Hormones

Hormonal changes is the top reason for hair loss in an individual. In most cases is the hormone DHT which damages the hair follicles. This is naturally present in men and those who go bald do so because of both the hormone and their genes. In women, hormonal fluctuations could lead to lower than normal estrogen levels. Estrogen is supposed to balance and regulate DHT. With less estrogen, DHT has a stronger effect.

Severe Illness

Infections and Thyroid Problems - A serious thyroid disorder could be your reason for hair loss. Aside form thyroid problems though, other severe illnesses such as high fever and infections could shock your system and cause your hair to temporarily fall out at a faster rate.

Nutrient Deficiency

Deficiencies in Vitamins - As some studies would show, being deficient in some vitamins and minerals could be the reason for hair loss. Individuals who have diets low in protein and some B-complex vitamins may experience temporary hair loss. The lack of iron or the inability of the body to completely absorb iron may also cause your hair to shed faster. The only logical solution to this problem would be to eat right and take supplementation.

Medications

Medications - We all know that certain cancer treatment can cause massive hair loss. There are however, other medication types that could be the reason for hair loss. Some steroids and blood thinners are examples of these medicines.

Major Operation

A major operation is both a physically and emotionally traumatic experience for some. A person could still continue losing hair even a month or more after the operation. Often though, a person will stop losing his hair as soon as he completely recuperates from the surgical procedure.

Stress

Some sources try to downplay stress as a reason for hair loss. Stressful situations however could lead to a condition called telogen effluvium. Constant and extreme bombardment of physical or emotional stress could push some of the hair strands in the growing phase prematurely into the resting phase. Eventually, these hair strands will begin to shed.

Infection

Ringworms could infest the scalp and cause hair loss. This unsightly and uncomfortable reason for hair loss is a form of scalp infection.

Hairstyles

As long as you moderately use hairstyling products, you’re safe from hair loss. It is generally agreed upon though that using too much of these hair products and rigorous hair blow drying could damage the hair severely. In some people the main reason for hair loss would be certain hairstyles. Tight braiding and pony tailing could uproot hair strands. In severe cases, the scalp injury could develop scar tissue in which case it would be difficult to re-grow hair.

Auto-Immune Disorder

Alopecia aratea is said to be fairly uncommon but it is still considered to be a possible major reason for hair loss in certain individuals. In this condition, the immune system mistakenly attacks the follicle cells. The attack damages the cells and causes hair loss.

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Ancient Egypt

There was a certain cure which required a spell to be recited to the sun god and then this ritual was followed by swallowing a mixture of alabaster, onions, honey, red lead, and iron.

Egyptians applied lettuce patches (from chopped lettuce leaves) to their bald spots. They have done this solely because lettuce was associated to the god of virility—Min. It has been believed that hair loss affects a man’s virility; hence, they had to appease the god directly in control of that attribute.

Ancient Egyptians have also used massage solutions that have fir tree extracts in them. They extracted the resin which was necessary for coming up with the preparation that would improve scalp condition.

Egyptians also resorted to castor oil to enhance hair growth. This oil was mixed with sweet almond oil so that it would be easier to apply; not to mention that it would become scented.

Hair extensions aren’t modern man’s creation—in fact, the Egyptians of old have used human hair or sheep’s wool to make hair extensions and wigs. These people believed that with these hair extensions, their hair would become thicker.

Indian Civilization

Ayurveda followers used boiled sage leaves in coconut oil to stimulate hair growth. This mixture can also improve the natural pigmentation of a person’s hair.

Fenugreek was also used to fight hair loss. Sometimes, its powdered form was combined with pepper and coconut milk to come up with a massage cream of some sort.

Amla oil (extracted from Indian Gooseberries) was also boiled in coconut oil. This solution was used as a hair tonic which was best at stimulating hair growth.

Americas (Victorian Period)

Cologne, tincture of cantharides and spirit of camphor were applied to the hairs’ roots each night.

Tincture of cantharides has other partners in curing hair loss: Jamaica rum, rosemary oil, distilled water, Sesgui-carbonate of ammonia, and glycerin.

Brushing the hair vigorously was also believed to stimulate hair growth; this is true with soft hairbrushes. Stiff hairbrushes, on the other hand, can make the hair soft and shiny.

Africa

Ancient Africans made scented hair tonics by mixing steeped flowers and olive oil.

Ancient China

The Chinese believe that acupuncture could help cure alopecia. The primary acupuncture points are G5, 7, 20, Du16, 19, Yi Ming, and St8. Acupuncture treatment is done once each week or the sessions could be increased—this all depends on the acupuncturist. A seven-star needle can also be used by the patient in tapping the bald spot.

Modern man might not be able to fathom the mystery behind all of the ancient rituals, potions, and mixtures that were produced by the ancient civilizations but these people believed in such cures… and some of the herbs that they used back then are still in use today.

The point being that both our learnings from the past and nature have a valuable role to play in Modern-day medicine and natural treatments.

So keep an open mind as you explore your options.

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Thanks for visiting my website and my blog.

This website started out simply as an open letter that I would use to share my hair loss experiences (the ups, the downs, the good & the bad) with anyone that might be interested in benefiting from what I’ve gone through… and I’ve gone through a lot.

My story begins when I finally faced the truth about my thinning hair line. I then proceeded to waste a lot more time, money and hope trying the most publicized products. This was because I didn’t do a lot of research initially and simply followed some bad advice & purchased some of the more commercial treatments.

The result is that I’ve got some great insights to share with you about my experiences with:

• Rogaine - Minoxidil,
• Hair Transplant Surgery,
• Propecia - Finesteride,
• Scalp Med,
• Procerin,
• Spironolactone, and,
• Provillus

The great news is that I’ve been extremely successful at not only stopping my hair loss , but also at regrowing hair in my previously thinning areas. You can see a number of before & after pictures and get in-depth reviews on these products by clicking here.

Click here to read about my 3 year battle with hair loss and what it took to win.

I hope that you’ll take a few minutes to explore this site and I hope it helps you with your battle against hair loss.

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All the best,

James