How to Prevent and Treat Hair Loss Naturally

Hair loss is something that is experienced by both men and women at some point in their lives. Hair loss can stem from stress, scalp infections, poor diet, hormonal disorders and natural aging. Androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata are common forms of hair loss. The good news: There are ways to prevent hair loss in some cases.

Instructions

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  Eat a healthy diet. A diet that consists of whole grains, fruit, vegetables and lean meats will provide your body with all the vitamins, minerals and amino acids that it needs. Making sure you are properly nourished will ensure your hair stays healthy and strong.

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  Exercise regularly to maintain good blood flow and proper health. This will also help you to prevent certain diseases that can cause hair loss.

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  Use products designed for your type of hair. Understanding what type of hair you have will help to prevent or treat hair loss naturally. Straight hair appears shiny and sleek when it's healthy. Wavy hair can be classified as fine, medium and thick or coarse hair. Medium curly hair has three textures: loose curls, tighter curls and curly with a kinky look. Kinky coily has two patterns; one resembles an "S" and the other resembles a zig-zag pattern.

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  See your physician, if you suffer from hair loss as a result of a disease. Some diseases, such as lupus or diabetes, can cause people to lose hair. In addition, conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), menopause or pregnancy can cause hair thinning as well.

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  Avoid wearing hairstyles that tightly pull your hair, because these can cause traction alopecia. Hairstyles that normally cause this condition are cornrows, extension braids and tight ponytails.

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  Avoid using harsh chemicals in the hair. Using chemicals that damage the scalp can also cause traction alopeica, in some cases the scalp will be so badly damaged that hair re-growth is impossible. Using harsh chemicals such as, relaxers, perms and dye can cause this. Go to a hair stylist, who is trained to work with your type of hair, to apply the chemicals.

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  Select mild shampoo, if you're washing your hair every day. People with oily hair should use products designed specifically for their hair type. Don't overuse these products, because they can damage your hair. People with curly or wavy hair types experience more damage and dryness than people with straight hair. People with curly or wavy hair need to avoid heat and styling products, because they will cause hair breakage.

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  Keep your hair clean and dry. Fungal infections such as ringworm can run rampant in damp, dirty hair. Prevent this condition by keeping the hair and scalp clean and drying hair thoroughly.