Gray Hair, Don't worry: Tips to Follow
In our Charak Sahita it is said that excessive anger, grief and exertions make the body hot and the heat of the body goes up towards head and this heat pollutes the body and its results in graying of hair.
Most of the people think that graying hair is the sign of aging but most of the people also get early gray hair and that is the most disturbing thing and then they color or dye their hair. Graying of hair is the loss or lack of normal pigments that is called melanin. Once the melanin is reduced the hair become gray .In some people grayness of hair appears suddenly while in others it is gradual. Sometimes it affects only a small part or become more or less and this change noted is progressive or permanent. In most people it starts from head, near forehead and then the beard. Sometimes graying of hair is noted sudden and this may be due to unhealthy mental condition, deficiency of nutrition, anxiety, panic and sorrow.
In some people few patches of hair shown as grey and this condition is called Ringed hair’.
Premature graying of hair may be genetic or acquired. In Ayurveda the condition of graying hair is called pilitya and mentioned its reasons like anger and mental stress.
Gray hair in children
Generally we got worried when we see child turns gray hair but one or two gray hair is not to be worried about but if it is turning in gray continuously then the treatment is essential because it might be related to malnutrition, fever imbalance hormones, poor scalp and genetic and in this case hair products like shampoos, oils and hair tools should be used carefully .
Causes of gray hair
· Graying of hair is also caused by genetic but this effect of gray hair is not found in all the members of the family.
· In some cases, gray hair is caused by sun exposures.
· Smoking can damage and shrink the quality of hair follicles and can increase oxidative stress that can damage melanin.
· Chronic sinsuits and chronic cold are also stated to be reasons for the premature graying hair.
· Even frequent washing of hair from warm water is also caused graying hair but is not confirmed by many dermatologists.
· Graying of hair also can be a symptom of diseases like leucoderma, thyroid, vitiligo and alopecia areata.
· It can also arise from disorder of nervous system.
· In premature gray hair may trigger by many factors like worry, mental distress, trauma, overwork and general disturbance .
· Deficiency of vitamin can lead gray hair but it can be reversed by taking supplements.
Treatment of gray
hair
· The premature gray hair can be controlled by homeopathic medicines if it is not congenital.
· One can change shampoo
· Take multi-vitamins for the same like Vitamin B, B-12, Biotin, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin A.
· Minerals also play essential role like Zinc, Iron, Magnesium, Selenium, Copper.
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you can also do blood test it will definitely help you to
recognise the main cause of it
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Don't use chemicals such as sulfate, silicons, parabens and dyes,
they can deteriorate your condition.
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Smoking can also be a cause of it.
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Cover your head while
going out.
· Don't take too much stress, if possible then you should try yoga for the peace of your mind and body.
· Your body will give you faster results if you take steps that can heal your body from outside and inside. you can take go for healthy smoothy, Amla, Ghee, Ginger and many more.
Home remedies for gray hair
The best care of hair is done with the help of home remedies.
· Coconut oil- Coconut oil has soothing and cooling properties. It improves blood circulation of the scalp, strengthens hair and restores the hair color.
· Ginger- It comes with a variety of antioxidants which can delay premature gray hair and promotes growth. It also helps to increase natural color or pigment of hair.
· Blackstrap molasses- Blackstrap molasses has copper which can turn our gray hair to black hair.
· Amla- It has antioxidants and anti-aging properties which can promote hair growth and help in reversing the effect of premature hair.
· Ghee- It seals moisture in the scalp and promotes healthy hair.
· Amaranth leaves- It has amino acid that is needed for energy production and absorption of calcium
· Wheatgrass juice- It helps in rejuvenating the cells by slowing down the aging process.
· Onion juice- It has antioxidant called catalase that helps in reducing the level of hydrogen peroxide (cause of graying hair).
· Curry leaves- It contains antioxidants and Vitamin B, which helps melanin production. It has also minerals like Selenium, Zinc, Iodine and Iron that helps healthy hair.
· Ashwagandha- Ashwagandha improves the blood circulation that prevents premature hair and can easily use in many forms.
· Bhringraj- Bhringraj is the most recommended one and is used for a very long time.
· Hibiscus Flower- It contains vitamin C, A and Iron
· Natural hair dye- Many people use dye for hiding gray hair but if it is natural then it would be more beneficial for hair though its result is not as effective as chemical dyes and it must be repeated many times.
o Chamomile Tea
o Black Tea
o Heena
o Sage water
o Curry Leaves
o Black Coffee
Homeopathy Treatment
for gray hair
Homeopathy medicine are best for children because they don't have serious side effects and less chemicals but it is always advisable to consult your doctor first before consuming it. Children who are below the age of 10 can take Acidum phos 200 and above the age of 10 years can take Lycopodium 200. It can give you result in a month
Can plucking gray hair cause it to spread?
No, this is a clear myth, gray hair will not spread by plucking it but definitely will damage your roots and later gives you results in thining of hair.
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