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Written By: Agencies | Published : February 28, 2015 1:26 PM IST
It s not rare to find your comb, clogged with your hair strands, everyday. You are likely to lose your hair when you expose them to harsh chemicals and styling tools that cause your hair to fall out. Constant heating and drying as well as colouring can make your hair dry and brittle. However, there is no reason for you to panic as hair loss can be controlled with the right haircare routine and awareness.
See an expert before you do anything about your hair loss 'Get a proper diagnosis from your GP, dermatologist,' advises Sallis. 'This way, you will be less inclined to spend money on products that may only affect a certain aspect of hair loss, which you may or may not have.' You could be prescribed a lotion or a course of tablets, which help with growth.
'The hair follicle is one of the last tissues in your body to receive nutritional substances, so specific deficiencies can affect the hair,' says nutritionist Angela Dowden. 'Healthy hair comes from a balanced diet that is nutrient-dense. Because hair is mostly protein, this is an important area of your diet to look at, and essential fatty acids, iron, silica, biotin and zinc are also important for growth and preventing brittle, unhealthy looking hair.' Worried your diet isn t up to scratch? Then ask your trichologist to prescribe vitamin supplements. Proven to reduce hair loss, each supplement combines all the nutrients vital for a healthy head of hair. Also, follow these diet tips to control hair loss.
The most common trigger of female hair loss can be iron deficiency, as iron in the body binds ferritin a protein involved in the production of hair cells, which guard against shedding. Low iron stores are known to reduce the growing phase of hair, so load up on plenty of dark leafy green vegetables like spinach, kale and broccoli, which can be good sources of iron. In addition, vitamin C-rich foods, like citrus fruits, kiwi, strawberries and peppers, can help increase the absorption of iron into the body. Iron-rich supplements boost iron reserves and improve hair thickness. Also, try these 9 yoga poses to beat hair loss.
Thicken up thinning strands with a re-densifying shampoo and conditioner. Massage your scalp to help stimulate hair growth. This will help improve blood flow, nourish hair shafts and strengthen hair roots.Designed for women with moderate to severe hair loss, hair replacement prosthesis is a breathable mesh that s placed between your existing hair and scalp, which contains human hair to totally disguise your hair loss. While not a cure for baldness, it allows you to do sports, swim and to wash, brush and style your hair as you would normally.Here are 5 vegetable packs to control hair fall.
Source: www.mirror.co.uk
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