How to Stop Thinning Hair in Men

It's a disheartening feeling to look down at your feet after you turn off the shower and see a little pile of hair that has freshly washed off your head. This is a telltale sign that your hair is thinning. But there's no need to overreact; hair loss is common. Besides, it is one of the less-severe side effects that comes with getting old. Still, there are ways to slow it down and, in some cases, stop it altogether.

Instructions

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  Talk to your doctor. He can further examine the severity of your hair loss and pinpoint some treatment options.

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  Get some minoxidil. This is a topical solution or foam that is applied to areas of the scalp that are thinning or already bald. Its main purpose is to stimulate circulation to the hair follicles. This, in turn, slows down the hair loss process and in some cases has been known to regrow hair.

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  Get some Propecia, which is an oral medication originally used to treat the prostate. It is used to stop thinning hair and also promote regrowth on the top and front middle of the head. It is approved by the FDA, and you need a prescription to use it.

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  Clean up your diet. Avoid foods that are deep-fried, highly processed, highly refined and high in fat. This causes the body to be acidic, which in turn leads to unhealthy skin. The skin is where hair grows, so this can have a negative impact on growth.

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  Get enough protein. A diet that is really low in protein can increase the thinning process. Hair is made of protein. Eat foods like lean meats, low-fat dairy, fish, beans, legumes and tofu.