Ways to prevent hair loss

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Hair loss can be triggered by both ageing and genetics. The best treatments for hair loss depend on the underlying cause. Supplements, products applied directly to the scalp, and lifestyle changes are possible options.

Some people are concerned about their hair loss. Certain habits and treatments may help strengthen or regrow hair, depending on the reason for hair loss.

Here are some suggestions for preventing hair loss and regrowing hair:

Avoiding crash diets

Very low-calorie diets can deprive the body of essential nutrients, including those necessary for healthy hair, such as protein, fatty acids, and zinc. Crash diets do not usually result in permanent weight loss.

According to a 2019 review, hair loss can occur in people who lose body cell mass because of weight loss from a low-calorie diet. This can result in temporary hair loss.

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Massaging the scalp

A small 2016 study of nine healthy men found that a daily 4-minute scalp massage stimulated hair growth.

These findings are promising. But researchers will need to study larger samples to determine whether scalp massages are helpful for hair loss.

Using essential oils

Applying certain essential oils to the scalp may boost hair growth.

A small 2021 study found that pumpkin seed oil, applied topically to the scalp for three months, significantly increased hair regrowth in people with female pattern baldness.

Using caffeine-infused products

Caffeine in topical formulations such as shampoo and conditioner may prevent hair loss as effectively as minoxidil, according to a 2020 review. Caffeine stimulates metabolism and the proliferation of cells.

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Following a Mediterranean diet

A 2017 study in the Archives of Dermatological Research found an association between the herbs and vegetables in the Mediterranean diet and a decreased risk of androgenetic alopecia, or pattern baldness, in males.