How to Prevent and Treat Hair Fall
If there is one issue that bothers many men and women alike, it is this and everyone wonders about how to prevent and treat hair fall. Majority of people focus largely on external care, shampoos, masks, serums to save and prevent hair fall. But that’s not enough. Usually its your internal health and wellbeing that governs the root cause of the matter. Lets understand what nutritional deficiencies cause hair fall.
Blood Tests
Some basic blood work that you need to get done are:
Ferritin Levels : If below 50, you need to begin supplementation.
B12 Levels: ideally above 500
CRP- to rule out any inflammation in the body
PCOS- to get your levels of Estrogen checked
ANA ( anti nuclear anti bodies) – is a test for autoimmunity. High levels get manifested as Hair Fall
Super Foods for Preventing Hair Fall
Rajgira/ Amaranth– Rich in Amino Acid that accelerates Hair Growth, gives it shine and strength. You can include it in the diet as Ragjra Porridge for breakfast or Rajgira Ladoo as a mid meal snack
Dry Coconut-With essential fatty acids, adds lustre to hair. It also prevents split end and moisturizes the scalp, keeping dandruff away. Dry coconut is a great mid meal snack, especially post lunch. Have a 2-3 inch piece with jaggery, or roll it into a energy ball with ghee, jaggery and coconut. It also serves as a great garnish over foods or dals
Garden Cress Seeds– High in iron, nourishes Hair and prevents hair loss. The ideal way to use Adiv seeds is to soak a pinch of then for 8-10 hours in some water. This can be added to a cup of milk or chaas. This will ensure better assimilation of all micro nutrients for great iron absorption.
Bajra- A winter staple millet is a great source of Iron. Not only does it keeps the body warm in winters, there by assisting our Thyroid Hormone in regulating optimum metabolism but also helps build our iron stores. Don’t miss out on this millet this season. It renders itself to a variety of recipes. You can make a regular bajra roti and have with ghee or jaggery, make Bajra Khichadi or even Sweet Bajra Mathris , just the perfect guilt free snack to sweeten your tea time
Hair Care Tips:
- Wash your hair often to prevent build up of oil or sweat
- Get them trimmed every two months
- Use natural chemical free products
- Don’t Blow dry too often
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