People all over the world suffer from hair loss at some point in their life and know the stress of your hair (literally) falling out. Unfortunately, worrying about it will only make it worse. It’s a vicious cycle and escaping hair loss can be a difficult task.

REASONS FOR HAIR LOSS

Since ancient times, Ayurvedic treatments have been a way to tackle hair loss and promote hair growth using natural ingredients. It is a popular form of treatment that not only promotes hair regrowth but also improves the  overall health of hair. In Ayurveda, hair types are classified into three different categories: pitta, kapha and vata. These represent the biological energies present in every individual, and as every hair type has distinct features, there are various different reasons why someone could be suffering from hair loss. Ayurvedic practitioners attribute hair loss to high levels of pitta in the body. Pitta is in charge of controlling the metabolism and digestion, as well as your well-being in general. But what exactly are the reasons behind hair loss?

• STRESS, ANXIETY AND LACK OF SLEEP: A good night’s sleep or meditation can work miracles and help you feel more relaxed.

• NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCIES: Adjusting your diet is a good first step. Try reducing your consumption of alcohol, coffee, tea, and extremely spicy, fried or greasy foods. Eating proteins and iron-rich food is recommended.

• HAIR PROBLEMS: Common conditions such as dandruff or fungal infections attack your scalp and hair roots. Addressing the root of these problems will help reduce your hair fall.

• HORMONAL IMBALANCES: These can occur when follicles are highly sensitive to male hormones or when a large number of male hormone receptors are attached to hair follicles. The problem is mainly due to your genes.

• HEALTH ISSUES: Severe illnesses like diabetes or even sudden weight loss can cause hair loss. Taking care of your health and minimizing the impact of any illness is a first necessary step to strengthen your hair.

Once you’ve identified the reasons behind your hair loss, try to reduce foods, habits, or activities responsible for increasing pitta and rely on neem as an ayurvedic hair regrowth solution to address these issues.

HOW DOES NEEM HELP?

Neem improves blood circulation in the scalp and strengthens the roots, thereby promoting hair growth. It also fights dryness and multiple skin conditions such as dandruff, eczema or psoriasis that damage the hair roots and cause hair loss. Additionally, thanks to its antibacterial properties, neem soothes your scalp and prevents further bacteria from spreading. Instead of using chemical hair washes, switch to natural products that include neem in their ingredient list.

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