Hair loss at a young age, even without a family history of baldness, can be concerning, but it’s not uncommon. In the Siddha-Ayurvedic tradition, hair health is deeply connected to your body’s dosha balance, particularly with Pitta dosha. Pitta governs metabolism and transformation in the body, including hair health. Excess Pitta, often aggravated by stress, poor diet, and lifestyle, can lead to issues like hair loss.
Stress indeed impacts hair significantly. It can disrupt hormonal balance and increase Pitta dosha, causing more hair fall. Nutrition also plays a pivotal role; inadequate intake can weaken the hair’s roots by affecting the sapta dhatus, particularly rasa (nutritional fluid) and rakta (blood). This can result in hair loss or thinning.
To address this in a natural way, you can start by incorporating cooling and calming practices into your routine. Regular oil massages to the scalp with coconut oil or bhringraj oil can help pacify Pitta and improve blood circulation to hair follicles. You can perform this 2-3 times a week. Additionally, aloe vera gel applied to the scalp weekly can be soothing and nourishing.
Dietarily, try to incorporate foods that are cooling and nutrient-rich like cucumbers, melons, and greens, which balance Pitta and support hair growth. Even if you’re short on time, quick snacks like a handful of almonds or dried figs can fortify hair health.
For stress, simple breathing exercises or pranayama can help calm mind and body, reducing the impact of stress on hair. Just 10 minutes a day can be beneficial.
Finally, it’s important to monitor the situation. If hair loss seems severe or accompanied by other symptoms, do revisit a healthcare professional to rule out any underlying conditions that might require attention. Balancing lifestyle, diet, and stress management is key to regaining healthy hair naturally.
