How to Have Thicker Hair & Prevent Hair Loss for Women: Hum Nutrition

Hum Nutrition and Dr. Green discuss the causes of hair loss in Women, which often is the cause of biological and hormonal shifts. “Estrogen and progesterone are two [female] hormones that work to keep hair in the resting stage and prevent it from moving to the shedding stage,” Dr. Green explains in the article “As women age and undergo menopause, these hormone levels drop, leading to short growth phases and thinner hair.”

Dr. Green works with many patients on women’s hair loss, often finding that imbalanced hormones and genetics are among the key causes of hair thinning in women and men alike. It can also happen due to changes in birth control, menopause, post-pregnancy and thyroid conditions too.

To combat this, some key steps include a healthy diet, better scalp care such as the right shampoos and ingredients to avoid inflammation, as well as a look at medications that can help stop or slow down hair thinning such as Minoxidil (aka Rogaine), Propecia (finasteride), Dutasteride and more, along with Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments where “a sample of blood is taken from the patient and spun down to remove the PRP rich in growth factors and proteins necessary for promoting tissue regeneration and healing in hair follicles,” Dr. Green explains. “The PRP is then injected back into the patient’s scalp to thicken hair, reduce shedding, and increase hair growth.” Each person is different though and it’s best to consult with a dermatologist to see which may be the best option for you.

Read more at https://www.humnutrition.com/blog/how-normal-is-hair-thinning-plus-4-tips-for-thicker-healthier-strands/