Hair Loss

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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Can A Hair Dryer Cause Hair Loss?

Can a hair dryer cause hair lossWhile we may have been more reckless with how we treated our hair in our youth… as we get older, we run a greater risk of experiencing hair thinning and loss. As a result, we want to start looking more closely at which of our day-to-day activities could play a role in expediting the probability of hair loss. We look at routines and consider if we’re getting enough sleep, exercising, having a well-balanced diet, and if we’re properly managing and maintaining our hair through washing and treatments.

One aspect of washing and treating our hair that may come under some scrutiny is using a hair dryer. There has been some misleading and contradictory information going around about hair dryers for years now. So, can using a hair dryer really cause hair loss?

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Ginger and Hair Growth

Ginger and Hair growthGinger has been used in herbal medicine for centuries – for digestive ailments and inflammatory conditions. In recent years, this pungent spice has been “discovered” by social media influencers touting its benefits for the hair and scalp. Claims abound that ginger can make the scalp healthier and regrow lost hair. These assertions are exciting, but are they true?

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Stress-Reducing Strategies to Help With Holiday Hair Loss

Stress-Reducing Strategies to Help With Holiday Hair LossThe holidays are famous for bringing stress along with joy. So, it’s hardly a shock that to some, they are also associated with hair loss. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Though, as a side note, the “Christmas tree pattern hair loss” in women is not related to the holiday season. Instead, it’s a type of hair loss that’s a side effect of polycystic ovary syndrome.

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Does Shampoo Really Thicken Hair?

Does Shampoo Really Thicken Hair?So many myths exist about thinning hair or hair loss, as well as distortions, and even more of them about hair thickening products. There seems to be an almost endless array of things that claim to end or reverse hair loss, and many – if not most – of them are worthy of skepticism. In the interest of combating misinformation on the topic, let’s take a look at one of the more common ones: hair thickening shampoo.

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Does Pumpkin Block DHT?

Does pumpkin block DHT?It’s that time of year when America goes on pumpkin overload – pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin pie, pumpkin-scented candles, pumpkin-themed décor, and so much more! It has gotten to the point where pumpkin mania has become the subject of jokes. What often gets lost in the conversation are the excellent health benefits of pumpkin, including the possibility that it may even help slow or reverse some types of hair loss.

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Does Hair Color Determine the Number of Hairs on a Human Head?

Does Hair Color Determine the Number of Hairs on a Human Head?Hair density varies more than you might think. The typical human has approximately 100,000 hairs on their scalp, the middle of a range whose low end is 90,000 and the high end is 150,000. That provides a range of variance of 60,000 hairs.

There are many factors that govern how many hairs a person has on their head. Many of these are comparatively obvious: age, genetics, ethnicity, and environmental factors being the most well-known. The question today is whether or not hair color is one of those factors.

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The Surprising Connection Between Chocolate and Hair Loss

The surprising connection between chocolate and hair loss.We know that what goes into our bodies affects how well our bodies perform various functions. Whether that’s running, lifting, breathing, or even growing hair… what we eat matters.

There are many diets that contribute positively to overall hair health. Diets with sufficient amounts of proteins, vitamins, and minerals are necessary for proper hair health and growth. With all the variety of all the food in the world, surely sugary and delicious chocolates must have some effect.

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Do Antihistamines Help Alopecia?

Do antihistamines help alopecia?There are many causes for hair loss that are instigated by different factors including illness, stress, and genetics. For the vast majority of us, hair thinning or loss is a reality that we will have to face at some point… whether it be temporary or permanent.

One form of hair loss caused by illness is alopecia areata. This auto-immune disease affects approximately seven million Americans – or around 2% of the population. It’s a condition that often causes hair to fall out in inconsistent batches, unlike male or female pattern baldness which creates hair thinning and loss in more predictable patterns.

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Can a Mayonnaise Hair Mask Promote Hair Growth

Can a Mayonnaise Hair Mask promote hair growthA hair mask is a treatment used to strengthen and hydrate dry and damaged hair to help restore balance and shine. Hair masks are more concentrated than your typical conditioner and left on your hair for much longer (20 minutes to several hours). They can be bought in stores… though there are many homemade masks that can be made from ingredients you might already have in your home – like bananas, honey, or even mayonnaise.

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