Hair Loss

How Does Scalp Psoriasis Contribute to Hair Loss

How does scalp psoriasis contribute to hair lossPsoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition caused by the body’s immune system. It is well known for causing inflammation and plaque formation on the scalp by creating an overabundance of skin cells. This excessive skin cell production builds up like snow drifts on the skin of the scalp. As that happens, they create plaques and patchy areas that the condition is known for.

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Can a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet Lead to Hair Loss?

Can a vegetarian or vegan diet lead to hair loss?Vegetarians refrain from eating the flesh of animals, and vegans go a step further by also omitting foods that are derived from animals – such as dairy and eggs. There are many reasons people choose to commit to these lifestyles, and it can be a healthier choice for many.

If not handled correctly, vegetarian and vegan lifestyles can also lead to malnutrition the same as any diet that lacks what our bodies need. To be clear, the human body can live without animal products… but switching to a vegetarian or vegan diet requires some planning so vital nutrients a person used to gain from certain foods are included in other ways. For example, a person who used to get iron primarily by eating meat will need to make sure they include plant-based iron-rich foods in their diet.

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How to Treat Hormonal Hair Loss

How to treat hormonal hair lossOur hormones are inextricably linked with our health. They regulate growth, metabolism, reproductive functions, blood pressure, and other crucial processes. To a large degree, they also dictate our hair’s health. Some hormones regulate the hair’s growth cycle, while too much or too little of others can cause hair loss.

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Corticosteroids and Hair Loss

Corticosteroids and hair lossCorticosteroids are synthetic drugs that resemble cortisol – a hormone produced naturally in our bodies by the adrenal gland. Several biological processes utilize cortisol… such as our metabolism, immune response, and stress. At low doses, corticosteroids can lower inflammation by reducing the production of certain chemicals in the body, and at higher doses can reduce immune system activity.

There is a use and purpose for corticosteroids in almost every medical field, it helps treat conditions like asthma and hay fever, lupus and multiple sclerosis, and several autoimmune diseases. Few drugs are without possible side effects and corticosteroids are no exception.

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Dairy Products And Hair Loss

Dairy Products and Hair LossWhile most people will experience some form of hair loss in their lives, the chances of experiencing common forms of hair loss – including male and female pattern baldness – increase with age. We know that for many, baldness is a genetic disposition… but we strive to do what we can to delay or even avoid the inevitable if possible. Our overall health does impact our hair health, so making sure we’re getting a proper amount of sleep, exercise, and watching what we eat can go a long way.

We’re going to focus on the last part, specifically what we eat. Some foods we know are always going to have a negative impact on our health (such as foods high in fat, cholesterol, and sugar). Having too much of a certain grouping of food can be harmful to our health as well. One group that we know we should have in moderation is dairy. Could dairy products negatively impact our hair health?

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Hair Health: 4 Tips for Hair Care Routine

Hair Health: 4 Tips for Hair Care RoutineThere are as many signs of healthy hair as there are different types of hair. Understanding your type of hair can help you determine the best routine for caring for your hair.

Hair stylists categorize hair type into four main categories along with extra subtypes based on shape. How often hair should be washed or what sort of shampoo to use all depends on whether one’s hair is straight, wavy, curly, or coily. No matter what type of hair you have, here are some general tips for healthy hair:

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Weight Loss Drugs and Hair Loss

Weight loss drugs and hair lossWith the current popularity of weight loss drugs (like Wegovy and Ozempic), some people are reporting that the weight loss aids also cause hair loss. Yet doctors say weight loss medications have no impact on hair growth while confirming that people taking those medications are sometimes experiencing hair loss. Sound contradictory? The reason is actually very logical.

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How Does Melatonin Affect Your Hair?

How does melatonin affect your hairMelatonin is naturally produced by the human body. It’s also taken a popular dietary supplement and a natural sleep aid. Safe, non-addictive, and easily found over the counter, it has been proven to have multiple positive effects on the body and possesses few side effects – but is hair loss one of its rare side effects?

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Music and Hair Loss

Music and Hair LossThere is no end to the array of misconceptions and false assertions – from folk remedies to internet memes and beyond – surrounding the subject of hair loss. Believe it or not, even the topic of music has been questioned in relation to hair loss… and it’s not a new consideration.

Back in 1896, for instance, Scientific American published a study stating that playing brass instruments (like the tuba or trombone) caused baldness in the musicians playing them. In more modern times, Moby blames his time as a rave DJ in the 90s for his own hair loss.

But how likely are those assertions?

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