Avoid   Baldness

Baldness is a widely researched topic and a fair number of people have studied and tried out various cures for it. The latest study into alopecia areata, has connected it with various genes, which paves the way forward for new and advanced treatments. Alopecia areata is a form of baldness which is very common. It causes hair thinning and eventually hair loss.

The study revealed that a few auto-immune diseases such as type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis had connected chromosomes to baldness. This new found knowledge could prove to be very useful towards developing new types of medication targeting hair loss, and perhaps even reversing it.
According to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation, pharmaceutical companies are yet to receive formal approval from the FDA to look into developing new treatments for hair loss - even though alopecia areata is a common auto-immune disease.

Both men and women are affected alike by alopecia areata, although studies show that women are more open about it with their doctors, as opposed to men. This leads to better diagnosis rates amongst women.

Baldness is otherwise cured by varied and sometimes untested and unsafe medication, hair transplants or even hair pieces. Most of these cures are far from being effective. Prescription drugs for baldness include Minoxidil and Finasteride, which is more commonly known as Propecia.

Minoxidil can be bought over the counter, and is a lotion which must be massaged into the scalp atleast twice a day. The downside of this treatment is that constant use is necessary for its effectiveness.

Propecia is a drug that stops Dihydrotestosterone from forming, which otherwise causes baldness in men.

Got lice on your head? It is time to start worrying, but fear not, this does not mean you are going to lose your hair and go bald. It is quite common for people to lose up to 100 hairs a day. It is only aspects like aging, lifestyle changes and hereditary causes that could lead to balding.

If your diet is full of essential nutrients, then you probably have excellent hair growth. This also means your hair has a longer survival period. Try to include the following nutrients in your diet to ensure a full head of hair:

Zinc - mainly contained in red meat, poultry, beans and dairy products. Zinc helps the production of hormones and a better absorption of vitamins.

Iron - eat lots of red meat, whole grains, sea food and dark vegetables for iron. It helps to deliver oxygen in the blood to your body and also your hair.

Omega 3 - found in oily fish, Omega 3 supports blood circulation including that to your hair follicles.

Protein - eggs, chicken, cheese and milk are full of protein. Hair is made up mainly with protein, and eating foods high in protein will aid good hair growth.

Vitamin B - found in tomatoes, carrots, onions and fruits. Vitamin B is known to aid the healthy development of skin, nails and hair.

Vitamin A - helps to avoid dry hair and even prevent dandruff.

Vitamin C - develops collagen and assists towards the absorption of Iron.

Vitamin E - assists with blood circulation to the body and the scalp as well.

Mineral Silica - eat lots of wholemeal foods like brown rice, oats and green vegetables. Mineral Silica helps the body develop connective tissues right throughout the body, including those on your head.

Apart from all these essential nutrients in your diet, you should also get regular head massages. This will not only improve the blood circulation on your head, but will also keep your hair follicles healthy and strong.