Tips To Prevent Hair fall

Hair fall is a common concern for many people, and while some amount of hair shedding is normal, excessive hair fall can be distressing.

Here are some tips to help prevent hair fall and promote healthier hair:

1. Maintain a Balanced Diet: Ensure you have a well-balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and proteins, which are essential for healthy hair growth. Include foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats in your diet.

2. Stay Hydrated: Drink an adequate amount of water daily to keep your hair and scalp hydrated.

3. Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Minimize the use of hair products containing harsh chemicals like sulfates and parabens. Use mild, natural hair care products instead.

4. Be Gentle with Your Hair: Avoid excessive brushing, pulling, or tightly tying your hair. Treat your hair gently to prevent breakage.

5. Use a Wide-Tooth Comb: Use a wide-tooth comb to detangle wet hair gently. Wet hair is more susceptible to breakage, so be cautious when combing.

6. Avoid Heat Styling: Reduce the use of heat styling tools such as hairdryers, straighteners, and curling irons, as they can damage your hair.

7. Trim Regularly: Get regular hair trims to remove split ends and prevent them from traveling up the hair shaft.

8. Massage Your Scalp: Regularly massage your scalp to improve blood circulation, which can promote hair growth.

9. Avoid Tight Hairstyles: Avoid hairstyles that pull on your hair, like tight ponytails or braids, as they can lead to hair breakage.

10. Protect Your Hair from the Sun: Excessive sun exposure can damage your hair. Wear a hat or use a scarf to protect your hair from the sun's harmful rays.

11. Manage Stress: Chronic stress can contribute to hair fall. Practice stress-reducing activities like yoga, meditation, or regular exercise.

12. Get Enough Sleep: Lack of sleep can negatively impact your hair health. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night.

13. Avoid Smoking: Smoking can reduce blood flow to the scalp and contribute to hair loss.

14. Consult Your Doctor: If you're experiencing significant hair fall or hair loss, consider consulting your doctor to identify the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.

Remember that hair health is influenced by various factors, including genetics and overall health. It may take time to see noticeable results, so be patient and consistent with your hair care routine.

From desk of:

Dr Sumeet Sopan Yesumali

Homoeopathic Physician

M.D.(Hom.)(Medicine)(Pune) C.C.M.P.(GMC, Miraj) B.A.(Psychology)

Difficult Cases Course, IACH,(Greece).