There are many myths concerning hair loss, and why or how it happens. Unfortunately, believing these myths can actually contribute to your hair loss because you either take no action to prevent hair loss, or you take the wrong preventative measures based on the myths that you believe.
For example, if you believe the myth that your own hair loss or growth is inherited from your mother’s side, and the people on your mother’s side have nice heads of hair, you may not take any preventative actions at all to prevent hair loss. Baldness can be genetic, but it can come from either side of your family.
People also believe that using many hair products causes hair loss. Again, this is not necessarily true. There are products that are very harsh on the hair, but in terms of caring for your hair, excessive brushing can cause hair loss and certain hair styles can cause hair loss. Coloring or blow drying does not cause hair loss. Normal brushing is safe as well – and you can wear all of the hats that you want, without worrying, as long as the hats are not too tight.
While over washing the hair can cause it to become dry and brittle, washing your hair often does not cause hair loss. Spending a great deal of time in the sun doesn’t cause hair loss either.
Then, you must look at those things that do cause hair loss, which many people fail to believe. For example, stress really can cause hair loss, as can poor nutrition. However, in both instances, with simple lifestyle changes, the hair will grow back without additional treatment, and the rate of the hair loss will return to normal levels. Hormone imbalances really can cause hair loss, and certain types of drugs or medications will also contribute to hair loss, such as steroids or chemotherapy.
In terms of myths concerning hair growth, standing on your head to increase blood flow to the scalp does not help to prevent hair loss or to promote hair growth. Cutting or trimming your hair at certain intervals does nothing to promote hair growth either – your hair will continue to grow without a regular trim, unless there is something else preventing it.
If you are concerned about hair loss, the smart thing to do is to ignore all of the hype and myths and talk to your doctor. Your doctor will be able to tell you about your own potential for baldness or hair loss, as well as how you can slow the hair loss process or prevent it altogether.
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