Nutrition
Eating
right to slow or prevent hair loss is discussed on a
separate web page.
Vitamins
and minerals to treat hair loss
The
natural supplements, including vitamins and minerals
to treat hair loss are discussed on a separate web page.
Other
natural remedies for weight loss
This
page discussed natural remedies not covered in the pages
above. These may not have been covered under the FDA
regulatory process that confirm dosages, purity, safety
and efficacy. Many manufacturers of natural supplements
conduct or fund their own studies. Needless to say,
many of these studies are biased, to justify the sale
of their own products.
Many
products that put claim to treat hair loss (often packaged
with other ingredients) are below.
Advecia:
It is herbal and reported to be a hair loss vitamin.
Aloe
vera: Often recognized as a wonderful natural
remedy for many ailments, it is believed that it also
helps treat hair loss. It is applied topically.
Dehyroeplandrosterone
(DHEA): This has been suggested for hair growth.
Howewever, there are many reports suggesting this hormone
actually causes hair loss, like streroids.
Evening
promise oil: This is also known as gamma-linolenic
acid. It is claimed to convert into hormone-like compounds
that help to gergulate a bodily functions.
Fava
beans: This is an herb that is widely used
in Polynesian countries to treat anxiety. It is generally
harmless but can cause death with people that carry
a rare genetic defect.
L-Arginine:
This is a homeopathic remedy that is thought to increase
circulation to the scalp.
Lingzhi:
Long considered by the Chinese as a royal panacea for
many aliments, this flat polypore mushroom is used to
treat hair loss, obesity and liver disease.
Methylsulfonylmethane
(MSM): This is a white crystalline powder that
is reported to be a sulphur-rich hair tonic in its cream
form.
Nettle
sting root: Its reported effect on dyhydrotestosterone
(DHT) levels has made it a treatment for hair loss.
Olive
oil: When mixed with coconut and/or mayonnaise,
heated and rubbed to the scalp, it is believed to be
able to grow hair.
Soy
extract: some people believe that this can
arrest hair loss.
Tribulus
terrestri and Ava Renewale: These Chinese herbs
are reported to be able to do many things, including
being a cure for hair loss.
Wheatgrass:
These are very young version of the common wheat plant
that is believed to be able to treat hair loss. Itis
a source of vitamins A, B, C and E'sas well as calcium,
magnesium, potassium, iro, natural enzymes and chlorophyll.
Alternative
manufactured products are found in a separate web page.
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