The hair is composed of 80-85% of keratin - rich in sulfur - element that many cosmetic products for hair spelled out in their labels as a competitive advantage. The rest of the chemical elements involved the formation of healthy hair are iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, iodine, protein (see article "How to prevent hair loss?" For nutritional picture.)
A hair under a microscope resembles a strand of wool, where surface continuity of tiny scales (the "cuticle") determine the brightness and intensity of color that the human eye perceives. This happens as long as the scales are arranged parallel to the hair, and integrity. When hair is nourished and / or abused, these scales suffer an impairment that has the effect of dull hair, plus it is unprotected, and therefore more likely to be brittle.
The cortex is composed of a series of fibers whose health and vitality determine the elasticity and strength of each hair shaft itself. Also found in the cortex of melanin pigment which is the substance that gives hair color.
The medulla is the center of the hair, a soft composite keratin cells whose mission is to transport all nutrients for healthy hair.
Arm yourself with will and begin seriously to control and stop hair loss.
Causes of hair loss - then a list of everything that contributes to poor blood circulation, condensation of sebum, greasy hair and weak hair.
Beware of hot water
Hot water stimulates, is not suitable for skin or hair, becoming critical that prevention in the case of greasy hair, it greatly stimulates the production of sebum by the sebaceous glands. Use warm water and even wash the hair with cold water if you feel uncomfortable.
Usually falls around 100 hairs a day which is considered as a normal drop, however, when that number is far exceeded (large amounts of hair brushes, combs, toilets on the clothing, etc.) Must be attention.
There are several reasons why the hair falls which include anemia, pregnancy, stress, stress, nervousness, poor diet, poor circulation, excessive use of headband or clips in her hair, hormonal changes, hereditary conditions.
The stage of hair growth has an obvious take longer than the resting stage or falling, and this duration is related to the length that will ultimately each hair.
The stage of hair loss can range from 2 to 4 months old. The hair above is driven by his successor. This also means that the hair falling dead from 2 to 4meses before.
The phase of hair growth varies from 2 to 6 years, determined by genetic factors over time (this also explains the inability of certain people to have very long hair). When the hair loss, ie the amount of hair loss becomes evident, it happens that a greater amount of hair has entered the period of decline, and this may be due to different factors.
Here we give you an interesting article about the most common causes and some simple tips that can help you improve and reverse this loss:
1) Food poor, little and no schedule.
The entire body, but mostly the hair, suffers from malnutrition. It is not our intention to make a religion of good eating, but we will tell all the food that will serve the purpose of getting a healthy and shiny hair, strong at the root.
* FOOD FOR HAIR CREMIENTO:
WHAT WE DO TRY TO EAT
Greens (rich in iron). It is proven that radicchio, spinach, chard, arugula, Brussels sprouts and other vegetables "dark" provide iron and it benefits the hair growth and fortification. NOTE: vetegales Eat raw in salads with lemon, it oxidizes the iron in plant so that the body can use it most.
Red meat: the extent possible and not stuffed baked to remove the fat (see table opposite). Both the meat proteins and iron from green leafy pillars Encompasses two elements in the hair healthy.
Drink plenty of water: 2 liters per day (regardless of liquid meals, tea, soda, etc.)
Skim milk (low fat and calories.)
Foods high in selenium (onions, nuts, garlic, cabbage, cucumbers, pumpkins, apples)
Zinc-rich foods (celery, asparagus, borage, figs, potatoes, eggplant)
Sulfur-rich plants (cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, radishes, endive, radishes, lettuce)
Magnesium-rich plants such as bananas, avocados, chickpeas, lentils, black beans, whole grains (oats, wheat, wheat germ), spinach, broccoli, nuts or dried (almonds, dried figs, raisins).
Plants rich in iron: legumes (peas, beans, black beans, soybeans, lentils), green leafy vegetables (already mentioned) nuts (hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts)
Plants are rich in iodine, legumes (beans or peas), nuts (pistachios, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts), spinach, potatoes, pineapple or strawberries.
Calcium-rich plants are legumes (such as black and white beans, chickpeas, peanuts), green vegetables (like kale, spinach, turnip), nuts (like almonds or dried figs)
Fruits and vegetables in general.
What you should avoid eating:
Fat. Animal fat contributes to hair loss, in addition to general damages the body produces.
If you are a decent carnivore, try to eat well cooked meat, defatted, if possible avoid stews, sausages and salami.
Café. Coffee irritates the nervous system, contributing to daily stress and hair loss. If you want to wake up quicker in the morning, take a healthy lifestyle, exercise, do the Eastern techniques of meditation and relaxation, but avoid caffeine.
Ice Cream, Chocolates and Chips.
2) general neglect their daily hair loss
The use of ponytails, hair that is tied with "tails", "gummy" high-pressure clamps are elements that produce hair demoninada "traction alopecia." Reduce the time that her hair is tied as much as possible.
Hair treatments involving excessive heat, and bathrooms with hot cream and hair drying with hot air, causes damage to the hair follicles and consequent weakening and fall. Avoid where possible the use of dryers, or hold the drying apparatus at a safe distance and move in circles, so that air is not concentrated in one area.
Shampoos that contain high levels of harsh chemicals. The shampoo should be used sparingly, and once a day. Look for best results shampoo that gives your hair, prefer those with PH balence and only use that. Get specialized products for your hair type, and consult your trusted stylist or dermatologist.
Plastic comb teeth close together and pointed, hard brushes. They scrape the scalp while tear the mats. If your hair tends to tangle too, use cream rinse or conditioner, but only at the ends to prevent hair loss.
A hairstyle that requires too much of the comb or hair pulling to be left in this position or this fall favorite. It is much better than the hair fall naturally from the direction it grows.
Dry your hair with violence. Many people use a towel over your wet hair frantically to dry quickly, which is exactly where it is more brittle, and when the pore is enlarged and flabby. This removes hair easily. The best thing is to press the towel on the hair and let it absorb the water without moving on the scalp.
3) temporary causes of hair loss
Having been sick from an infection, flu, and fever are causes cause a certain amount of hair to fall in subsequent months (1-3 months). This type of hair loss corrects itself.
Pregnancy in women produces significant loss of hair. Hair loss during pregnancy and a few months after birth is normal.
Have undergone a risk, daily stress or due to a significant event in our lives, can cause hair to fall in subsequent months (1-3 months).
Chemotherapy treatment of hair loss occurs almost immediately, although it recovers the hair to such treatment.
4) General causes of hair fall
Thyroid disease. Both an underactive thyroid gland or overactive, often causes hair loss. This anomaly is diagnosed through clinical symptoms, more laboratory tests and should be treated with remedies. Violence is normal hair loss in severe cases.
Iron deficiency, Iron or collagen in the body, or iron deficiency anemia, hair loss occurs in both men and women, but tends to occur primarily in women following prolonged menstrual periods and / or heavy loss. Corrected with a good diet rich in iron.
