http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/hair_loss.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/hair_loss.rss Hair Loss Remedies from the Earth Clinic Community of Natural Cures. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:51:41 EST en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=RN_34585 /CURES/hair_loss.rss1 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:45:25 EST [QUESTION] Celteyes from Pearland, Texas writes: "I was wondering if anyone has had any luck with regrowing hair after chemotherapy. Before I knew anything about natural medicine I went thru chemo and radiation for breast cancer. Before treatment I had thick shiny straight hair but it had body and would hold a curl. The stuff that came back is fine and kind of frizzy. My stylist calls it "angel hair." I even have an almost bald spot in the crown area. The hair on my body never came back. I only have to shave maybe once every couple of months. I keep thinking maybe it is a detox issue. I would really appreciate any info. After all these years I still miss my hair! I am so thankful to have found this site. I love it. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=RN_34124 /CURES/hair_loss.rss2 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:21:37 EDT T.leela from New York, New York writes: "HELP!! I am a 27yr old female suffering from HAIRLOSS. I have seen countless doctors and none of them give me hope. My family all has thick hair including my 65yr old parents. I have been to every specialist and they all give me minoxidil and spironolactone, however neither has helped the regrowth. Below is my most recent biopsy which was VERY painful and my doctors response was "ready for a hair transplant!" Again I am 27 and female and I am desperately seeking help. I am unable to interpret the below and was hoping someone could help. I would give anything to have my hair back to the way it was 5 yrs ago. Thoughts? Advice? Help?!? ____________________ Clinical information 1. 2mm punch. Mid inf. Scalp frontal submitted for DIF, B. 4mm punch mid frontal superior scalp: A, B:/Female pattern hair loss, autoimmune hairloss. 704.00. IDX mc Diagnoses: A. skin, mid inferior scalp frontal, submitted for5 DIF:Ã¥ - Positive lupus band test of IgM isotype Comment (specimen a): There is a fairly striking deposition of IgM along the dermal-epidermal junction and as well there is staining within the epithelium for IgA, IgM and IgG essentially defining a very immunoreactant profile. This profile is not dissimilar to other cases of androgenetic alopecia 2. Skin, mid frontal superior scalp: - Non-scarring alopecia consistent with androgenetic alopecia Comment (specimen b): The findings are those of a fairly advances state of non-scarring alopecia. I would tend to favor a diagnosis of androgenetic alopecia. There is one terminal hair unit however that suggests the possibility of alopecia areata although I do not see frank lymphocyctic bulbitis. I am curious to know if in fact this patent has and clinical features of alopecia areata. If indeed the clinical presentation is more in keeping with common baldness I would interpret the process as an inflammatory immunogenic variant of androgenetic alopecia, especially given the very impressive immunoflurescent profile. We will destain slide B1 (D4-6) to see if we can actually identify any lymphocytes permeating the bulbar epithelium Microscopic description Direct immunofluorescent studies have been performed on specimen A, the results of which are as follows: IgG: There is 1-2/3 fine granular staining of epidermal keratinocytes within the epidermis and hair follicle IgA: There is a fairly intense granular staining in the sebocytes and other root sheath of a hair follicle as well as 1-2/3 fine granular staining of epidermal keratinocytes IgM: There is a continuous band of 3/3 granular staining along the dermal-epidermal junction as well as 3/3 granular staining within the basement membrane zone of the hair follicle C3: significant immunoreactivity is not identified C3d: there is an interrupted band of 1-2/3 fine granular staining along the dermal-epidermal junction and within the follicular basement membrane zone C4d: negative There is an average normal number of anagen hair follicles however they appear shorter and thinner. There is a superficial and mild perivascular and slightly perifolliclar infiltrate predominantly of lymphocytes. PAS stain fails to reveal fungal hyphae or a thickened basement membrane. There are yeasts of Pityrosporum on the epidermal surface " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=BRUSHINGTECHNIQUE_32636 /CURES/hair_loss.rss3 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:49:11 EDT [YEA] Kindee from Southbridge, Massachusetts writes: "I tried this brushing technique for hair loss and noticed a difference within a couple weeks. I really had my doubts, but truthfully I feel that nowadays I have less hairs falling than I ever have. I always had really thick hair which I took for granted but over the past few years it had been shedding at a more and more rapid pace. It began to look thin, and I had a handful of maybe fifteen hairs nearly every time I ran my hand through it. Naturally I was panicked and self conscious at the age of 23, but was reluctant to use certain topical drugs and other unnatural "remedies." Since starting this technique once a day or every other day, along with decreasing my shampooing to two times a week (three max), my hair has looked great! Shiny, full, and I've had several unrelated unsolicited comments from people I know about the difference they noticed. All I do is flip my head over and use a boar's bristle brush over all my hair until it's brushed (sometimes this requires pre-combing if it's knotted), making sure not to put pressure on the scalp, and I can feel the follicles being stimulated. Flip back over, brush it all down, and viola, treatment over. No more clogged drains, no more hairy brush. I also quit eating beef; I wonder if this had anything to do with it? Either way, now I'm grateful for the hairs in my head, even though they're turning gray. Thank you earth clinic." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=HL_31576 /CURES/hair_loss.rss4 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:20:59 EDT [QUESTION] Raja from Brampton, Ontario/canada writes: "Hi, I am 37 years old. I started losing hair at age 20. Lost most of it due to hypothyroidism. Now I eat a well balanced diet and take thyroid medication. I have started seeing little thin hair, but they don't grow more than that. Is there any thing I can use to increase the blood circulation and thicken these thin hair. And will I ever have full head of hair again? Plz. help." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=BIOTIN_31449 /CURES/hair_loss.rss5 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:18:15 EDT [YEA] Leelannee from Sussex, Nj writes: "YEA for biotin (hair loss) YEA for iodine & borax (dandruff) After the birth of my son 15 years ago, I had more hair loss every time I brushed or washed my hair than I had ever had before. I always had long, almost waist-length, thick hair. After the birth, I became so distressed over the thinning, dryness, & split ends that I cut my hair to chin-length. I kept trying to grow it long but every few years "chopped" it again due to split ends. My hair is medium-coarse and never seemed thin to people who cut my hair but I could tell the difference. About a year ago I started taking biotin. I take 5mg per day, and I get a bottle of 300 capsules (10 months' supply) for $12, so this is a very affordable, no fuss remedy! It took a month or two to notice a real difference, but my hair loss became minimal. My hair is now so thick, and has grown past my shoulder blades for the first time in 15 years! Also, there are very few split ends--even though this doesn't make much sense, as only the new growth would be affected by the biotin, but it's true (a few months ago I bought some very sharp scissors and trimmed my split ends, but they haven't come back). And my hair is growing a little faster; it used to grow no more than 1/2 inch per month (I color my hair 3-4 times per year, and occasionally measure) and now it is growing almost 1 inch per month. Another hair problem I had for about 20 years was dandruff. This started when I was 16. I tried many, many supplements, diet changes and topical remedies over the years with no results (except for a liquid zinc treatment for excema--this helped but didn't cure). I eventually tried a dandruff shampoo, which would give me relief for no more than 24 hours. I really didn't want to do this, but if I didn't I would actually get scabs in addition to incessant itching & painful inflammation. A few weeks ago I bought a "liquid kelp" iodine supplement, took a dropperful twice a day in water and within 48 HOURS I had ZERO FLAKES! This is after 20 years of discomfort, self-consciousness, and not being able to wear black or use nicer shampoos! I recently found another supplement that has 150mcg iodine per drop, and I take 2-3 drops per day. About 2-3 weeks after starting the iodine, I had a VERY slight return of the dandruff. But now I am not using dandruff shampoo at all. I shampoo, douse my scalp with a borax solution (1-2 tablespoons in 2 cups of water), let that sit for a couple of minutes, then condition. My scalp is super clean, I can go several days without shampooing (when I had the dandruff I had to shampoo every other day), and my hair seems softer & less frizzy." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=SAWPALMETTO_31188 /CURES/hair_loss.rss6 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:04:37 EDT Melinda from Campbellsville, Ky writes: "Help! Does anyone out there know if it's harmful in any ways for women to take saw palmetto? Thyroid's done a number on my hair. Looking for ways to hopefully get it back. Always thought SP was a men's herb. Any info regarding this would be helpful. Please feel free to email me about it. Thanks!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=TEDSREMEDIES_30711 /CURES/hair_loss.rss7 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:03:44 EDT Luca1979 from Birmingham, Warwickshire, England writes: "Hi there, I have just read Ted's threads as well as all the other people that have contributed to this site. I am a 29 yr old male living in England and for the past several years been suffeeing with hair loss. I put on a brave face and have a bit of a laugh about my hair loss but deep down, it is very frustrating, hurts and a lot of my confidence has gone. i have tried saw palmetto tablets and fenugreek (2 tablets aday each) but I don't think it has made any difference. My hair is thinning from the front and on the top of my head (top is getting worse!). It seems to have got worse in the past year. I don't want to take any drugs for it or undertake surgery. I'd like a natural remedy. There are many remedies on this site and I would like suggestions and advice from 'Ted' (who seems very educated about this area) or any other people who can tell me which supplements to take or what remedies to carryout and how much and when to take it. I just need clear instructions on what to do. There are a lot of remedies here but is making me confused as which one to carryout. Ideally, I'd like to stop hair loss but would be amazing for my hair to grow! This is the first site that has been really useful and replies from sincere people. I am not expecting a magical cure but I am willing to try anything to help my situation. If you can help me in any way or advise me, I would be very grateful indeed. Thanks" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=ACV_28206 /CURES/hair_loss.rss8 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:12:41 EDT Ruddy from London, Canada writes: "Apple cider drink for genetic hair loss: Hi, I have read lots on this website and wondered if you could help me. I have started to use apple cider vinegar as a rinse on my hair and bicarbonate of soda as a shampoo on my hair - should i only use this once a week? I want something i can drink to help cool my system down as my hair loss is apparently due to having too much heat in the body - well they need something to tell me so will acv help to decrease this or what do you recommend me to do? All help welcomed i also have psorasis of the scalp but ACV and BS got rid of this. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=YOGA_26804 /CURES/hair_loss.rss9 Sun, 17 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] SK from New Delhi, India writes: "I have discovered a cure for baldness and hairloss in Indian Yoga named as balayam. "Balayam", like other yoga exercise, is free of cost and sure cure for baldness and hairloss. Look for balayam in google search or youtube. S K" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=TEDSREMEDIES_26668 /CURES/hair_loss.rss10 Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT [QUESTION] Anonymous from Orange County, CA writes: "hey ted, i just recently started using borax to wash my hair. I have very oily hair and have to wash it daily so i was just wondering if it was ok to wash it with borax everyday or should i alternate shampoos. I have an extremely sensitive scalp that is scaly and most shampoos irritate and cause more hair loss. my hair is thinning on the top and i'm hoping the borax and the supplements i take will hault my hair loss and thinning. Any suggestions you may have will be much appreciated. thanks" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=BSMB_26497 /CURES/hair_loss.rss11 Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Guest_Mother from Toronto, Ontario writes: "Load Many thanks to all who are contributing to this great site. I have been using 1 Tbsp of BSM in milk first thing in the morning for past two months,Vitamin b complex for 2-3 weeks and 1 tbsp ACV 2-3 times a week in glass of warm water for hair loss and gray hair problem. I am 29 yrs old breastfeeding mother of a toddler. The remedy seems to work for hair loss as i have much better hair now. Gray hair problem is still there, no effect. But my daughter's front teeth have developed brown streaks. Can this be because of the treatment i am using. I do not want to stop as it is working for my hair loss. Please advise." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=HPVVR_23480 /CURES/hair_loss.rss12 Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Rod from writes: "Ted: Something going on with a mixture of h2o2 and vicks (on skin). heals skin super fast and also speeds up hair growth. i'm trying 10 drops of h2o2 three times a day but getting some constipation. i guess i need more fiber. trying vicks for wrinkles also." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=IODINE_23083 /CURES/hair_loss.rss13 Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Sandra from Gwent, South Wales writes: "30 years ago my son lost his hair through nerves he was only 8 year old at the time, a old lady told me to rub in white iodine every night which i did, within 6 week his hair was so thick, i also had very weak nails the iodine strenghened them, now i am in my 60s my hair is thining out and i need to get some white iodine, please tell me where i can buy white iodine. i cannot buy it in the uk. any one know where i can buy it?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=BIOTIN_22389 /CURES/hair_loss.rss14 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST [QUESTION] Tasha from Los Angeles, CA writes: "Is it true that Biotin can promote fast hair growth?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=COCONUTOIL_21885 /CURES/hair_loss.rss15 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Chris from Army base, USA writes: "Regarding organic virgin cold pressed coconut oil, I internally take 3 tsp daily, as well as oil pull with it, and for skin, it is a great makeup remover as well as facial cleanser and moisturizer. For hair, once a month; I saturate my hair (dry hair) with the oil, then wrap in saran wrap and cover with a warm towel for no less than 2hrs.; then wash normally. It is IMO, one of the better oils to use externally, since it absorbs so quickly, and is less damaging than all those nasty chemicals." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=SESAMEOIL_21830 /CURES/hair_loss.rss16 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Robert from Belvidere, illinois writes: "I've Learned a way that may help in regrowing Hair. Rub Sesame Oil on your head each night before bed then cover with a cap or wrap your head with a towel when you wake in the morning shower using a Herbal shampoo follow up with a final rinse using 1 Tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=LLB_21168 /CURES/hair_loss.rss17 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Terri from Nanaimo, BC Canada writes: "I am just starting to try the ACV this week so will let all know how it works for me. I am writing to let everyone know what has finally worked for me after dealing with thinning hair for 20 years now. My hair has always been very fine, but starting thinning in my mid 20's. My thinning hair has been a source of embarrassment and concern to me for many, many years. Although I eat very healthy, use all natural hair products for the most part and take supplements, nothing has helped. I tried Nioxin which made my hair nice and shiny and healthy but did not stop the hair loss or thinning. My hair loss was so bad that it plugged the bathroom drain and I had to put a snake down the drain to clear it. When I pulled up the snake there were handfulls of hair that had been lost over time. I was really upset at that point and decided to go to the doctor and have complete blood work done thinking that I must be very low in iron. My tests all came back normal although my iron was in the low normal range. I did some reading on this site (stumbled across it) and read a testimonial from one member who said that she had started taking Lysine, biotin and iron pills for her hair loss and she had great results. I bought the biotin 5000mcg, lysine 500mg, but decided to take 1 tablespoon of blackstrap molasses instead of the iron pills (they upset my bowels). After only 1 month I can see any incredible difference already!!!! My hair is thicker, healthier, and is filling in nicely. More importantly it does not seem to be falling out at the same rate it used to. I had almost gotten to the point that I had given up on trying to find a "natural" cure to my hair loss and was ready to consider a hairpiece or transplant when it thinned a little more. I had been struggling with thinning hair and the lack of self confidence that goes with it (you can spend a lot of time trying to cover all the thin spots) for years. Please give this an honest try even if you are fed up with all the things that never worked. It is worth one last try and the supplements are reasonably priced and won't do your body any harm. Good Luck to all!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=ACVBS_20873 /CURES/hair_loss.rss18 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST [NAY] Al from Deerfield Beach, FL writes: "I have been losing hair for almost 3 yrs now. the process is slow though. it began a little bit behind my forehead line. It seemd rare that it began there b/c I've seen the MBP pics and they're not similar. And no one in my family is bald. I'm only 25 yrs old and have alot of hair for most part. I have been taking ACV with baking soda., for a month now. But I still dont see any results. I also put some ACV on my head but dont see much difference. Although the ACV did help with the dryness of the bottom of my feet. The bottom of my feet are smooth now. Can you help me out?? I'm really desperate." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=OLIVEOIL_20880 /CURES/hair_loss.rss19 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Faris from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia writes: "Hi, This is with regards to my hair loss problem. I am facing alopecia this problem since 10 years without any success treating the same. I have used all kinda oils, medicines. The only product that has given me immediate relief is Olive Oil. Mind you , it should be Extra Virgin Olive Oil (First cold press). The other ones dont work so good. I apply a tablespoon of olive oil all over the scalp and hair and leave it at night and shampoo the next morning with mild shampoo. (The shampoo should not be harsh or which causes hair falls). Right after the first application, my hair loss the next day reduced and after a few days application it has reduced significantly. Now I hope i get back all my hair...And hope this information helps those who are desperately in need of the same. Regards Faris Kadri" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=SCO_19978 /CURES/hair_loss.rss20 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Dan from Bullhead City, Arizona writes: "I have found that taking Selenium nearly completely stopped my hair loss. With Organic Virgin Coconut Oil, I saw a little hair re-growth - not to mention a fantastic improvement in my overall skin and scalp health. Mine is typical male pattern baldness, but it started when I was only 16 after a tough bout with Walking Pneumonia. I'm now 39 years old. Hair loss began early with me, most likely by way of an internal systemic fungal infestation that was allowed to flourish in the wake of the heavy antibiotics I was given for Pneumonia. Read Ted From Thailand's comments on hair loss and causes. You need to detox and get heavy metals out of your body first, then treat with natural anti-fungal remedies and supplements. When taking 400mcg of Selenium and two to four tablespoons of Organic Virgin Coconut (internally) each day, I saw some very modest hair regrowth. Just some; not a lot. I also was taking as many tablets of Acidophilus as I could to fight fungus in the body, since I don't think there's a way to overdose on Acidophilus. Consistency is the key. I am not as consistent as I need to be, unfortunately. To see real results, I have to take the Selenium and Coconut Oil each and every day. Scalp itching is part of my hair loss, and treating itching topically with coconut oil helps a lot. It is my hunch that if you have dandruff, acne, hair loss, brittle hair, flakes in your eyebrows and crust around your nose or in your ears, you probably have a fungal infection. Again, read Ted From Thailand's recommendations." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=CD_19754 /CURES/hair_loss.rss21 Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST Lee from Birmingham, AL writes: "Hair Loss Degreaser: It is known that DHT is the major culprit of male pattern baldness. DHT is in present in oil on the scalp. I have heard that colloidal degreasers (the kind used to clean grills),which are environmentally safe and non-toxic, can grow hair. Has anyone else heard of this?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=SHUWUPIAN_18325 /CURES/hair_loss.rss22 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Mohamed from Denver, Colorado writes: "I started losing my hair when i was about 18 .i t became a natural thing after a while , i was introduced to Shu Wu Pian which is a chinese herbal supplement .after taking regularly for a few weeks i noticed that the hair lose completly stopped and all the gray hair went away, told my dad about it and he had the same result . Shu Wu Pian can be found at any asian market .Oh did i mention it makes you feel very young as well :)) good luck !!!!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=HT_18296 /CURES/hair_loss.rss23 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Mike from Sofia, Bulgaria writes: "I have to say I am surprised nobody has mentioned hair transplantation. All the remedies above are fine but I don't see many MEN who had a total regrowth of hair. I lost a large portion of my hair by the time I was 38. I had a transplant of about 5800 hairs from the back of my head to the top. Now I have a full head of hair and don't need to worry about it anymore. It's been an amazing boost to my self confidence. If you have the money, do your research on the forums and find a top surgeon. WARNING: There are many bad surgeons out there. A bad transplant is worse than no transplant as you can end up with a bad result and a nasty scar - so do your research!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=EMU_16883 /CURES/hair_loss.rss24 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Maiya from San Francisco, California writes: "I am a female, 53 yrs old. Three months ago my hair started falling out. My scalp was burning and I had red patches and itching. I had numerous blood tests done, but all the blood tests came out normal. I believe the hair loss and scalp problems were caused by an allergic reaction to Prozac, so I went off the Prozac immedietly (It takes 4 to 6 weeks for Prozac to leave the system). But I needed something that would stop the hair loss and scalp pain fast. I tried switching shampoos and using other OTC products, but nothing would help. I lost half my hair. Then I read an article about Emu Oil for hair loss. I started using it on my scalp and got immediate results. The burning and itching stopped within 2 days and my hair stopped falling out. After using it for only 1 week, I noticed new hair coming in. I would highly recommend Emu Oil to anyone with scalp problems." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/hair_loss.html&name=CV_15108 /CURES/hair_loss.rss25 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Aine from Melbourne, Australia writes: "re: female hair loss: Hi all i have been suffering hair loss for quite some time and in some parts you could see my scalp, for 3wks now i have been mixing cayenne pepper and vodka together in a jar and massage in to my scalp it is very messy and don't get it in your eyes as it stings, i cannot get over in the short time i have been using it that i have new hair growing i am so excitied over it and shall keep use up to date on how its goin but so far its great. I use cayenne from supermarket mix it up the way you like it i put half cayenne in and half cup vodka then mix it up massage it in then i usually massage more cayenne just by its self your scalp should be tingling and quiet hot after that i put bit glad wrap over hair and put a woolen cap on take it of before you go to bed and put a towel around your pillow as it is messy in the mornin before i wash my hair i rub alot of it out then wash it do keep eyes closed. I do believe this as it is workin on me just to see new hair growin is amazing i am so happy give it a try and would love to hear if it works for others. goodluck. cheers."