It removes build-up on the scalp and helps rejuvenate dull lifeless hair. It leaves hair soft, clean and manageable. Tea tree has a strong, clan medicinal scent.

It is important to know and follow all safety guidelines before using any aromatherapy products. Essential oils must be diluted properly before applying to skin. Certain oils cannot be used if certain medical conditions are present. Enlisting the help of a trained professional aromatherapist can help ensure a safe and effective formula.

Melanie Vonzabuesnig is the author of Hair Loss in Women…Getting to the Root of the Problem She is passionate about empowering women with information and solutions involving female hair loss. She used aromatherapy to overcome her own severe hair loss problems and has been able to maintain healthy hair for many years now. She went on to study aromatherapy and massage therapy, specializing in female hair loss issues. For more information visit VZ BOTANICALS or email at vz1@verizon.net Please also visit for more articles at http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com/
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How to Preventing Hair Loss Regularly

2006-12-07T15:37:00.000-08:00

Hairs that are nourished properly never fall and add a lot to your physical appearance. Undernourished hairs often result in baldness. So you must try to keep your hairs in good condition to prevent hair loss.

Preventing hair loss only requires you to be a little more careful. A little negligence may push you towards agonizing experience of hair loss or baldness. So folks! Before it's too late, gear up to adopt all the preventive measures and save your hairs from falling.

There could be numerous ways of hair care and you need to pick out the most convenient way. But before adopting any measure to prevent baldness, you must seek suggestions from hair care specialist. Your hair care provider would guide you in product selection for hair nourishment seeing nature of your hairs.

There are a good number of prevention options at your home that are safe as well as cost effective. You may opt for them. All prevention options could be broadly categorized in two major groups- products meant to be applied on hairs and products that are to be ingested. There are host of shampoos that claim to ensure hundred percent hair care. But I would recommend only herbal shampoos.

Natural hair care is probably best available option. For example, your dietary intake is crucial in saving your hair loss. Your diet must include zinc and vitamin B6. There could be number of other eatables that you could incorporate in your normal diet to prevent hair loss. A milk shake with banana and honey could be very useful in offering you essential nutrients required for hair nourishment.

Enhancing level of blood flow towards scalp would help in keeping hair regeneration process in good condition. Aloe Vera and Red Henna serve this purpose well. You may apply these natural products on your scalp to prevent an impending baldness. In addition to these a good number of conditioners could be used for the same purpose. These conditioners could be prepared at home. An egg and a few drops of brandy result in an effective conditioner which can be applied on scalp. Similarly a conditioner could be also made up of caster oil and egg yolk or egg yolk and vinegar. Rosemary could be used in combination of the shampoo that you use daily. It happens to be a great hair nourisher.

In the end I would like to give a word of caution. Be consistent with one product to prevent hair fall, switching over from one product to another won't help you in your objective.

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Propecia will re-grow the hair loss

2006-12-05T09:23:00.000-08:00

According to a study, in comparison to women, men are more vulnerable to problem of hair loss. This is also a general observation; you can easily see more bald men than bald women. Baldness in men is prominent because every man carries baldness causing factor in his body. This factor is known as testosterone. Those who have knowledge about human body know that testosterone is the prime puberty hormone in the body of every man. This hormone starts the process of puberty in a male child. Under its stimulation a male child get pubic hair, moustaches and beard. After achieving puberty, this hormone changes its work field and helps in production semen and it also causes physical changes during sexual activities.

The production of testosterone goes on throughout the life. Testosterone has a life cycle every drop of this hormone is replaced by fresh supply from testicles. To give the space newly coming supply of testosterone the previously present hormone finishes its life. For finishing its life testosterone converts into di-hydro-testosterone (DHT). DHT is a wasteful material; during its removal from body it clogs hair follicles of scalp. Clogged hair follicle cannot hold hair and hair fall easily. The baldness caused by DHT is known as male pattern baldness or androgenic alopecia.

Any medication which inhibits the conversion of testosterone into DHT can treat male pattern baldness. While is using DHT blocker reliability and safety of medication is the prime consideration of everyone. Propecia is the prime DHT blocker. Propecia is completely reliable, effective and safer for every man. FDA approval for this medication is a symbol of reliability, efficacy and safety of Propecia. Propecia is made up of a steroid type II alpha reductase. This active ingredient of Propecia works on testosterone and synthesizes it in 5-alpha DHT. This chemical compound is non harmful for hair follicles.

Propecia is an oral-prescription medication so it should be taken only on doctor’s prescription. It comes in volume of 1mg; a pill of Propecia daily is its general dosage. To see any visible results Propecia should be used for a minimum period of 3 months. The complete duration of treatment with Propecia can be 12 months long.

The hair care medication Propecia can be a cause of some side effects, but the side effects of Propecia are mild like itching, hypersensitivity and swelling of lips. Any side effect of Propecia takes place only when the body of user does not adjust with the medication. Moreover, possibility of side effect is there only in few initial days of use. Once the body is adapted to the medication, there is almost no possibility of any side effect of Propecia.

Propecia is effective only in male pattern baldness. Anyone can buy Propecia through an online order. An online order is a better way to purchase this medication. Because an online order for Propecia is convenient, cost effective and time saving.

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Stop Hair Loss with Ayurveda

2006-12-04T22:04:00.000-08:00

Ayurveda is the traditional system of medicine practiced in India and Sri Lanka. It is a complete approach to health care designed to promote a way of life rather than an occasional treatment. As a holistic system of medicine ayurveda focuses on our uniqueness and takes into account our mental attitude, lifestyle and spirit which should not be treated in isolation from each other.

Most hair loss sufferers seek solutions from Western medicine or turn to remedies derived from local traditions. Some experts however argue that the ayurvedic system of medicine has much to offer in dealing with hair loss conditions.

According to ayurveda, the following principles are beneficial to healthy and plentiful hair:

- Oils, for example sesame and coconut, should be applied to the scalp to nourish, lubricate and strengthen the roots. This will also improve circulation to the head.

- The scalp must be kept cool, so protection from sun and washing in cold or lukewarm water are paramount.

- Sound nutrition is key, so a hair-friendly diet should emphasize proteins, iron, zinc, sulfur, Vitamin C, Vitamin B-Complex and essential fatty acids.

- Use should be made of hair analysis to ascertain toxicity levels and nutritional deficiencies.

You can find out more about alternative hair loss treatments by visiting the site listed below.

Richard Mitchell is the creator of the http://www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Hair Loss Solutions to learn more about the issues covered in this article.

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Best Guide on Hair Loss for female

2006-11-27T10:10:00.000-08:00

Hair loss usually occurs because of hormonal factors. As a consequence, biological events like puberty, pregnancy and menopause that effect female hormone levels can also cause female hair loss. In the case of pregnancy, hair loss is simply a consequence of the stress the body undergoes during labor and should stop approximately 6 months after birth. Discontinuation of taking birth control pills can also cause temporary female hair loss.

The most common type of female hair loss is androgenetic alopecia or female-pattern baldness. This type of hair loss is associated with hair thinning predominantly over the sides and top of the head. Female hair loss affects about one-third of all susceptible women and usually onsets after menopause although it can begin earlier.

Other causes of female hair loss include dieting. Rapid weight loss over a short period of time promotes hair loss and some supplements such as excessive vitamin A also contribute to hair loss. Physical and emotional stress can cause hair loss but this usually only occurs when the trauma is excessive and of a long duration. Everyday stress does not promote hair loss.

Some common myths related to female hair loss are that frequent washing and shampooing, and wearing of wigs and hats all cause hair loss. In addition, rumors abound that permanents, coloring, and other cosmetic treatments can cause permanent hair loss. Other myths are that brushing your hair everyday will create healthier hair, that shaving your head will cause hair to grow back thicker, and that stress causes permanent hair loss. Finally, other myths are that there is a cure for female-pattern baldness and that dandruff causes permanent hair loss.

These are just a few common myths associated with female hair loss. If you experience excessive hair loss, you should see a licensed dermatologist for a thorough diagnosis and treatment options.

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Relation between Thyroid and Hair Loss

2006-11-25T15:30:00.000-08:00

Rapid hair loss may be noticed as a symptom of hyperthyroidism, or hypothyroidism. During a crisis of the body, hair cells may shut down in order to redirect that energy elsewhere. A situation like hormonal changes, poor diet or a nutritional deficiency, a new medication, surgery, or a medical condition can cause rapid hair loss – But one of the most prevalent causes of rapid hair loss is thyroid disease. The following should be considered when dealing with hair loss:

• Get evaluated by a dermatologist first.

• Make sure that it is not caused by a side-effect of your thyroid drug.

• Make sure that are not being under-treated.

• Consult a doctor to make sure you do not have any nutritional deficiencies or poor diet problems that may be correctable.

• Consider alternative treatments.

Hair can be a barometer of health, as hair cells are some of the fastest growing cells in the body. Oftentimes the worst symptom of a thyroid problem is hair loss, whether it is through thinning hair, large amounts falling out in the shower or at the sink, or severe changes in the hair’s texture, making it difficult to deal with, tangling it easily.

Make sure to get an evaluation first, before assuming that it is your thyroid causing the problem. A dermatologist can evaluate your hair loss to rule out certain potential causes, like infection. Make sure to be patient, it may take time after a new treatment is started before you will experience the results you want. The loss will slow down and likely eventually stop if you start a new hyperthyroidism medication, but it can often take a few months before you will see these changes.

Make sure that you understand the common types of hair loss; general shedding, alopecia and male pattern hair loss (which surprisingly enough, women can get just as easily). General shedding is hair that is lost all throughout the head, especially during a shower or while brushing your hair. Alopecia involves circular patches, and often entails complete loss of hair in these areas. Finally, male (or in many cases female) pattern hair loss is concentrated on the temples and the top of the head, but typically does not move further than those points.

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How your parents can caused hair loss

2006-11-24T09:02:00.000-08:00

Nice inheritance don't you think? Just exactly when you're already confident with your job and your life, your hair line decided to go backward (worse, there is almost nothing left!) and little by little leave your scalp and expose the bare thing to the public!

Let us face it when genetics are in play what ever family trait and illness that are common may eventually be passed on to you. Hair loss is definitely one of them. A lot of people believe that it is only the men that lose hair in the family but in reality if it is in your blood line you are most likely to end up there as well.

It is not your fault you are losing those beautiful locks you once had. No matter how strong and powerful you are you can not control it if it is in your genes. In fact its in your genes that will say as to how much hair you can have in a lifetime and how much hair you will lose at a certain time.

You don't have to worry about this hair loss though because not everyone who has genes that have hair loss will actually experience it. There are some people who just carry the genes. While for those who will experience it, some happens at an early age while some later.

We used to think that only males initially lose their hair but in reality there are a lot women too who experience hair loss the only difference is their hair thins all over instead of just a specific spot that happens with men.

Scientists have found different ways and solutions on how to treat receding hair lines. If there was one thing you cannot do with hair loss is to prevent it. All you can do is treat is to treat it when it starts receding already.

Do not expect that the treatment (commonly drugs) will work quickly. There are some who grown very substantial hair at faster rate while there are some who grow only a few at a longer period. If you want more hair there are now surgical treatments available for additional hair in areas where it is most needed.

Just because it is in your genes it doesn't mean you cannot do anything about it. Go see your doctor and know what you can about this impediment. There are lots alternatives to every treatment. You can choose to take something orally, topically or you can consider surgery. Hair loss in genes is not an excuse to not do anything.

If you are wondering why you are losing your hair when nobody in your mother's side is in anyway bald you might want to look in your father's side as well. There was a common misconception that hair loss is inherited from the mother's genes but this is not the real case because there are some who got those traits from their father's genes.

Remember also that no matter your age, gender or race can not really tell you of your possibility with hair loss. All you have to do once it happens is to go to doctor and know which treatment will suit you best. After all it is your confidence that is most important because it will affect how you interact with people.

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Really No Explanation about Hair Loss

2006-11-22T02:08:00.000-08:00

Kelly Anne Spratt, D.O., Director of Women's Cardiovascular Health at the University of Pennsylvania Presbyterian Medical Center, answers your questions.
Q. I'm a 29-year-old female. Three years ago I began to notice my hair shedding more than normal. I've been to several doctors with no luck. This has made me very depressed. I'm scared I'm going to lose all my hair. Would there be anything in my environment that could be causing this? Or should I just accept the fact that I'm going to lose my hair and there is no cure for it?

A. More than 21 million women (1 in 4) have serious hair loss at some point in their lives. The most common form is female pattern baldness, which is an overall thinning mostly over the top and sides of the head. This is more common after menopause, with the fluctuations of hormones, but hair loss can begin even as early as puberty. The likelihood of having hair loss is influenced a great deal by heredity and can come from either parent's side, but this is only one risk factor.

Hair growth takes about six months per strand and so any physical or emotional stress, illness, or change in environment can take up to six months to be seen in your hair. In addition, medications -- including birth control pills or blood pressure medicines -- or diseases such as thyroid disease or a nutritional deficiency can also result in hair loss. Chemicals such as those used by your stylist may also cause hair loss, especially if you color or process your hair.

First, the more anxious and frightened you are, the more likely that the stress will contribute to further hair loss. Review any (ANY!) changes that have happened over the last few years and see what happened in the six months prior to the onset of this three years ago. In the meantime, you could try Propecia or topical Rogaine which are approved for hair loss. This is helpful about half of the time but must be used continuously or hair loss will resume once it is stopped.

Keep in mind that hair thinning does not guarantee total hair loss and that, just as suddenly as this all started, it can also stop. And please keep in mind that your beauty is more than "hair deep."

Big Result for Hair Loss in this easiest way

2006-11-21T03:32:00.000-08:00

Most people in age have problem with hair loss problem?
There are the 5 steps that have been followed by every single guy who has ever conquered their hair loss problem

Step #1:
be equipped with the most powerful treatments and techniques on the planet. This is not any easy task ? sifting through hundreds of scam treatments to find one or two "real deal" treatments is like finding a needle in a haystack...

Step #2:
Understanding why hair loss is occuring. Investigate by yourself or read books or article like this to know better the cause of loosing hair.

Step #3: develop a plan of action, and decide which treatments to include in your regime. Then you need to get hold of these treatments at reasonable prices. And boy, there is a gigantic range in prices for the same ingredients!

Step #4: commit to a plan and then find an effective way to track your results. It's the only way that you'll know whether your treatment regime is working...

Step #5: develop a treatment regime. A treatment regime is a combination approach towards hair loss. See, if you just take 1 approach, you'll be throwing all your eggs in one basket! You also need to choose treatments that you are personally comfortable with using. There are upsides and downsides to every treatment...

The important to remember that to conquering your hair loss problem will take a little effort.

Dave Klein is the author of The Ultimate Hair Loss Solution.
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Read the Latest techniques of hair transplants.

2006-11-19T00:48:00.000-08:00

Latest techniques deliver painless hair transplants.
by: Richard Mitchell
The recent development of improved hair transplant techniques ensures that patients can now benefit from pain-free surgery.

Unlike the older techniques that could be painful and cause unsightly scarring, the Woods Technique of Follicular Relocation is minimally invasive, painless and leads to hair restoration that looks and feels completely natural.

Under this technique physicians transplant only the hair follicle and not the excess tissue that is common with other transplant techniques. This means that the transplant site only has to nourish the essential follicles resulting in a higher take rate and a lower risk of fallout caused by localized shock.

The creators of the technique have been perfecting it in Australia since 1989 during which time more than 2000 procedures have been performed with a high success rate. Interestingly, Drs Woods and Woods-Campbell have made the discovery that transplanted body hair can grow up to three times its length and assume the characteristics and qualities of scalp hair. This means that patients who have damaged or depleted donor areas can now benefit from the technique.

The good news for American patients is that the technique is now being introduced to the US with a training facility for doctors established at UCLA.

You can find out more about these techniques by visiting the sites listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. To find out more about this technique please visit The Woods Technique
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Treatment for Women Hair Loss

2006-11-15T03:00:00.000-08:00

Tips for facing hair loss at the begining

2006-11-13T00:19:00.000-08:00

by: Richard Mitchell
The fact you are reading this probably indicates you have concerns about the rate of your hair loss. Baldness may sometimes be a source of amusement to those with a full head of hair, but premature hair loss at any age can be the cause of intense concern to those affected.

But you can do something about this! By following the guidelines suggested in this article you will place yourself in a position to identify a hair loss treatment that not only works but also fits in with your lifestyle and preferences.

To achieve this you must truthfully answer four simple questions:

1. What is the true cause of your hair loss?

Most instances of hair loss in men, for example, can be attributed to androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness) but you must be certain as this will influence your choice of hair loss treatment. To be completely certain you should consult with your physician.

2. How far has your hair loss progressed?

It is crucial to realize that the sooner you start treating hair loss, the greater your chances of success. You need to identify the pattern of hair loss as this will help establish both the cause and most effective treatment option.

3. What hair loss treatment options are you prepared to consider?

Your answer to this question will depend on a number of factors including the type and extent of hair loss, what treatments have been tried previously, your personal preferences with regard to using medications or natural remedies and the amount you are prepared to spend.

4. Do you have sufficient patience and determination to succeed?

There really are no miracle cures for premature hair loss. Equally, there are treatments that can halt and even reverse this condition, but none of them will work overnight. Treatments take time to work and there is no such thing as a remedy that suits everyone.

When you have given proper consideration to these questions you will find yourself in a better position to choose the hair loss treatment that best suits your circumstances. It you're still not sure, talk to your physician or carry out more research. But you need to be clear on one point - the longer you delay, the more difficult your path to hair regrowth will be.

You can find out more about developing your own hair loss strategy by following the link below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Hair Loss Treatments to find out more about the issues covered in this article.

How to Get rid of Male Hair Loss Easily

2006-11-11T03:53:00.000-08:00

Would you like to know how to conquer your hair loss problem?

Well, here are the 5 critical steps that have been followed by every single guy who has ever conquered their hair loss problem...

If you want to conquer your hair loss, then what do you think you need to do?

That's right, YOU MUST follow these same steps. There is no question about it...

So, without further ado, here goes...

Step #1: YOU MUST understand why YOUR hair loss is occuring. Otherwise, to put it politely ? You have no hope!

Step #2: YOU MUST be equipped with the most powerful treatments and techniques on the planet. This is not any easy task ? sifting through hundreds of scam treatments to find one or two "real deal" treatments is like finding a needle in a haystack...

Step #3: YOU MUST develop a treatment regime. A treatment regime is a combination approach towards hair loss. See, if you just take 1 approach, you'll be throwing all your eggs in one basket! You also need to choose treatments that you are personally comfortable with using. There are upsides and downsides to every treatment...

Step #4: YOU MUST develop a plan of action, and decide which treatments to include in your regime. Then you need to get hold of these treatments at reasonable prices. And boy, there is a gigantic range in prices for the same ingredients!

Step #5: YOU MUST commit to a plan and then find an effective way to track your results. It's the only way that you'll know whether your treatment regime is working...

The bottom line? Conquering your hair loss problem will take a little effort, but believe me, its worth it...

Dave Klein is the author of The Ultimate Hair Loss Solution (http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com), the most powerful hair loss treatment program on Earth.

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Wonder of Causes Of Hair Loss?

2006-11-05T00:32:00.000-08:00

Trying to find out what causes hair to fall out is often very hard to do. This is because there are so many different causes of hair loss, there is no one common denominator that one can look to. Causes of hair loss range from heredity, an anti-immune condition, stress, hormonal changes, diet, rest and hair care. In order to find out what is causing your hair loss, you should first visit your doctor. He/She will do a series of test to try to find the cause and discuss the possible treatments for your particular hairloss.

If the causes of hair loss have to do with medication, such as chemotherapy or certain antibiotics, then your hair will start to grow back once you complete the regimen of treatment. There is no need to consider any hair regrowth systems because the hair loss situation is only temporary. What many people do not realize is that diet plays a big part in healthy hair. Research has shown that a diet low in certain B vitamins is one of the causes of hair loss. You can watch your diet and increase the foods that contain these essential elements or you can take a vitamin supplement. While this is a healthy practice in itself, taking too many vitamins for hair regrowth could have the opposite effect and also cause hair loss.

If you have a condition known as alopecia, then there are no hair regrowth systems that will help you regrow your natural hair. There is no cure for this condition, although many advertised products would have you believe there is. Many of the commercial products that claim to be able to regrow hair, and while they do work for some customers there is no guarantee that they will work for you. If the doctor determines that the cause of hair loss in your case is not medical, then you can try some of the hair regrowth systems on the market.

One of the surgical hair regrowth systems that men and women commonly use is the hair transplant. Older methods of this system meant taking patches of skin containing hair, dissecting it into hair grafts and then grafting it back on to the scalp so that it would grow together as a normal head of hair. There are also more modern methods of this system, such as gluing synthetic hair onto the scalp ? almost like wearing a permanent wig. This method is also one of the causes of hairloss because when you pull if off, you also take hairs off your head.

Another of the hair regrowth systems is the hair weave. With this system, as with all others, the surgeon has to make sure you have had a regular check up to make sure there are no underlying medical causes of hairloss. With the hair weave, the foundation fabric of a hair piece is actually woven underneath your existing hair. This does tend to come loose and will have to be retightened every few months, which will cost you money. However, having this done at regular intervals is no more expensive than going to the hairdresser every week.

There are many causes of hair loss, if you are worried about your hair loss the first step is to find out what is causing yours.

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Best Hair Loss Treatment

2006-10-22T16:35:00.000-07:00

A lot of men today who suffer from hair loss are usually so intent on finding a solution, they will try almost anything. It's not that they are looking for some fountain of youth. They are just tired of hair loss making them look ten to fifteen years older than they really are, and they are committed to doing something decisive and positive about it. By reading the advice on this site most people will at least be in a position to decide which hair loss treatment or hair loss product, if any is suitable for them.

Baldness and hairloss are not always inevitable, and the amount and rate of loss can often be diminished with the correct treatment. The good news is, there are now available more options than ever before, the bad news is however is that there are even more unscrupulous people selling useless lotion and potions to people who are willing to try anything to achieve their hopes and dreams.

What are the common hair loss causes?

2006-10-16T00:48:00.000-07:00

by: Richard Mitchell
One of the most worrying aspects of hair loss treatment is the tendency of so many people to seek solutions without first determining what has caused their loss in the first place.

At best, sufferers may waste money on inappropriate 'wonder cures' or even legitimate treatments that unfortunately are not suitable for their particular needs. At worst, some people may be risking their health by self-prescribing powerful pharmaceutical drugs. I don't have a problem with hair loss sufferers saving money by purchasing cheap generic drugs on the internet, but I feel strongly that they should at least seek confirmation from their physician that a given drug matches their individual needs.

Before examining the most common causes of premature hair loss we need to understand that some shedding of hair is perfectly normal. Hairs grow from follicles that are tiny organs in the skin designed to grow a single hair that follows this repetitive cycle:

1. Short transition period (Catagen Stage) - this period of transition lasts for roughly two to four weeks. During this phase the hair shaft becomes detached and moves upwards within the follicle.

2. Resting period (Telogen Stage) - this phase lasts about three months allowing the hair to detach itself prior to falling out.

3. Lengthy growth period (Anagen Stage) - this phase usually lasts between two and seven years with an average growth rate of six inches (15cm) each year.

Androgenetic alopecia is the most common cause of hair loss, probably accounting for as much as 95% of pattern hair loss for both men and women. It is usually associated with aging and develops in predictable stages over varying periods of time.

Each follicle follows a genetically programmed growth cycle with some follicles coded to remain active for a shorter time than others. This results in the development of the hereditary baldness patterns that are so familiar to us all.

At this point a new hair begins to grow thus repeating the normal cycle of hair growth. Unfortunately a number of factors can interfere with the natural hair growth process leading to forms of hair thinning or premature baldness.

For this type of baldness to occur, the following factors must be present:

1. Aging - in other words, enough time for the first two factors to exert an influence.

2. A genetic predisposition for hair loss to occur (as explained above).

3. The presence of male hormones.

All men and women produce male hormones such as testosterone and DHT. These have a useful role to play in both sexes but obviously occur in widely differing concentrations. It is the higher levels of androgens found in males that explains why this form of hair loss affects men more than women.

In brief, these hormones affect the hair growth cycle as follows:

1. DHT causes the terminal hairs to miniaturize.

2. The growth phases gradually become shorter until these hairs are lost for good.

3. High levels of the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme occur in some cells of the hair follicle and sebaceous glands.

4. 5-alpha-reductase converts testosterone into DHT.

5. This leaves short, soft, fluffy vellus hairs that provide inadequate scalp coverage.

In most cases the hair will reappear on its own but until then, the condition can be very distressing to sufferers particularly as its cause can be difficult to determine. If you feel you may be suffering from this form of hair loss, seek the advice of your physician who will carry out a physical examination and conduct blood tests to help determine the cause.

Alopecia areata is thought to be an immune system disorder that causes follicles to stop producing hairs in patches on the head. In severe cases it can advance to the stage where all hair on the head is lost (alopecia totalis) or even a complete absence of body hair results (alopecia universalis).

Telogen effluvium is characterized by a general thinning or shedding of hair over a period of months and is most commonly found in people who have recently experienced trauma. Common causes include childbirth, major surgery, severe illness, psychological stress and chemotherapy. The good news is that the abnormal growth behavior associated with telogen effluvium is temporary and reversible.

There are numerous other less common hair loss causes that need to be discounted before a course of treatment is chosen. Traction alopecia is the loss of hair from constant pulling, usually as the result of hair styling. Broken hairs can result in thinning, often caused by excessive styling or exposure to chemicals and sun. Finally, severe illnesses or nutritional deficiencies can cause side effects that may include degrees of hair loss.

I hope this brief article has gotten across the message that diagnosing the real causes of hair loss is not always a straightforward process. Once you and your physician have identified a cause, then you can work towards restoring your hair to its former glory. And the good news is, most forms of hair loss can be treated successfully. The next article in this series will look at some of the best hair loss treatments currently available.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the myhairlossadvisor.com website where you can find out more about all aspects of treating premature hair loss. Learn about tips and cause of hair loss in http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com/

Hair loss

2006-10-14T00:13:00.000-07:00

by: andy casasanta

Male Pattern Baldness
There are 90,000 to 150,000 hairs on the scalp. The hairs grow from roots called follicles. Blood vessels at the base of each follicle provide nourishment vital for hair and hair growth. Hair growth in each root occurs in a cycle independent of each other.

At any time about 90 percent of the hairs on the scalp are in the growth phase, while the other 10 percent are in the resting phase. The growth phase can last an average of up to five years, after which the follicle goes into a resting phase, which can last upto four months. At the end of this phase, the hair falls out and is replaced by a new hair.

This is all a perfectly normal part of the growth cycle. In fact, on a typical day, up to 150 hairs can be lost. Baldness occurs when hair is lost at an unusually high rate and hair replacement occurs at an unusually slow rate and/or when normal hairs are replaced by weaker, smaller ones.

What is Male Pattern Baldness?
Almost all cases of hair loss is the result of Male pattern baldness (or androgenetic alopecia). Male pattern baldness occurs much more frequently in men than in women. Even in mild cases It affects roughly 50 million men in the United States. Balding may begin at any age after puberty.

While some types of hair loss is reversible, male pattern baldness tends to be permanent. It occurs in a very typical pattern on the scalp. Hair loss usually begins at the temples and at the top of the head toward the back, causing a receding hairline and a bald spot. Sometimes progressing further until the two sections become joined,leaving a horseshoe pattern on the sides and back of the head.

Male pattern baldness progresses slowly and is not associated with any physical discomfort.

What causes male pattern baldness?
Male pattern baldness is thought to be a combination of hormonal and genetic factors. Testosterone and its more potent derivative dihydrotestosterone (DHT) are the contributimg factors of the degree of balddness. Whatever the exact causes of male pattern baldness may be, it is hereditary.

A tendency toward baldness on either side of a man's family(mother or father) indicates The speed, pattern,and degree of the balding. Usually, the earlier it begins, the more severe the hair loss will be. Balding is not caused by wearing a hat, you cant regrow hair by Massaging or brushing, or excessive shampooing stimulate hair growth.

These are thought to be false. Stress may contribute to a form of hair loss, but normal everyday stress does not contribute to balding.

What are the treatment options for male pattern baldness?
-Herbal Shampoos
-Herbal Remedies
-Specialty Shampoos(for example Helsinki Formula)
-Wigs
-Transplants
-Medication(Propecia,Minoxidil etc)
-Home Remedies
-Others

Hair transplantation
In hair transplants, healthy live follicles are removed from a donor site on the scalp and transplanted to the balding area. The follicles are commonly taken in "plugs" of one hair to two hairs (micrografts) from the sides or back of the head and moved to the balding area, with the hairline being slowly reconstructed.

Larger plugs may be used. Donor sites with full hair make transplants more successful. Some scarring may occur. Transplanted follicles are usually permanent. Synthetic hair has also been used for transplants but has been known for to have a high rate of infection and has been been banned.As with any surgical procedure, hair transplantation present certain risks. If you are considering a transplant, consult your doctor.

Wigs:
A hairpiece can be custom made to cover a balding area. Hairpieces may fade and over time. It is important to clean the scalp under the hairpiece regularly. Another option is a weave, in which fake(synthetic) hair is sewn into existing hair.
This just a quick run down of what happens when most men reach a certain age. Here are a couple of sites that we have found that will educate and inform and give you everything you want to know about Male Pattern Baldness. The reviews are very positive and even might give you possible solutions to this problem that has afflicted almost every man for generations.

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Submitted Mr Andy Casasanta. The author of this article has devoted a portion of his life to health and well being for himself and others. All the subjects of his articles has effected his life in one way or another. Which has inspired him to create a tremendous health and pharmacy website. In this site you will find up to 40 health articles and growing, and a 7000 reciprocal link exchange page. Savings of up to 80% on all popular drugs. Viagra, Lipitor, meridia, and hundreds more all for pennies on the dollar. Please visit http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com

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Alopecia Areata And Hair Loss

2006-10-12T02:29:00.000-07:00

Alopecia Areata And Hair Loss: What Does Aloe Vera Have To Do With It
A disease of unknown cause in which well-defined bald patches occur, usually on the head and other hairy parts of the body. The condition typically clears without treatment; recurrences are common. Alopecia areata is an immune system disorder where hair follicles cease making new hairs. About 2% of us experience a case of alopecia areata at some point in their lives.

Even though medical doctors have no known cure for alopecia areata, there have been some discoveries in the medical research arena of aloe. (El Zawahry M;Rashad M;Hegazy MR;Helal M;. Use of aloe in treating dermatoses. Int J Dermatol. 1973; 12: 68-73)

The Aloe vera gel, the substance from the inner leaf, has long been used for its wound healing properties and contains mainly polysaccharides consisting of acetylated mannose, glucose, galactose, and arabinose. Numerous studies have documented the effectiveness of fresh gel in healing skin or excessive x-ray irradiation or thermal burns. Fresh aloe vera gel applied to the skin was shown to be effective in alopecia, and alopecia areata. Several human clinical studies, which documented efficacy of aloe vera gel in treating psoriasis, burn wounds, and skin abrasions, have been documented. (Woodward S;. The soothing aloe vera plant. Delicious. 1997; 68-71)

Even though medical wisdom says that there is no cure alopecia, there is medical research stating that they have seen much improvement to alopecia in regards to aloe vera. Alopecia is not life treating, but it can be annoying. Remember alopecia is nothing to lose your hair about.

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Andropause And Hair Loss

2006-10-11T20:58:00.000-07:00

Andropause and hair loss often go hand in hand. Imagine clumps of hair falling off your head, or observing strands of once healthy hair collecting in the shower drain. Maybe you run your hand through your hair and feel it thinning. It can feel daunting and quite scary. Typically, hair loss is a result of an imbalance of male testosterone hormone in the body.

Instead of infusing the hair with healthy testosterone, enzymes break it down to a simpler form known as dihydrotestosterone. An excess of this hormone has the effect of decreasing the size of hair follicles which eventually break down and make your hair fall off sporadically. The medical condition that is best associated with hair loss in Andropause sufferers is hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism is a by-product of decreasing levels of Human Growth Hormone, which is responsible for regulating our aging process.

Andropause sufferers' hormones have a profound effect on the rate and consistency of hair loss. Dihydrotestosterone (considered by medical circles the strongest, most potent form of testosterone) is responsible for building and growing body hair in men (at normal levels - an excess causes hair degeneration.) This includes body hair, pubic hair, head hair, armpit hair ? any hair. DHT is directly produced in the skin, made to work by supporting enzymes that break it down for distribution throughout the body.

DHT levels are present more in certain areas of the body than in others ? explaining why we may have a full crop of hair on our heads and little bushes of hair on our chests and backs. Realize, women also have DHT in their bodies but produce less of it. That explains why women don't have body hair. Case in point: an excess of DHT is prevalent in Andropause sufferers, explaining the reason for hair loss. The enzyme used to break down testosterone to dihydrotestosterone is ¨over activated¨ - working too hard and too fast. This is the primary cause for this Andropausal condition.

As aforementioned, dihydrotestosterone is present more in certain areas of the body than in others. For this reason, men's hair can fall into funny patterns. You know, the balding train station clerk you might have seen with more hair on his scalp than the top of his head. The shrinking of hair follicles as a result of the production of DHT is attributed to this. How hair grows is a wondrous thing in itself that needs to be recognized. Typically, hair grows at a rate of a quarter inch every 2 weeks.

Andropause sufferers have their ¨hair growth cycles¨ disrupted when there is erratic growth of some hair strands where ¨new¨ hair pushed ¨old¨ hair out. Because Andropause is a period of hormonal imbalance, a lack of hormonal stability and poor homeostasis (holistic balance) in the body pushes things out of whack. If you want to maintain healthy strands of hair, one thing you can do is hit that stair climber machine fellas! Exercise reverses the aging process and may certainly reverse this symptom. There are also hair loss products that can help you recapture your hair.

Secondary causes of hair loss in men suffering Andropause is stress. More specifically, stress raises the levels of cortisol and cortisone (known as stress hormones) in the body. Eating non-nutritional foods also speeds up hair loss. Pretty much any activity that speeds up the aging process will speed up your hair loss.

Stay away from caffeinated drinks, fast foods, and cigarette smoking to keep running your hands through your thick mane longer. Participate in recreational activities to reduce stress and light up your life with a proper exercise regimen. If you're suffering from this condition, don't let it affect you in the least bit! Andropause should not serve as a punishment ? rather, a realization of a future for the better.

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Learn Six Causes of Most Women Hair Loss

2006-10-10T00:29:00.000-07:00

Six Causes of Hair Loss In Women are:

#1.Hair loss in women is often connected to pregnancy. Three to six months after delivering a child, many women notice a degree of hair loss as the hair goes into a resting phase because of the physiological impact of the pregnancy on the body.

#2.A woman's body can also be greatly affected by intensive diets and losing a lot of weight in a short period of time.

#3.Severe illnesses and infections can put great stress on the body thus triggering the hair into a resting phase which result hair shedding. Often the body recovers naturally within 3 to 9 months and the hair begins to regrow until it almost resembles its original condition.

#4.Hair loss in women can be aggravated further by improper use of chemical hair treatments such as dyes, tints, bleaches, straighteners, and permanent waves. Generally, healthy hair can undergo these treatments without showing signs of stress, if they are not done too often. However, if hair is breaking or if it becomes brittle it is best to stop these procedures until the hair has grown out.

#5.The constant pulling of hair with styles such as ponytails and braids can sometimes cause Hair loss in women. Avoid pulling the hair tight with these styles.

#6.Rough combing and brushing of the hair and vigorous rubbing with a towel after shampooing can cause it to break, adding further to the problem of Hair loss in women. Wide toothed combs and brushes with smooth tips are recommended to minimize hair breakage.

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Hair Loss Products Info

2006-10-08T00:52:00.000-07:00

Hormones that bind to hair follicles can cause an imbalance in the biological processes that cause hair growth. Eventually, excess hormones on the follicle cause hair to stop growing and the follicle dies. Hair loss is a genetic/hormonal process that can affect both men and women. Shampoo, wigs, creams, pills, powders, and just about anything else you can imagine has been marketed as a hair loss product. Hair loss products, if they are at all serious, work by either promoting hair growth, reducing the amount of hormones in the body, reducing inflammation at the follicle, or handling the autoimmune response that occurs as a result of too many hormones at the follicle site.

Hundreds of thousands of hair loss products are on the market today and only some are regulated and proven to actually be effective in helping prevent hair loss. It is important that you consult a dermatologist for a complete diagnosis and treatment options before using any product claiming to ""cure"" or stop hair loss. Some products can end up doing more harm than good.

A well-known product for hair-loss is Rogaine, a shampoo that works by promoting hair growth and retarding hair loss. Another product taken orally is Propecia, which works at the hormonal level to stop binding at the follicle site.

Hairloss Info provides detailed information about the cause of male and hair loss, as well as products, treatments, remedies, and more. More info and tips about hair loss can find at http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com/

How to prevent premature hair loss?

2006-10-06T00:46:00.000-07:00

by: Richard Mitchell
Minoxidil is one of only two FDA-approved treatments for hair loss and is the only anti-baldness drug approved for women. Originally introduced as a medicine to treat high blood pressure, it was noticed that users began to grow extra hair. It is now available without prescription as a topically applied liquid in solutions like Rogaine, but cheaper generic versions are also available. A 2% solution is marketed as a treatment for both men and women, but a 5% version is approved only for men.

The main benefit of minoxidil is its ability to stimulate hair growth - it does not tackle the causes of hair loss, but simply overrides the symptoms. Some uncertainty surrounds the reasons why it works, but it has proven to be a very effective hair loss treatment with minimal risk of side effects.

It is particularly useful when used to reverse the effects of male pattern baldness but it has also shown positive results in the treatment of less severe forms of alopecia areata. Its usefulness in helping other forms of hair loss appears limited.

Minoxidil is better known as Rogaine but other generic products deliver the same results for much less cost. It can be safely used with other hair loss treatments and is especially effective when used in conjunction with Propecia to tackle male pattern baldness.

You can find out more about minoxidil and other hair loss treatments at the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Minoxidil to find out more about the issues covered in this article.
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Coping with alopecia areata.
by: Richard Mitchell
Alopecia areata is a condition that is typified by patchy hair loss over the scalp or body. It comes in several forms ranging from a single patch to total body hair loss (alopecia universalis). Its cause may be difficult to diagnose but many cases appear to link directly to imbalances in the immune system that can be treated effectively. In most cases hair will reappear on its own but some patients develop more extreme variations that are more difficult to treat.

It is important that sufferers diagnose their condition correctly by visiting their doctor and undergoing a series of blood tests to check factors such as hormone levels. This will allow your physician or dermatologist to accurately diagnose your condition and recommend an appropriate treatment regime.

The treatment chosen will depend on the causes identified by the blood tests as any underlying problems must be addressed first. In severe forms of alopecia areata successful treatment may prove problematic. In other cases the problem may rectify itself without external treatment. At present successful treatment regimes are somewhat limited but the following may prove useful in stimulating hair growth:

1. Daily application of minoxidil (Rogaine).

2. Injection of cortisone into patchy areas of the scalp (this must be administered by a physician). Creams and lotions containing cortisone can also be used but results are variable.

3. Dithranol can be applied to the scalp in mild or early cases.

4. Application of 100% aloe vera gel.

5. Massage the scalp with rosemary and lavender essential oils in a jojoba base.

6. Use of a hair loss product containing the Chinese herb He Shou Wu.

7. A product called Calosol has recently generated positive feedback.

Please note, however, that none of these is guaranteed to work due to the unpredictable nature of alopecia areata. It is this uncertainty that offers opportunities for scamsters to make outlandish claims. The fact remains, there are no miracle cures for advanced forms of alopecia areata so sufferers may wish to consider other options such as head coverings and wigs.

This does not mean that patients are without hope because, even in severe cases, hair can spontaneously start to grow again even after years of loss.

You can find out more about alopecia areata and other forms of hair loss at the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Alopecia Areata to find out more about the issues covered in this article.

Tips for Female Hair Loss

2006-10-05T08:12:00.000-07:00

The most common type of female hair loss is androgenetic alopecia or female-pattern baldness. This type of hair loss is associated with hair thinning predominantly over the sides and top of the head. Female hair loss affects about one-third of all susceptible women and usually onsets after menopause although it can begin earlier.

Other causes of female hair loss include dieting. Rapid weight loss over a short period of time promotes hair loss and some supplements such as excessive vitamin A also contribute to hair loss. Physical and emotional stress can cause hair loss but this usually only occurs when the trauma is excessive and of a long duration. Everyday stress does not promote hair loss.

Some common myths related to female hair loss are that frequent washing and shampooing, and wearing of wigs and hats all cause hair loss. In addition, rumors abound that permanents, coloring, and other cosmetic treatments can cause permanent hair loss. Other myths are that brushing your hair everyday will create healthier hair, that shaving your head will cause hair to grow back thicker, and that stress causes permanent hair loss. Finally, other myths are that there is a cure for female-pattern baldness and that dandruff causes permanent hair loss.

These are just a few common myths associated with female hair loss. If you experience excessive hair loss, you should see a licensed dermatologist for a thorough diagnosis and treatment options.

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Alternative Hair transplant methods - Is it works ?

2006-10-04T00:47:00.000-07:00

Hair transplantation as a means of treating hair loss has been around for a long time. Unfortunately, some clinics today still use methods that are outdated and can cause pain, scarring and less than presentable results. This article highlights some of the hair transplant methods that you should avoid like the plague.

Round / square grafts - this is the original method that leaves patients with a scalp that resembles that of a plastic doll. It involves taking a number of smallish grafts with a hole-punch device and transplanting to the affected area. The result is a pluggy look that does not look natural and only becomes more ridiculous as time wears on.

Line grafts - this involves moving a short strip of donor hair from the side or back of the head, then transplanting the entire strip into a trench that is surgically cut into the receiving area of the scalp. The end result is a line of hair that looks unnatural.

Flap technique - this procedure involves moving a flap of skin with its tissue, hair strands and follicles from the side or back of the head to the front hairline by cutting it on three sides and stitching it to the bald area.This can cause serious problems including excessive scarring, infection, disfigurement in the forehead area and hair growing in the wrong direction.

Scalp reduction - in this procedure the bald area at the crown is cut away and the edges surrounding the wound are pulled together and sewn at the middle. This technique causes many problems including potentially hideous scarring, accelerated hair loss and infection.

You can learn more about the hair loss treatments currently available by visiting the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Hair Loss Solutions to find out more about the issues covered in this article.

Learn How Natural Herbs will Grow Hair

2006-09-30T23:09:00.000-07:00

By Alan Anderson
Male pattern baldness is a hair loss disease which generally occurs in late 20s and early 30s. DHT is responsible for its occurrence. DHT inhibitor Procerin is a beneficial medication which helps treating male pattern baldness. Procerin is prepared from all natural herbs therefore it doesn’t have any side effect. Procerin is easily available through an online order.

The existence of human being is associated with existence of the body. Though, some believe in spiritual living but such people are small in number; otherwise everyone is working for physical comfort. Working for physical comfort is normal; and a normal human being wants to be good looking. Good looks are related with features of your body; and your hair contributes a lot in your good looks. Only healthy hair gives you the facility to comb them in any attractive hair style. A great hair style sparkles on good features like a gem. But, loss and theft of this gem is also possible.

There are hair loss diseases which can rob you hair. Medical science uses two different names for hair loss according to sex of the person who is suffering from hair loss. Baldness in man is known as male pattern baldness while baldness in women is known as female pattern baldness. Women are less vulnerable to baldness but male pattern baldness is very common. In male pattern baldness, hair starts falling from front which slowly goes backward. At last it leaves a few hair in the back and sides of the head; the head in centre becomes naked.

Male pattern baldness is generally occurs because of unwanted effects of testosterone. Testosterone is a hormone whose secretion takes place in the body to develop a male child into a complete man. Testosterone stimulates the process of growth of beard, moustaches, and pubic hair; but for hair of head it is a demon. Testosterone is converted into dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which clogs hair follicles on the scalp. Under its effect, hair follicles start contracting and contracted hair follicles cannot bear healthy hair. Thin hairs are not capable of standing with physical changes around them and fall easily.

The medication which can stop the functioning of DHT can treat male pattern baldness effectively. Effectiveness is not the only criterion to opt for a medication; a good medication should not have any harmful side effects. Procerin fulfills both criteria perfectly as this medication is prepared from all natural herbs hence it doesn’t have any side effect. Its herbal ingredients like Saw Palmetto, Gotu Kola and Nesstles block the action of DHT so that their will be no more hair fall. The vitamins and minerals present in it stimulate the process of hair re-growth.

Procerin is an especially prepared medication for treating male pattern baldness only; in female pattern baldness it generally produces no effect. Procerin produces better results in people between the age group of 18 to 35 years. This medication is successful in treating baldness in more than 88% people who have used it. If you are already taking hair loss medication Rogaine or Propecia accompany their dosages with Procerin which can give you better results. You can purchase Procerin through an online order; this method of purchase lets you get this medication at your doorstep on a cheaper rate.

Alan Anderson writes on health, beauty and hairstyles. He has been working in the same field and writes informative articles for Hair Care subject. To learn more about Procerin, Hair Care tips, Hair Care Products, Hair Loss treatment visit http://www.haircaretips.net

Hair Loss Tips and Info

2006-09-27T10:49:00.000-07:00

Hair Loss Tips and Info

Potentially Herbal remedies for external use

2006-09-27T00:57:00.000-07:00

Here we'll expand that theme to include some potentially useful herbal remedies for external use. In a separate article in this series we looked at some of the most popular herbal hair loss remedies for ingestion.

Onion (Allium cepa) - this has a high sulfur content that is believed to have hair-healing properties. Some herbalists believe that rubbing the scalp with half an onion before washing hair encourages hair growth.

Aloe vera - some Indian tribes of Mexico attribute their thick, healthy hair to regular use of aloe vera gel which they rub into the scalp and hair each night. Herbalists believe that the herb activates the production of nitric oxide and contains an enzyme known as superoxide dismutane. Some experts feel that these two substances combine to stimulate hair regrowth in those suffering from male pattern type baldness.

Safflower oil (Carthamus tinctorious) - Eastern health practitioners believe that safflower oil applied to the scalp acts as a vasolidator that dilates blood vessels. This allows more blood to deliver nutrients to the hair follicle thus creating an environment conducive to hair regrowth.

Red pepper (Capiscum) - a popular folk remedy that involves the application of a red pepper poultice to the scalp to act as a skin irritant. This draws blood and nutrients to the scalp and encourages the release of histimines to stimulate cell division and hair regrowth.

To find out more about these and other herbal hair loss remedies, please visit the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Herbal Hair Loss Remedies to find out more about the issues covered in this article.

Herbal one of best hair loss treatment

2006-09-24T00:18:00.000-07:00

So many hair loss product offered in the market. So many source of these product are combination of herbal and chemicals. Herbs hold an obvious appeal for many people because they support the body's natural healing mechanisms to target the cause of the problem, as opposed to merely tackling the symptoms. It would be wrong to present herbal hair loss remedies as a miracle solution for all sufferers - there is however growing evidence to support the view that some herbal remedies offer real hope to many people. Let's examine the case for some of the more popular remedies to determine if they're worth trying.

Ginkyo biloba - this popular herb is thought to improve blood circulation to the brain and skin. Herbalists believe that the increased flow of blood to the brain area delivers more nutrients to the hair follicle thus promoting hair regrowth. The recommended dose is 120-160mg of dry extract each day spread over three doses.

Green tea (Camellia sinesis) - it is thought that catechins found in green tea may inhibit the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase that converts testosterone into hair-unfriendly DHT. It is therefore believed to be effective in preventing and treating male pattern type baldness. You should drink several cups of green tea each day or take it in capsule form as instructed by the manufacturer.

He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) - also known as Fo-Ti, this Chinese herb has traditionally been used to reduce hair loss. It is found in many commercial preparations, or in tea and capsule form.

Pygeum (Pygeum africanum) - derived from the bark of an evergreen, it works in a similar way to green tea. It is widely used to treat prostate problems and male pattern baldness. Users should take 60-500mg per day in pill or capsule form.

Saw palmetto (Seranoa repens) - this is the current treatment of choice for many men due to its ability to protect the prostate, slow hair loss and encourage hair regrowth. It forms the core element of many commercially prepared hair loss treatments but can easily be obtained in its pure form. The recommended dose is a 160mg capsule twice each day, but make sure the ingredients are made from the berry extract not the dried berries themselves.

Stinging nettle (Urtica diocia) - this has long been favored as a means of preventing hair loss due to its ability to block the conversion of testosterone into DHT. It can be taken in pill or capsule form with an optimum dose of 50-100mg per day. It is particularly effective when combined with pygeum and saw palmetto.

You can learn more about these and other promising hair loss treatments by visiting the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Herbal Hair Loss Remedies to find out more about the issues covered in this article.

Treatments that offer hope to hair loss sufferers

2006-09-23T00:17:00.000-07:00

Have you ever experincing hair loss remedies ? Is it too early for your age ? Many people experiencing premature hair loss simply resign themselves to a process that is as inevitable as growing old. This is a positive and healthy reaction to what is a natural process for many. But for others the onset of premature balding or excessive hair loss represents a traumatic development that causes untold worry and suffering. This too is a legitimate reaction regardless of whether the hair loss is caused by hereditary factors or some other more complex cause. Should these sufferers just grin and bear it? No, they should not because there are a number of potentially effective treatments they could utilize, depending on the nature of their hair loss. In this article I will outline some of the most popular hair loss treatments currently available in order to reinforce the fact that hair loss can be treated. The next article in the series will look closely at the treatment regimes best suited to specific ailments such as alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.

At present only two medications have been approved as hair loss treatments by the FDA. These are minoxidil, better known as Rogaine, and finasteride, better known as Propecia. Several other drugs have proven to be effective in combating hair loss, dutasteride for example, but have not yet been approved for this particular use. Finasteride was originally developed to treat enlarged prostate conditions but a low dose version was subsequently approved for the treatment of hair loss in men. It tackles the causes of male pattern baldness by preventing the conversion of 5-alpha-reductase into DHT. Given that DHT is the main male hormone linked to hair loss, reducing its production by two thirds has a major impact on controlling this type of baldness.

Research has shown that 83% of men studied were able to maintain their hair count and 64% experienced regrowth by the end of a two year period. It should be noted that finasteride is approved for use by men only as the drug can have serious effects on unborn male fetuses. Women should therefore only consider using this drug under the strict supervision of a physician.

Dutasteride (Avodart) is a new medication for use in treating prostate conditions and, although not yet approved for the treatment of hair loss, it does offer exciting possibilities. It works in a similar way to finasteride but reputedly reduces overall DHT production by over 93%. As is the case with finasteride, women should consult their physician before using dutasteride.

Minoxidil (Rogaine) is the other hair loss treatment approved by the FDA and it is the only anti-baldness drug approved for women. Applied topically, its main benefit is its ability to stimulate regrowth thus reversing the effects of pattern baldness. Many users combine the application of minoxidil with other hair loss treatments like Propecia to achieve maximal results, but others experience satisfactory outcomes using minoxidil on its own.

Several studies have shown that certain non-drug products promote hair regrowth but none have yet been approved by the FDA. This is partly due to the prohibitive costs involved in conducting trials to prove that the products are effective for the purpose of marketing them as hair loss treatments. Many individuals and dermatologists nonetheless recommend use of certain non-drug treatments as an alternative or complement to drug therapy.

In many instances the treatments are based on natural ingredients that stimulate similar responses to those of the prescribed drugs but without the side effects. The information provided here presents a sample of products that have been subjected to testing or at least have had their effectiveness supported by independent feedback.

One such product is Arcon Tisane which has become Europe's top selling natural supplement for hair loss. It comes as a capsule and sub-lingual spray containing saw palmetto and fenugreek stimulating a response similar to that of finasteride by inhibiting the production of DHT. Arcon Tisane has been clinically tested and has received widespread media coverage of its success in combating hair loss.

Calosol is a relatively new product aimed at helping alopecia areata sufferers. It consists of a shampoo and an accelerator applied daily in order to stimulate hair roots, reduce hair loss and promote healthy hair. Early indications suggest that Calosol can contribute significantly to easing this distressing and difficult to treat condition.

Fabao 101 is a treatment that comes in varying formats, each designed to tackle a particular form of hair loss. The common factor to each product is their derivation from natural plant sources. It was developed by a dermatologist and has received many international awards.

Folligen copper peptide products are designed to help create an environment that improves scalp health, reduces hair loss and stimulates hair regrowth. It can be used by both men and women. Studies at over 30 leading universities and medical research institutes have established the effectiveness of the technology utilized in Folligen products.

Tricomin is another treatment that targets the delivery of copper to the base of the hair follicle and it too has been clinically proven as an effective treatment for stopping hair loss and stimulating regrowth. It can be used safely with other hair loss treatments and can be especially useful in complementing the effects of finasteride and minoxidil.

Revivogen is an all-natural hair loss treatment that reduces DHT production, blocks the androgen receptors and stimulates hair growth. It is used topically and has no known side effects.

Shen Min is another natural hair loss treatment designed to restore and regrow all types and stages of hair loss. It is safe for both men and women. Shen Min contains a blend of Chinese herbs and comes in various forms to suit most people.

ThymuSkin was developed by German scientists to fight hair loss in patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment. Due to the high success rates the product was developed for use by the general public to combat all types of hair loss. Clinical studies conducted in Europe show that ThymuSkin hair loss treatments could help to stop baldness and regrow hair for 67% of men and 95% of women.

Hopefully this article has demonstrated that many treatment options are available to hair loss sufferers. The next article in this series will develop the theme further by examining the treatment regimes that have proven effective in tackling specific forms of hair loss such as androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.

In the meantime you can find out more about any of the treatments discussed in this article by visiting the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss.Please visit this website as I recomended.

Think Alopecia - Get Your Love Story

2006-09-22T00:22:00.000-07:00

by: Seth B.
There are many companies who make custom fitted real hair cranial prosthesis. Locks of Love (LOL) was first started in Dec. 1997 in connection with a for profit wig making company. The organization then obtained its 501c certification from the IRS. The charity began operating separately from the for profit retailer. This was spearheaded by Madonna Coffman a retired cardiac nurse who had a great deal of volunteer experience working for not for profits in the surrounding Palm Beach area.

In her 20’s Mrs. Coffman developed Alopecia after receiving a hepatitis vaccination. With medication and a doctors care, she recovered 15 years later. Then her 4-year old daughter developed alopecia and lost all her hair. Madonna said “her hair loss was difficult to deal with but her daughter's was ten times harder”. It was at this time that she quit all the other charity work and took on LOL as a full time volunteer.

Her humble beginnings. Mrs. Coffman's garage contained bins of mail and hair donations. By securing donated office space from a local hospital and working with a manufacturer of the highest quality prosthetics that she could find, LOL was off and running. Since the beginning the charity has received a great deal of support by both the media and its volunteers throughout the country. LOL has been featured or mentioned on television shows like Oprah, 20/20, The View, Jay Leno, Maury Povich, Good Morning America, CBS Good Morning, CNN Espanol and Inside Edition and in national publications including USA Today, The NY Times, People, Seventeen, Glamour, CosmoGirl, Self, Redbook, Woman's Day, ElleGirl, Child Magazine, and Ladies Home Journal. Over 2,000 hair donations are received through the mail each week. 80 of our hair donors are good hearted children.

The number of hairpieces produced has increased significantly since its inception, from 21 the first year to over 1,000. LOL has recipients in all 50 states and Canada and is working towards its goal to help every financially disadvantaged child suffering from long-term hair loss.

About the author:
Richard Amburn http://www.alopecia-treatment.com.
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Coping with male pattern baldness

2006-09-20T00:17:00.000-07:00

by: Richard Mitchell
Androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness) is by far the most common cause of hair loss amongst men and a serious problem for many women. For it to develop, three important components must come into play:

1. A genetic predisposition for balding to occur.

2. The presence of male hormones.

3. Aging - enough time for the first two factors to occur.

Despite the common perception, familial baldness patterns are not completely reliable as predictors of future hair loss. The fact that your parent or grandparent exhibited a given pattern does not guarantee your hair loss development will be the same. However, if your father was completely bald and you begin to lose hair excessively at an early age, it's safe to assume you will develop extensive balding.

All normal men and women produce male hormones such as testosterone and DHT. These hormones have a useful role to play in both sexes but it is the fact that androgens occur in much higher concentrations in men that explains why this type of hair loss is more common in males.

The effect of these hormones on hair follicles is as follows:

1. High levels of an enzyme called 5-alpha-reductase occur in cells of the hair follicle.

2. This enzyme converts testosterone into DHT.

3. DHT causes the robust terminal hairs to miniaturize.

4. This leaves soft, fine hairs that provide poor scalp coverage.

5. The growth phase becomes shorter until these soft hairs are lost for good.

Excessive hair loss can occur at any age and may even stop only to start again. As time progresses the process of hair loss accelerates leading to its logical conclusion.

Understanding this process helps to explain how the currently available treatments for male pattern baldness work. Propecia is one of only two FDA-approved hair loss treatments and it works by interfering with the process outlined above. In brief, Propecia inhibits the formation of DHT in the system thus slowing down and eventually stopping the adverse effects of DHT on the hair follicle.

Most of the non-drug, commercially prepared products operate on a similar basis by utilizing natural ingredients that attempt to interfere with the production of DHT. Presently the most popular natural ingredient is saw palmetto although some products combine this with other herbs such as pygeum, stinging nettle and green tea.

To find out more about these and other treatments for male pattern baldness, go to the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Androgenetic Alopecia to find out more about the issues covered in this article.

Necessary Treatments for Women Hair Loss

2006-09-19T00:16:00.000-07:00

by: Richard Mitchell
Much has been said and written about modern day hair loss treatments but this tends to relate almost exclusively to men. Do these same treatments offer solutions to women suffering from hair loss or is there a completely different category of remedies available? It really depends on what is causing hair loss in the first place and as the most common causes of hair loss are the same as those that affect men, the treatments available are pretty similar.
In an earlier article we concluded that the three most common causes of hair loss in women are female pattern baldness, telogen effluvium and alopecia areata. We'll now look at each of these in turn and examine the best treatments available, bearing in mind the specific needs of women:

1. Treatments for female pattern baldness.
In most instances minoxidil (Rogaine) is the first treatment used. This is one of only two FDA approved hair loss treatments and it remains the only one approved for use by women. Minoxidil comes in the form of a topical solution that works by tackling the symptoms of hair loss and helping to generate new hair growth. It does not target the causes of hair loss and will not work for everyone. The women's version of minoxidil is a 2% solution but the 5% version marketed for men can be used if necessary.

The most popular drug for treating male pattern baldness is of course finasteride (Propecia). Women of child bearing age should not use this drug due to the severely damaging effects it can have on unborn male fetuses. Any women considering using Propecia should discuss it first with their physician. In some cases your doctor may prescribe a different androgen blocker called spironolactone as a means of stopping the hormone activity that is causing hair loss. Spironolactone is normally used as a diuretic and results may be variable.

There is a bewildering range of commercial products available, most of which are aimed squarely at men but many are also suitable for women to use. Whether they work or not is another question but some products containing ingredients like saw palmetto, stinging nettle, pygeum and green tea have shown their value. You can find out more about these and other poential hair loss solutions by visiting the site listed at the end of this article.

2. Treatments for telogen effluvium
This is a hair loss condition that generally does not require any specific treatment. Once the effects of the trauma that caused hair loss in the first place have subsided, the hair will regrow of its own accord. Some patients like to encourage the regrowth process by using minoxidil but this isn't necessary. Implementing a good nutritional regime and supplementing with B-vitamins may help to create a hair friendly environment.

3. Treatments for alopecia areata.
This is another hair loss condition that may resolve itself spontaneously. In some cases one of the following treatments may prove useful:
- Daily application of minoxidil (Rogaine).
- Injection of cortisone into patchy areas of the scalp (this must be administered by a physician). Creams and lotions containing cortisone can also be used but results are variable.
- Dithranol can be applied to the scalp in mild or early cases.
- Application of 100% aloe vera gel.
- Massage the scalp with rosemary and lavender essential oils in a jojoba base.
- Use of a hair loss product containing the Chinese herb He Shou Wu.
- A product called Calosol has recently generated positive feedback.

Please note, however, that none of these is guaranteed to work due to the unpredictable nature of alopecia areata. It is this uncertainty that offers opportunities for scamsters to make outlandish claims. The fact remains, there are no miracle cures for advanced forms of alopecia areata so sufferers may wish to consider other options such as head coverings and wigs.

This does not mean that patients are without hope because, even in severe cases, hair can spontaneously start to grow again even after years of loss.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Hair Loss Treatments for Women to find out more about the issues covered in this article.

Cause of Traditional hair loss Remedies

2006-09-18T00:14:00.000-07:00

by: Richard Mitchell
Folklore tells us they certainly went to great lengths to find solutions to thinning hair. Could it be possible that our ancestors got it right with some of their traditional hair loss remedies?
Although each culture had its own approach influenced by local conditions, there seem to have been many examples of common practices. Nettles, for example, formed an important element of traditional hair loss remedies throughout the world.

The samples outlined here have been sourced from the very informative work "Hair Loss Prevention Through Natural Remedies" by Peters et al. This book provides a wealth of information on this topic and can be easily purchased through Amazon or other good booksellers.

Rosemary Solution - this herb crops up frequently in herbal texts for its ability to cleanse the scalp and stimulate the hair root. Here is one recipe that features rosemary as its core ingredient.
Recipe: boil rosemary, sage, peach leaf, nettle and burdock in water. Strain and use to wash hair daily.

Apple Cider Vinegar - this is mentioned often in folk remedies for hair loss. It is believed to exert a normalizing effect on the scalp's oil glands and has a strong cleansing effect.
Method: Part hair into sections. Apply two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar directly to the scalp with a moistened cotton ball. Allow between fifteen minutes and three hours before shampooing.

Essential Oils - essential oils distilled from plants have long been recognized for their ability to improve scalp circulation and encourage cell generation. Amongst the most useful are cedarwood, clary sage, eucalyptus, lavender and rosemary.
Method: mix ten drops of essential oil with one ounce of carrier oil (jojoba or olive oil). Massage it into the scalp for a minimum of fifteen minutes before shampooing.

Cayenne Pepper Hair Tonic - the ability of this herb to irritate the skin, increase blood flow and stimulate cell division is well known.
Recipe: mix four ounces of cayenne pepper with one pint of one hundred proof vodka or pure alcohol diluted with 20 percent distilled water. Let it stand for two weeks, shaking the mixture once each day. Strain through several layers of fine cloth until the mixture is free of pepper. Once or twice a day, rub a small amount onto the thinning areas of the scalp.

You can learn more about these traditional hair loss remedies by visiting the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Traditional Hair Loss Remedies to find out more about the issues covered in this article at http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com/

What are Natural Hair Loss Remedies

2006-09-16T00:14:00.000-07:00

Many people still do not know what are Natural Hair Loss remedies. They still assumming Hair loss caused by genetic remedies. The effectiveness of modern hair loss treatments is clear for all to see, but many people simply prefer not to use strong chemicals or non-natural substances. If you fall into this category, does this mean you'll just have to accept an ever-decreasing head of hair? The answer to this is an unequivocal NO!

Many natural hair loss remedies, both traditional and contemporary, have shown their worth in reducing and reversing hair loss. They are also perceived as being free from side effects and even deliver additional health benefits.

Why then, don't we hear a lot more about these natural hair loss remedies? Simply because claims of cures cannot be made without FDA approval, and obtaining the FDA seal of approval involves lengthy and expensive scientific research that only major companies can afford. Even the biggest companies could not recoup the costs of such a process as no-one can control the rights to common natural substances such as basic foods and vitamins.

The big question however is, do natural hair loss remedies work? Firstly, hair growth at root level is a living part of the body that depends on sound nutrition, just like any other part of the body. The importance of vitamins, minerals and other nutritional elements in maintaining healthy hair cannot be disputed.

Secondly, the role of herbs and plants in treating numerous ailments is receiving increased recognition after years of neglect, and hair loss is no exception. Many herbal remedies for both internal and external use are offering new hope to people suffering from premature hair loss.

Thirdly, traditional hair loss remedies may still have something to offer. Ancient literature and folklore reveal that our ancestors went to great lengths to treat thinning hair. Some of the more acceptable traditional approaches are now being incorporated into many potential treatment regimes.

Other articles in this series tackle each of these areas in much more detail but you can find out more now by visiting the site listed below.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the www.myhairlossadvisor.com website that provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Natural Hair Loss Remedies to find out more about the issues covered in this article.

Learn major causes of women hair loss

2006-09-15T00:13:00.000-07:00

by: Richard Mitchell
Most people see that hair loss effected to men, only few women get hair loss. But although just few numbers all women cannot accept get hair loss. Some experts however suggest that as many as one in four women will experience hair loss at some time in their lives. So why don't we see and hear more about it? Perhaps the answer has something to do with one or more of the following:
- Women's hair loss is generally less extensive in terms of severity.
- Women are better at disguising hair loss.
- Women's hair loss tends to be spread evenly over the head rather than concentrated in one or two spots.

So why do women lose hair - are the causes very different to those that result in male baldness? There are probably three common reasons for hair loss in women:

1. Female pattern baldness
Believe it or not, most women affected by hair loss lose it for the same reasons as men. They suffer from androgenetic alopecia which is a reaction to male hormones in the body, specifically the conversion of testosterone into the hair-unfriendly DHT. In the case of women, pattern baldness may start later and the effects may be less extreme due to the influence of female hormones, but the condition is nonetheless the same as that found in male pattern baldness.

2. Telogen effluvium
This is regarded as the second most common cause of women's hair loss and this is unsurprising given the nature of the condition. Telogen effluvium is characterized by a general thinning of the hair and is usually brought about as a result of some traumatic event causing sufficient stress to interfere with the normal hair growth cycle. Given that pregnancy is a prime example of the type of event that can shock the hair growth cycle then perhaps the high incidence of telogen effluvium amongst women is only to be expected.

3. Alopecia areata
This is the third most common hair loss condition to affect women. It is characterized by patchy areas of hair loss on the head or it can be more widespread over the body. It is thought to be caused by deficiencies in the immune system but much is still not known about the condition. In many cases the hair regrows spontaneously after a variable period of time, but in a minority of cases the problem may be more severe and longstanding.

If you experience any form of hair loss arrange to visit your physician to discuss the treatments that may be suitable for your particular condition.

About the author:
Richard Mitchell provides information and guidance to those suffering from premature hair loss. Please go to Hair Loss Treatments for Women to find out more about the issues covered in this article.

What is the caused of Baldness and Treatments

2006-09-14T00:12:00.000-07:00

Most of male population in the world have same majority problem ... Baldness.Find out how to effectively identify different hair loss causes and how to remove their negative effects by finding the appropriate treatment.

hormonal imbalance can cause hair loss
Hormonal problems are often known to cause hair loss issues, especially if the thyroid gland becomes overactive (or even under active). Certain hair loss products are focused on balancing your hormonal levels, and it is important to make sure that you have correctly identified the hair loss trigger before starting treatment.

Other hormonal imbalances might trigger hair loss: androgens and estrogens are essential male and female hormones and their imbalance can cause multiple physical changes, including falling hair. Your hair loss product should be specifically designed to work in particular hormonal problems – make sure to consult with your doctor in order to identify the causes precisely.

Hair Loss due to Drug effects
After different illnesses or surgery procedures, hair loss is a common side effect. This might be due to the chemical composition of the drug treatments used for treating the illness. However, hair loss might also happen because of stress and anxiety related to the illness. In such cases, finding the right hair loss product or treatment should consider the triggering cause. Different drugs, like anticoagulants, chemotherapy or excessive A vitamin intakes may trigger hair loss. In accordance to the trigger, your hair loss product should aim specifically at reducing excessive hair falling while not interfering with the effect of other drugs. Your doctors should help you make a correct decision in this case. Here are the most common hair loss related diseases and conditions:

Hair Loss caused by Toxic alopecia
This is a temporary infection of the scalp, caused by various diseases such as diabetes, syphilis, poor digestions and different hormonal problems. Different mineral and vitamin deficiencies may also lead to male hair loss through alopecia. This is especially true for the A vitamin deficiency. The infectious disease can last up to four months and is one of the most brutal and severe hair loss problems.

Male hair loss and scarring alopecia
A variation of the above mentioned disease, scarring occurs after the scalp tissue becomes inflamed and begins to decompose. Various causes may lead to scarring alopecia: physical trauma, injuries, burns, prolonged x-ray exposure. Other causes might be of infectious nature: deep ulcers, sarcoidosis, syphilis, or tuberculosis, cutaneous lupus erythematosus, lichen planus, chronic deep bacterial or fungal infections. Male hair loss through scarring alopecia is severe ad re-growth is usually not expected without medical intervention.

Hair Loss caused by Alopecia areata
This form of infection is also known to have rapid effects and produce sudden male hair loss. Although less severe than the infections mentioned previously, alopecia areata is still a problem some men have to face. The number of patients affected by it is very low and treatment is sometimes unnecessary, since the hair re-growth process starts on its own.

Trichotillomania
This is not a physical hair loss condition, but rather a psychologically induced one. It is a habit of pulling out hair and is often left undiagnosed. Although it starts during childhood, the condition often continues to adulthood, becoming one of the male hair loss problems.

For updated baldness treatment and hair loss information please visit our website: www.hairloss-expert.com

Two Nutrients That You Must Have to Prevent Hair Loss

2006-09-10T00:12:00.000-07:00

by: Rudy Silva
There are two nutrients that you have to make sure you have plenty of every day, if you want to minimize your hair loss. These nutrients are Vitamin A and the B vitamins. To digest and absorb these nutrients you cannot use antacids.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is a key component to developing healthy cells, tissues in the body, and reducing hair loss. Additionally it works with silica and zinc to prevent drying and clogging of the sebaceous glands, the glands vital to producing sebum. Sebum is an important lubricant for the hair follicle.

Vitamin A deficiencies commonly cause thickening of the scalp, dry hair, and dandruff. Air pollution, smoking, extremely bright light, certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, laxatives, and aspirin are some known vitamin A inhibitors. Liver, fish oil, eggs, fortified milk, and red, yellow, and orange vegetables are good sources for vitamin A, as are some dark green leafy vegetables like spinach.

Be particularly careful if you take vitamin A supplements, as vitamin A is fat-soluble, allowing the body to store it and making it easy for the body to overdose on vitamin A. Vitamin A overdoses can cause excessively dry skin and inflamed hair follicles, and in some cases ironically can cause hair loss.

A safe dose of vitamin A is 10,000 IU or 25,000 IU. Most Vitamin supplements are sold in these quantities. Also take all supplements during meals unless you are working with a Nutritionist that recommends otherwise.

B-Vitamins

B-vitamins work interdependently and therefore all levels of B vitamins need to be sufficient in order to maintain proper health. Vitamins B-6, folic acid, biotin, and vitamin B-12 are all key components in maintaining healthy hemoglobin levels in the blood, which is the iron-containing portion of red-blood cells.

Hemoglobin's primary function is to carry oxygen from the lungs to the tissues of the body, so if these vitamins were deficient in your body, then hair and skin would suffer. Fortunately some of the tastiest foods contain these vitamins. Vitamin B-6 is found in protein rich foods, which is excellent because the body needs a sufficient amount of protein to maintain hair growth. Liver, chicken, fish, pork, kidney, and soybeans are good sources of B-6 and are relatively low in fat when they are not fried.

Folic acid is found in whole grains, cereals, nuts, green leafy vegetables, orange juice, brewer's yeast, wheat germ, and liver again. Meat, fish, poultry, eggs, and other dairy products meanwhile provide healthy amounts of B-12.

Biotin deficiencies are rare unless there is a severe case of malnutrition or a serious intestinal disorder, since a healthy gut produces biotin through good bacteria found there.

There is one more important fact in making sure you are absorbing the B-vitamins. If you have heartburn, acid reflux, or GERD and are taking any antacids or drugs to reduce your stomach acid, you will reduce your ability to digest and absorb B-vitamins. Antacids make your stomach acid more alkaline, which does not support the digestion and adsorption of the B-vitamins.

If you are taking over the counter antacids, you decrease your ability to use the B-vitamins that you eat or take as supplements.

About the author:
Rudy Silva has a degree in Physics and is a Natural Nutritionist. He is the author of Constipation, Acne, Hemorrhoid, and Fatty Acid ebooks. For information on constipation and other remedy ebooks go to: For more information on hair loss go to: http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com

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Why You Have Hair Loss

2006-09-02T00:12:00.000-07:00

by: Rudy Silva
Hair is the fastest growing tissue of the body, made up of proteins called keratins. Every strand of hair is made up of three layers: the inner layer or medulla (only present in thick hairs); the middle layer or cortex, which determines the strength, texture, and color of hair; and the cuticle, which protects the cortex.

Hair grows from roots, which are enclosed in follicles. Below this is a layer of skin called the dermal papilla, which is fed by the bloodstream carrying nourishments vital to the growth of hair. Only the roots of hair are actually alive, while the visible part of hair is dead tissue, and therefore unable to heal itself.

It is vital then to take care of the scalp and body in order to perpetuate hair growth and maintenance. Expensive treatments that claim to treat the visible hair and nourish it therefore are usually no more than bogus claims made to sell products.

Hormones called androgens, usually testosterone, can cause hair follicles to shrink, causing thinning of hair or eventual hair loss. Reportedly only bone marrow grows faster in our body than hair does. The average scalp contains 100,000-150,000 hair follicles and hairs, with 90% growing and 10% resting at any given time.

Hair actually grows in three stages:

* Anagen

* Catagen

* Telogen

The anagen phase is the phase where hair is actively growing, and of course this phase is longer for follicles in the scalp than anywhere else on your body, and lasts longer for women than men.

It is natural for follicles to atrophy and hair to fall out, and this is called the catagen phase. This phase is only temporary, and eventually the follicle enters the telogen phase where it is resting. These are the 10% at rest mentioned above.

Normal anagen phases last approximately five years, with catagen phases lasting about three weeks, and telogen phases lasting approximately 12 weeks. As you see it is natural to lose some hair. Natural hair loss is considered to be in the range of 100 hairs per day. It is not apparent to most people that hair is actually being lost until more than 50% of a person's hair is actually lost.

Although both men and women can suffer significant hair loss, over 50% of men will suffer with Male Pattern Baldness (MPB), also known as androgenetic alopecia, at some point in their lives. The reason behind hair loss is a genetically inherited sensitivity to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and 5-alpha-reductase. The enzyme 5-alpha-reductase converts testosterone, a male hormone, to DHT, the substance identified as the end-cause for hair loss.

Despite any genetically inherited sensitivity, it is possible to lessen the amount of hair loss some people will experience; this done through use of supplements and hair cleansers that eliminate excessive DHT. Also, taking vitamins and minerals that strengthen hair will slow down the inherited tendency for hair loss. Finally, watch for stressful situations that last for months and take counter measures by increasing you hair supplements.

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About the author:
Rudy Silva is a natural nutritionist. He writes a newsletter called "Natural Remedies That work." You can subscribe to his newsletter and read some of the back issues, which give you information of how to have better health.
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Natural Hair Loss Product Proven in Clinical Trials

2006-09-01T00:10:00.000-07:00

by: David Kern
A drug-free hair loss product, from a surprising source, may be the new answer to thinning hair, alopecia, and male pattern baldness.
"You have no idea what it's like," says Joe Rice, a 60-year-old professional from Fort Wayne, Indiana. "I started losing my hair in my twenties. It's miserable. It has a way of shaping your whole life."
Joe's worn a toupee for years. No one sees him without it, not even his closest friends. He's tried "just about everything" to stop hair loss, including Rogaine and Propecia, without success. But deep down, he still holds out hope.
"I know the drugs work for some people, but they didn't work for me," he sighs. "Just show me one new hair, and I'm a customer for life."

A Serious Problem
Joe is not alone. Millions of men and women suffer in silence from alopecia, baldness and thinning hair. And while hair loss isn't fatal, it is a serious condition with profound psychological effects. For many, hair loss brings feelings of shame, despair, and crippled self-esteem.

New Hope from the Orient
Since 1999, a group of scientists in Japan, led by researcher T. Takahashi, has been studying botanical extracts looking for a safe, effective solution for hair growth. After testing over a thousand different extracts, they found three promising natural chemicals. One was from barley. One from Chardonnay grapes. And one- by far the most potent- was an extract from ordinary apples.

Move Over Minoxidil
One year later, the scientists announced even more striking findings to the international community. They compared the apple extract, known as procyanidin B-2, to the proven hair growth drug minoxidil in cell cultures.
Their results seemed almost impossible: in head-to-head tests, the apple chemical proved to be twice as effective as minoxidil in stimulating new hair growth.
In further experiments on mice, the apple procyanidins, as well as minoxidil, repeatedly produced "extensive hair growth."

Proven in Double-Blind Clinical Trials
In clinical trials on humans, the results were even more exciting. The procyanidins from apples consistently grew new hair in men with male pattern baldness, the most stubborn form of unwanted hair loss- and without any of the side effects of hair loss drugs.
Scientists are normally conservative when it comes to conclusions. But the statements from the Takahashi group were unequivocal. "Procyanidin B-2 therapy," they wrote, "shows potential as a promising cure for male pattern baldness."
For Joe, and 60 million other men and women, this research means new hope. "Of course I'll try it," he says. "Just show me one new hair..."

About the author:
David L. Kern is a medical research analyst and editor of New Health & Longevity, a newsletter devoted to the latest advances in medical nutritional and antiaging medicine. If you're struggling with unwanted hair loss, get the full details on this safe, natural hair loss product right now at http://hair-loss-tip.blogspot.com and http://www.applepoly.com/hairlossproduct