You have just woken up from a restful sleep, having had a pleasant dream. But when you take a quick peek at the mirror, the reflection that stares back at you feels like a nightmare: Where there was once a lush black field of smooth hair now lies a barren field. You instinctively pat your head to check whether it is really you and not a long lost twin brother. One thought rings loud in your head, Where did all the hair go?
Why Men Lose Hair – What Really Matters
When you were younger, your crown of hair was nothing short of a best friend. You styled it, flaunted it, and it was part of your a game to woo the opposite sex. Today you are left with barely a few strands that even your comb would feel insulted to touch. What happened?
Genetics matter. If your father has long ditched the comb, the same fate could befall you. But it is is only part of the story. There are other factors such as stress and anxiety that play a major part too. You may not realise it but the more late nights you spend at the office, the more your boss appears in your dreams, the more your hair is affected. Hair loss is one side effect, premature greying the other.
Diet matters too. What you eat or don’t eat has an impact on whether the comb is impressed by what it sees. In our morning rush to reach work on time, we often skip having a nutritious breakfast – one of the most important meals of the day.
You Matter – How To Prevent Hair Loss
Cheer up. It’s not all doom and gloom. The good news is that you can take concrete steps to minimize or even avoid a shining, bald pate. Here are three simple things you can do
1) Sleep Matters To Prevent Hair Loss
Sounds so simple, but it remains one of the hardest lifestyle choices to maintain in our modern, 24/7 age. A good night’s sleep can do wonders for your hair. The reason being that your body repairs itself, hair follicles included, when you get the required 7-9 hours of shut-eye every night. Make it your priority because it matters to your hair.
2) Protein Matters To Prevent Hair Loss
You are what you eat and so is your hair. Protein is the building block of your body and your hair. Ensure that you get enough of it in your diet. Eggs are one of the richest protein sources, or you can include soy products in your diet for lush, shiny hair.
3) Oil Matters To Prevent Hair Loss
Hair oil, especially if it contains biotin, will stimulate your scalp. In other words, it will promote hair growth. The simple, quick head massage with hair oil every morning can work miracles if your hair is fading as fast as the 90s action hero.
Your Hair Is In Your Hands
If genetics is the main factor (or villain) behind your hair loss, think of stress, anxiety, and diet as the contributing factors (or evil henchmen) that can cause further damage to your precious crown. You may not be able to do much about your genetics, but you can certainly control your stress levels, your anxiety levels, and your diet. Getting enough sleep, eating a protein-rich diet, and a morning massage can go a long way in combating hair loss. Your hair will thank you for your efforts by bringing a new shine to your most precious crown.
