Cure For Baldness
Cure For Baldness
by: Kenneth L. Meyer
Well, we as men have always been very concerned by the thought of going bald. We dare
not think of it. Just thinking about losing one’s hair probably causes it to happen!
Many strides have been made in the effort to “cure” baldness” not only for men but for
women as well.
Here are a few thoughts regarding hair loss and then some natural remedies.
1. Just about 95% of male pattern baldness seems to be hereditary. Oh joy!
2. Minoxidil and Propecia are the only FDA approved drugs to treat hair loss.
3. Neither Minoxidil nor Propecia is 100% guaranteed to work.
4. If you are balding and you do nothing about it well, you will continue to go bald!
Let’s take a look at some natural remedies for balding, 12 to be exact.
TWELVE NATURAL TREATMENTS:
1. Green Tea – Thought to affect the 5a-reductase type I enzyme, which converts
testosterone to DHT.
2. Flax Seed Lignans – may be wonderful for preventing hair loss.
3. Saw Palmetto (herb) Effective at blocking the formation of DHT and appears to block
the androgen receptors which are found on the hair follicles. It blocks Type 1 and Type 2
forms of 5 alpha-reductase and has shown to be more potent than Finasteride.
4. Zinc – Recent studies have shown that certain formulations of topical Zinc are good for
combating the common cold and can inhibit DHT in the skin, leading to reduction of oil
and possibly helping hair regrow. Do NOT overdose. Doing so can accelerate or cause
hair loss
5. Vitamin B6 – Combined with Zinc, Vitamin B6 was markedly able to inhibit the
conversion of Testosterone to DHT in the skin. There are now studies that show that
specific types of B6 alone will inhibit DHT creation and androgen receptor activity.
6. Omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids – Contain anti-inflammatory properties that are
useful in maintaining healthy hair. By increasing these levels of essential fatty acids one
can slow down hair loss.
7. Horsetail (herb) – Rich in amino acids, silica, and phytosterols, which condition &
strengthen hair as well as reduce buildup of oils in the scalp.
8. Ginger (herb) – Ginger has circulatory agents that help stimulate the hair follicle’s
growth cycle. Additionally Ginger is rich in fatty acids which are recommended for hair
loss, and the thinning of the hair shaft
9. Rosemary (herb) – Rosemary has been shown to promote increased circulation as well
as help remove dandruff and sebum accumulations on the scalp.
10. Sage tea (herb) – Contains potent antiseptic and astringent components makes it a
useful conditioner for the hair. Additionally, it thickens and strengthens compromised
hair shafts
11. Capsicum (herb) Stimulates hair growth by 50% and increases blood flow to the scalp
as well as histamine release to stimulate cell division. It is excellent at accelerating new
hair growth.
12. Ginger – Ginger has circulatory agents that help stimulate the hair follicle’s growth
cycle. Additionally Ginger is rich in fatty acids which are recommended for hair loss, and
the thinning of the hair shaft.
Be aware that there is no scientific proof that these foods will stop hair loss. But they can
help to maintain what you have now and slow down your hair loss; also using more than
the recommended daily dose of these foods may be counter productive.
The key here is the amount consumed. Almost anything is toxic if consumed in large
doses. Including salt and even water! As long as you follow the recommended dosage by
the manufacturer or retailer, and the recommended doses are not exceeded by combining
too many different supplements, then the chance of toxicity will not be a factor.
