Many people find that they are experiencing significant hair loss, losing handfuls of hair every time they wash it. While it is normal to lose a certain amount of hair every day, excessive hair loss should be a cause for concern. Below, we will explore the reasons for frequent hair loss and methods for prevention.
【Causes of Frequent Hair Loss】
1. Poor Nutrition
Hair requires a lot of nutrients, and a lack of regular sleep patterns or a deficiency in diet can lead to a lack of nourishment for the hair.
2. Excessive Mental Stress
When we experience high levels of stress, our bodies produce excessive heat and our blood circulation becomes imbalanced. This can affect the absorption of nutrients by the hair, leading to hair loss over time.
3. Hair Treatments (Perming and Dyeing)
Perming and dyeing hair can cause significant damage. The chemicals used in these treatments can be extremely harmful to the hair, especially to the hair follicles. If the follicles are damaged, hair may not grow back.
4. Overwashing
Frequent washing of the hair can also lead to hair loss, especially for those with dry hair. Dry hair is already fragile, and daily use of shampoo can make the hair very weak and prone to breakage and loss.
【Dietary Methods for Treating Hair Loss】
1. Eat More Vegetables
It is important to regularly consume grains and fruits. If the intake of vegetables is reduced, it can lead to constipation, "dirtying the blood," and affecting the quality of the hair. Hemorrhoids can also accelerate hair loss on the scalp.
2. Increase Iron Intake
People who experience frequent hair loss often have an iron deficiency. Iron-rich foods include soybeans, black beans, eggs, mackerel, shrimp, roasted peanuts, spinach, carp, bananas, carrots, and potatoes.
3. Increase Iodine Intake
The luster of hair is related to the function of the thyroid gland. Supplementing iodine can enhance the secretion function of the thyroid gland, which is beneficial to hair health. Foods rich in iodine include kelp, seaweed, oysters, and other seafood.
4. Increase Vitamin E Intake
Vitamin E can counteract hair aging, promote cell division, and promote hair growth. Foods rich in vitamin E include fresh lettuce, cabbage, black sesame, etc.
【Methods for Preventing Hair Loss】
1. Proper Washing and Combing
It is important to wash and care for the hair according to the characteristics of each season. For example, during the summer and autumn when sweating and sebum secretion are high, the hair is more likely to become dirty, and the washing frequency can be increased to 2-3 times a week. In the winter and spring, the washing frequency can be reduced to 1-2 times a week.
2. Scalp Massage
It is best to massage the scalp for 5-10 minutes every day, as this can promote blood circulation in the scalp and stimulate hair growth.
3. Maintain a Regular Lifestyle
Efforts should be made to overcome and correct negative emotions such as stress, anxiety, and excessive tension, and to ensure an adequate amount of sleep.
4. Maintain a Balanced Diet
Try to limit the consumption of sweets, drinks, fried foods, chocolate, coffee, cream, and other fatty foods. This can reduce excessive sebum secretion and improve the effectiveness of hair loss prevention.
