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How to reverse grey hair and reduce hairfall
Skin and Hair Disorders
Question #24435
293 days ago
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How to reverse grey hair and reduce hairfall - #24435

Trupti Tanaya Mishra
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I have been suffering from premature greying and hairfall since I am 16 yrs old. Till now after 9 yrs to this my 70% hair has been turned white.so plz help me in reversing grey hair. Even I tried eating healthy, eating nuts, seeds, biotin supplements. But nothing has worked.

Age: 25
Chronic illnesses: No
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Its sad that at age of 16 you are having gray hairing- Bhringraj Capsules 1 capsule twice daily Rejuvenates liver & hair roots Amla Powder or Capsule 1 tsp with water Keshya Rasayan (Baidyanath or similar) 1 tab twice daily Ashwagandha Churna 1/2 tsp at night with milk Reduces stress-induced greying Topical/Oil Treatment

Use 2–3 times/week, preferably overnight:

Oil Use Brand Suggestions

Neeli Bringadi Thailam Warm and apply on scalp Kama Ayurveda, Blue Nectar Bhringraj Oil (with amla + sesame) Alternate with above Baidyanath, Indulekha DIY Add-on: Add few drops of onion juice to oil once a week Catalase booster Homemade

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Please Check your Vit.D and vit B12

1.Trichup capsule 1-0-1after food 2.Narasimha rasayana 1tsp at bedtime followed by warm milk 3.Prapoundarikadi taila for head - 1hour before bath/weekly 2-3times

Follow this for 3months continues Meanwhile if your Vit.D & vit B12 is low, please start supplements after consultating an Allopathic physician.

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Amlaki rasayana- 1 tsp with warm water at morning Bringaraja taila - Scalp massage 1 hour before head bath Curry leaves methi seeds onion boil in coconut oil filter and apply weekly twice

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Don’t worry 😊

💠 Avoid stress, alcohol, smoking

💠 Avoid food which aggravates vata pitta like deep fried chips, junk foods

💠 Avoid salty, sour, alkaline, hot , spicy, food items

💠 Avoid excess exposure to hot environment, day sleep

💠 Intake wheat, grapes, dates, pomegranate, gooseberry, cashew nuts.

💠 Take green leafy vegetables, dried grapes, amalaki.

💠 Do regular exercise, pranayama, meditation, yoga

💊 Medicines

1. Kumaryaasavam - 10 ml + Dhatryaarishtam- 10 ml Total 20 ml morning and night after food

2. Mahathikthakam ghrtam - 20 gm at bed time with warm water/ milk.

3.mandura vatakam 2 - 0 - 2 after food

4. yashtimadhu choornam - 3 gm with warm water morning and night after food

In later phase - after 3 weeks

1. Narasimharasayanam - 1 tspn with milk at bed time

2. Dhatriloham gulika 2 - 0 - 2 after food

3. Bringarajasavam - 20 ml morning and night after food

Externally

1. Triphaladi kera thailam - apply

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Premature greying and hairfall are often linked to imbalances in the doshas, particularly Pitta dosha, and can be influenced by factors such as stress, diet, and lifestyle. While Ayurveda offers many remedies, it’s important to understand that reversing the process of greying may not be entirely possible, especially if it has advanced significantly. However, you can slow it down and encourage healthier hair growth.

To start addressing these issues, ensure that you are managing stress effectively, as stress is a known aggravator of Pitta dosha. Practice mindfulness or yoga regularly to help stabilize emotional wellbeing.

For your diet, focus on Pitta-pacifying foods, including a lot of fresh vegetables and sweet, cooling fruits like melons and pears. Avoid spicy, fried, and overly salty foods, which can aggravate Pitta. Integrate more ghee and coconut oil into your diet, as they are calming for Pitta and nourishing for the hair.

A very effective Ayurvedic remedy for hair health is Amla (Indian Gooseberry). It can be consumed in the form of juice or powder (about 1 tsp daily with warm water) and applied as an oil or paste for the scalp.

Another important remedy is Bhringraj oil, which is extremely nourishing for the hair. You can warm a small amount of bhringraj oil and massage it into your scalp once or twice a week, leaving it on for about an hour before washing.

Triphala is a traditional Ayurvedic formulation that can balance the doshas and support healthy digestion, ultimately affecting hair health. You can take Triphala churna around 1/2 to 1 teaspoon with warm water at bedtime.

Maintain a digestive fire or ‘Agni’ by avoiding cold and leftover foods. Opt for freshly prepared meals that are easier to digest.

Finally, incorporate regular sleep and exercise into your routine – aim for 7-8 hours of sleep and find an exercise that you enjoy, such as brisk walking or swimming, to improve circulation, which benefits hair growth.

Consulting with an Ayurvedic practitioner for personalized treatment can further tailor these recommendations to your unique constitution or Prakriti, enhancing effectiveness.

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