Hair loss is a common problem this days, you don’t even need to be in older years to face hair loss. Thankfully, there are lots of solutions for this problem nowadays. Like any other problem this require the identification of the cause to be solved. In case of hair loss you need to regrow your hair.

There are lots of reasons which causing baldness, including lack of nutrients, chronic illnesses, low blood circulation in the scalp, prescription medications and others.

60% of men loosing hair because of the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This hormone blocks the hair follicle cells and weakens them till they die. This is the reason why you have a receding hair line. To solve this proble obtain and use saw palmetto.

You need to take 1,500 mg of this herb everyday to get an effect. By using saw palmetto you will halt the production of DHT in your body. Many dermatologists consider this herb to be the number one natural treatment for loss of hair. Read the rest of this entry »

* Scalp condition
Quality and strength of your your hair also depend on the condition of your scalp. Different lotions for scalp massaging can help you to improve condition of your scalp. You can also create a lotion for application to the scalp by mixing together the essential oils from Lavender and Rosemary, which
may be obtained from most aromatherapy stores. You can also mix Aloe Vera with coconut milk to get a natural shampoo, and Aloe Vera is good by itself for massaging into the scalp.

* Blood circulation to your scalp
One of the reasons of hair loss is poor blood circulation at the top of your scalp. Hair weakens and eventually stops growing because of the weak blood supply which starves the follicle. Circulation of the blood can be improved by using herb Ginkgo Biloba. For this purpose hot pepper Capsicum can also beused.

Don’t forget to consult with your doctor before taking any natural supplements, especially if you are taking any medications because action of your medications can be affected by these natural supplements.

There are lots of products for hair restoration on the market today. All of these will take time to show results and they can be quite expensive. But natural hair loss treatments have existed for many centuries and years. Because of their natural origin they cost not as much as artificially created, nad they also don’t have any side effects. You can improve the quality of your hair and save money by using these antural strategies of hair restoration.

Hair loss has been a problem for centuries and there are many long standing solutions based on naturally occuring plants and herbs that can be used even today. Here you will find some of these.

* Diet
It is wide known that modern western diet lacks something useful. Nowadays people prefer to eat fast food, because of the time pressure. As a result there are many deficiences in our diets.
It’s not a secret that for healthy and strong hair growth certain minerals and vitamins are required. Some of these include iron, vitamin B6, silicam omega 3 fatty acids and more.
So it it necessary to add strong colored vegetables to your diet, high quality protein, fish nuts and seeds. Also, you need to take multivitamin supplement.

* Hormones
High levels of DHT hormone are known to cause hair loss in men. Hair follicle is being attacked by this hormone, becomes weak and stops the growth of hair. Taking herb Saw Palmetto is one of the most effective methods of reducing the level of this hormone. This herb is commonly used to treat an enlarged prostate, but it was noticed that when used it also encourages hair growth.
The same we can say about Stinging nettle root. Both can be found in capsules.

* Shampoo
Most shampoos contain a mix of chemicals which are to clean and add shine to your hair. One of them Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or SLS is reputed to be harmful to the scalp and health of the hair. It is believed, that while being an effective cleaning agent, when rinsed out of the hair, SLS can leave a residue that may be harmful to the hair follicle. Many people who gave up shampoos containing SLS, report an improvement in the growth and quality of their hair. So, to protect your hair, check the ingredients of the shampoo you are currently using and if necessary, change to a more naturally based formula or find a home made shampoo recipe.

Problem of hair loss has been pursuing humanity for centuries. And all the time people have been trying to discover or invent some kind of a remedy to stop or to turn back the process of hair loss.

Ancient Egypt:
* In Egypt lettuce was associated with Min, the Egyptian god of virility. The Egyptians applied chopped lettuce patches to bald spots to stimulate hair growth.
* They also mixed castor oil with sweet almond oil to make oil smoother and easier to spread and improve the aroma.
* They even used a formula made from Fir Tree extracts for scalp massage. The Egyptians extracted the resin, or made an infusion from the needles, then massaged it into their scalps.
* It was beleieved by the Egyptians that thick hair was best. That’s way they often improved on their own growth woth hair extensions and wigs made from human hair or sheep’s wool.

India:
* Indians used amla oil (made from indian gooseberries) boiled in coconut oil as a tonic to stimulate hair growth.
* They also boiled sage leaves in cocnut oil and applied the blackened residue to their hair and scalps to stimulate hair growth and natural pigmentation.
* Another prescription was a coconut milk mixed with a pinch of black pepper and Fenugreek powder.

Sub-Sahara Africa:
* Ancient Africans were sure that infusions of avocado leaves are the best at treating scalp problems.
* They also steeped flowers in olive oil to make fragrant hair tonics.

Victorian America:
* Vigorous brushing was the most prescribed hair care treatment. Using a stiff brush was supposed to keep the hair soft and shiny, while a soft brush was believed to stimulate hair growth.
* The original decision for hair loss treatment was in a mixture of cologne, spirit of camphor and tincture of canthardies with Jamaica Rum, Glycerine, Sesqui-Carbonate of Ammonia, Distilled Oil and Rosemary oil.

The Amazon:
* The Taiwano Indians who resided in the rainforests of South America treated scalp problems with heated extract of banana.