A diet rich in iron, iodine and zinc prevents hair loss.
The alopecia is a common problem in men, but each day is also more common in women. The bald , as is popularly known, is the hair without causing renewed, so that the scalp becomes totally or partially deprived of it. There are many factors that can trigger the disorder, the most common are:
• Genetic inheritance: It is the most common cause of alopecia in men, in fact, nearly 80 percent of sufferers have a family history.
• Hormonal disorders: They are more common in women, often lose a variable amount of hair in times such as pregnancy or menopause.
• Psychological causes: Stress, depression and anxiety give rise, above all, to alopecia areata, recognizable because it comes in the form of plates, usually round or oval, in the scalp.
• Chemicals: The use of shampoos and dyes her hair makes inadequate becomes increasingly weak.
• Eating disorders such as anemia or anorexia.
As for treatment, it is necessary to conduct a preliminary study of the hair to determine the causes and use the appropriate method. However, some simple tips will come in handy to keep your scalp healthy:
• Wash your head at least once a week and do it with neutral products according to your hair type. Massage with fingertips and circular motion to stimulate the circulation.
• Brush gently and using a brush or comb rounded tips.
• Never rub wet hair with a towel, just wrap him in it and press lightly to remove excess moisture.
• The heat dries out the hair, so ignores the dryer whenever possible.
• Follow a diet rich in protein (red meat, dairy products), iron (lentils, liver, brewer's yeast), zinc (nuts, egg yolk), iodine (fish and seafood), calcium (dairy, sardines) and magnesium (cereals and green leafy vegetables).