To strengthen hair follicles and improve your overall hair health, Ayurveda offers a holistic approach rooted in balancing your body’s doshas—especially focusing on pitta and vata, which, when out of balance, can affect hair strength. Start by incorporating a few practices and remedies into your daily routine.
1. Diet and Nutrition: Eating a diet that’s rich in proteins and essential fatty acids is key. Include foods like almonds, walnuts, sesame seeds, and legumes. Try to incorporate green leafy vegetables and carrots to support the production of rasa and asthi dhatus, which are crucial for healthy hair. Avoid excessive caffeine and fried foods as they may aggravate pitta dosha.
2. Herbal Support: Bhringaraj, commonly known as ‘the ruler of hair’, is very effective. You can use bhringaraj oil topically on your scalp and also consider taking it in powder form, mixed with water or milk. Amla (Indian gooseberry) is another excellent herb that strengthens hair and purifies the blood, ensuring nutrients reach your scalp.
3. Oil Massage: Continue with regular warm oil massages. Preferably use oils like coconut oil, sesame oil, or a specially prepared brahmi oil. Massage gently into your scalp to increase blood circulation and to nourish the follicles. Do this twice a week, leaving the oil overnight if possible.
4. Stress Management: As stress can exacerbate hair problems, incorporating daily pranayama (breathing exercises) or meditation can stabilize your mind and restore hormonal balance, indirectly improving hair health.
5. Hydration and Rest: Ensure you’re drinking enough water and getting quality sleep, as this supports overall bodily functions, including hair growth.
In your case, given there’s noticeable patchiness, I’d suggest consulting a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner. They can provide personalized advice or check if there’s more complexity, such as a deeper pitta imbalance or aggravated vata that needs addressing. Ensuring the root cause is identified is fundamental in restoring full hair health.
