Hair loss is a natural phenomenon

Did you know that your scalp naturally loses 50-100 hair strands in a day?

It is normal to shed some hair each day. This usually isn’t noticeable because new hair keeps growing in at the same time. However, if you experience more than normal hair loss or you if you have noticed that new hair hasn’t replaced the hair that has fallen out, you should pay attention.

Hair loss can be the result of hereditary factors, hormonal changes, medical conditions, stress or as a normal part of the aging process.

According to Ayurveda, hair loss is believed to be caused by an imbalance of Pitta energy in the body. Along with a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle, various ayurvedic herbs can help balance your doshas and reverse hair loss.

Common Signs of Hair Fall

• Gradual thinning of your hair starting close to the hairline
• Alopecia or losing hair in a circular patch at the top of the head
• Losing hair in patches all over the scalp.
• Hair starting to feel loose and breaks easily

Causes of Hair Loss

• Changes in hormones: Hormonal changes due to pregnancy, childbirth, menopause and thyroid problems.
• Hereditary: Happens gradually with aging leading to male pattern baldness or hereditary pattern baldness.
• Emotional or mental stress: Emotional or mental stress can lead to hair loss.
• Fungal infections: Bald patches can result from a ringworm infection in the scalp.
• Poor nutrition: A diet deficient in the required amount of nutrients such as proteins, amino acids, vitamins, etc. can cause hair fall
• Lifestyle: Including sleep deprivation, smoking, stress, and excess sun exposure can cause hormonal imbalance, resulting in hair loss.
• Certain medications and major surgery: Certain medications and major surgery can cause temporary hair loss. This includes blood thinners, vitamin A supplements, medications for thyroid issues, high blood pressure, antidepressants, heart problems, birth control pills and so on.
• Hairstyles and treatments: Certain hairstyles that pull your hair tight or chemicals used for hair styling can cause damage.