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How to stop hair fall - #20380

Zarish
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I'm suffering from hair fall due to PCOS pls guide me how to control it ? ..........................................................................My hair become very dull and thin ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ .....

Age: 27
Chronic illnesses: PCOS
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Amla (Indian Gooseberry) + Brahmi + Bhringraj Powder – Take ½ tsp daily with warm water to nourish hair from within. Ashwagandha -1/2 tsp with warm milk at night Triphala (½ tsp at bedtime) Bringraj hair oil massage, weekly twice. Curry Leaves (Kadi Patta) Juice or Powder –take with buttermilk or warm water. Eat black sesame seeds + jaggery (1 tsp daily). Drink fresh Amla juice or consume raw Amla daily. Include ghee, soaked almonds, walnuts, dates, and coconut in your diet. Avoid spicy, fermented, and processed foods, as they worsen Pitta. Henna + Indigo Powder – Natural remedy for greying (if you want to darken the hair naturally). Rinse hair with black tea or curry leaf water.

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Take medication for PCOS Start doing yoga start with simple Surya namaskar 5 cycle daily gradually increase the number of Surya namaskar cycle Start walking daily atleast 5000steps and gradually increase the number of steps Avoid sugar and sugar processed food, maida, fried food, bekary food Do head massage with malatyadi taila twice a week

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Take M2 tone 1-0-1 Amla juice 10ml twice daily before food with water Aloevera juice 10ml twice daily before food with water Brahmi+Amla oil for Massage on scalp twice weekly

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Understanding that PCOS can disrupt the balance of hormones is crucial, and hair fall associated with it is often due to elevated levels of androgens. In Ayurveda, this is seen as an imbalance of your doshas, typically involving excess Pitta and often Vata disturbance, leading to issues like hair thinning and dullness. Let’s focus on a few actionable steps to help alleviate hair fall.

First, ayurvedic herbs can be particularly beneficial. Consider using Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), popularly known as the “king of herbs” for hair and a proven remedy for hair loss. Prepare a paste with bhringraj powder and water, and apply it directly to your scalp. Leave it for about 30-45 minutes before washing it off. You might do this 2-3 times a week.

Next, adding cooling foods to your diet can help balance Pitta. Think cucumbers, coconut water, and aloe vera. They calm the heat that can accelerate hair issues. Avoid spicy and fried foods which can further aggravate Pitta. Also, incorporate Trikatu churna which encourages digestion and supports hormonal balance – take one teaspoon with honey daily after meals.

Essential oil massages, such as with coconut or sesame oil, are not only calming but stimulate blood circulation. Warm some oil, add a few drops of rosemary essential oil, and consult a massage therapist or do it gently yourself—apply it before bed three times a week washing it out in the morning.

Practicing stress-reducing activities, like yoga or meditation, will help maintain dosha balance. Try poses that enhance blood flow to the scalp, such as the “Adho Mukha Svanasana” or downward-facing dog. Ten minutes of daily practice could make a notable difference.

It’s important to address your overall lifestyle. Regular sleep, staying hydrated, and avoiding synthetic hair treatments can significantly lessen hair fall. Make sure you are also consulting with a healthcare provider for your PCOS symptoms and management. Combining Ayurveda with any ongoing treatments can offer an integrative approach to your health issue.

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