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Female Hair Loss Herbs
Herbs have been used forever for health, and many herbs can help in restoring female hair.
Some ladies report great results with female hair loss herbs, but remember though that we are all individuals and respond differently to different treatments.
Below we'll describe the various female hair loss herbs, and
you can research and choose herbs with the help of a herbalist or by yourself.
Alternatively one popular herbal option many people report great results from is
Herbal Hair Solution. Let us know if you try it
and how well it works for you. It's very popular.
Let's look at the specific herbs that can help with female hair loss:
Algae: First, the most simple of plants, algae. Algae can be rendered directly into food, and its curative properties have been known for centuries. Algae extract contains high levels of vitamins, minerals and essential amino acids (precursors to proteins – hair is made of protein). Next up on the evolutionary chain is seaweed. Atlantic Kelp and Himanthalia Elongata are sometimes used in hair growth and restoration treatments. These substances restore damaged areas in the scalp and hair follicles. They are also rich in the essential chemical building blocks needed to grow healthy, shiny hair.
Ginkgo biloba: It sounds exotic but actually is not, in the Northeast it is a common street tree, first imported from Asia, that drops round yellow fruit in the fall. This fruit smells pretty awful when crushed underfoot, but some Asian cultures gather it and with proper treatment (usually boiling) it can be rendered pretty tasty. It is most often consumed in the US in the form of vitamin supplements available at any reputable drugstore chain such as CVS or Rite-Aid. Ginkgo biloba is believed to aid in hair growth and regrowth by improving overall blood circulation. Daily consumption of ginkgo biloba supplements is associated with increased blood flow to the scalp and hair follicles, resulting in stimulated hair growth.
Rosemary: You probably have it in your herb rack right now, is a traditional therapeutic agent for better hair. The American Osteopathic College of dermatology has stated that the herb rosemary, applied directly to the scalp as a poultice, can directly aid new hair growth. A key component of rosemary is rosmarinic acid, a power antioxidant and anti- inflammatory agent. It is believed that rosemary works directly against the action of leukotriene B4, a powerful inflammatory response agent. Leukotrienes as a class of chemicals are involved in signaling the need for inflammatory responses, and it is known that leukotriene B4 does direct damage to hair follicles and contributes to hair loss.
Saw palmetto: Another substance sometimes helpful in hair regrowth.
Green tea: is another herb to consider – daily consumption of green tea appears to provide general health benefits, probably through mitigation of the inflammatory response.
Dong quai is a relative newcomer to the scene but may also be of use.
Three final herb-derived medications anyone losing hair should consider are strong>stinging nettle, biotin and horsehair silica. Nettle is common through the United States and no doubt familiar to anyone who's ever had the misfortune to grab some – it stings! Nettle is thought to stimulate hair production by irritating the involved tissues and "tricking" the body into supplying new resources for repair of the damage. Biotin, part of the B complex of vitamins, has been much in the news, and is a protein that acts directly to make hair stronger. Horsetail silica comes from one of the oldest surviving plants on Earth, a species found in fossils up to 400 million years old from the Paleozoic Era. It's been used since Greek and Roman times for better hair health. Fresh or dried stems and leaves of the plant are used. It is best used fresh and collected before the young plants are more than 7 inches high.
Always remember, any of these herbs might work for you but it will take some trial-and- error. Every woman is unique and the causes and best treatment of hair loss in any given individual are unique, too.
One additional thought. many woman report great results with Provillus for Women, which combines herbs with FDA recommended Rogaine. As of this writing, they have a special for two free months of Provillus!
Always consult with your doctor first before beginning any new health care regimen. He or she may even have clinical advice to offer you about herbal treatments for hair loss.
