Baldness

Baldness occurs in both men and women, and, cases other than temporary treatment related hair loss such as chemotherapy, baldness is known to be genetic.

According to the rules of genetics, if your mother’s father (your maternal grandfather) was bald, there is a 90% chance that you will be genetically predisposed to baldness. 

Constantly wearing hats, caps, hard hats, etc. is an external cause of hair loss.

The most prevalent and important cause of hair loss is inadequate nutrition. 

Those who lack vitamin B-12 and lack sufficient folic acid in their diets, lose their hair.  A sufficient intake of vitamin B-12 and folic acid has been proven to regrow hair.

Baldness has also been linked to anxiety, chronic stress, worry, and chronic illnesses such as typhoid, syphilis, chronic colds, bronchitis, influenza, and anemia. 

Poor hygiene causes the condition of the scalp to weaken and block the hair roots, because they are blocked with oil and/or dirt.

Over The Counter and Prescription Remedies:

Many over the counter remedies such as Rogaine, Avacor, Procerin, and Provillus have helped men and women regrow hair, and programs such as “Hair Club for Men” and "Hair Club for Women", have shown results in treating baldness.

Home Remedies for Curing Baldness:

Amla Oil:

A vigorous rubbing of the scalp with the fingers after washing hair in cold water; is according to some, the most effective home remedy for prevention of baldness. 

It is believed that rubbing until the scalp begins to tingle with heat, activates sebaceous glands, increases blood circulation, and makes the hair grow healthy.

Amla oil, made by boiling dry pieces of amla in coconut oil, is said to promote hair growth. A mixture of equal quantities of fresh amla and lime juice, used as a shampoo, is believed to stimulate hair growth and prevent hair loss.

Good Nutrition:

Essential nutrients, and a good, well-balanced diet, contribute to the lack of hair loss in many. 

Poor nutrition causes hair loss, because the body simply does not have the fuel it needs to maintain health and appearance. 

Diets rich in liberal quantities of seeds, nuts, grains, vegetables, and fruits, supplemented with milk, vegetable oils, honey, wheat germ, yeast, and liver, are especially beneficial in preventing hair loss due to poor nutrition.