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Can My Doctor Stop Hair Loss?

Friday, May 18th, 2012

Even if your doctor or dermatologist is not a hair loss specialist, they may be able to help you understand the cause of your hair loss. Your doctor will most likely ask you questions about any changes to your diet, medications you are taking, and will be able to run any tests for other underlying [...]

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Can Drinking Wine Cause Hair Loss?

Thursday, May 17th, 2012

Having an occasional glass of wine isn’t going to stop your hair from growing or cause balding. However studies have suggested that excessive alcohol consumption has been known to lead to hair loss, the way it would cause detriments to your overall health. Alcohol consumed in large quantities may increase levels of estrogen in both [...]

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How Can I Stimulate Hair Growth?

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012

Many myths about stimulating hair growth exist including: standing on your head, massages, exercise and special oil. Although some of these may appear to help hair growth, there are only a few options to truly stimulate the hair follicle to regrow. These known and proven treatment options include topical treatments, propecia, and the Bosley LaserComb. [...]

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What’s the Cause of Hair Loss in Women under the Age of 30?

Tuesday, May 15th, 2012

Women under the age of 30 can experience hair loss for a variety of reasons including: diet, life changes, stress, medical conditions, and genetic predisposition. For most women under 30, hair loss is most likely due to stress or other life changes such as pregnancy which impact hormones and hair growth.  Many women may also [...]

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Which Over-the-Counter Medications Cause Hair Loss?

Monday, May 14th, 2012

Many over-the-counter (OTC) medications list their various side effects on the bottle. But did you know that some OTC medications may list hair loss as one of those side effects?  Below is a list of common medications you might find in  your medicine cabinet: ●       Vitamin A ●       Ibuprofin ●       Lamisil ●       Zantac ●       Naproxen [...]

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Can Weight Gain Cause Hair Loss?

Monday, May 14th, 2012

Weight gain may not directly be causing your hair loss, but it’s possible that what is causing your weight gain, especially if significant or drastic, is the underlying problem. Weight gain can be caused by a number of factors including medical issues and diet. Hair loss is a side effect of many medical conditions and [...]

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Can the Keratin Hair Treatment Cause Hair Loss?

Friday, May 11th, 2012

The Keratin Hair Treatment is a popular method of straightening frizzy and curly hair. It’s considered a natural method of hair straightening since no harsh chemicals are used. However, customers who have done the treatment reported heavy hair loss as a side effect. During treatment, the keratin is applied on the hair, followed by a [...]

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Can Coconut Oil Promote Hair Growth?

Thursday, May 10th, 2012

Coconut oil has been popularly believed to stimulate hair follicles and promote healthy hair since ancient times. Coconut oil is rich in fatty acids and can provide the much needed moisture to the scalp which is crucial for the growth of healthy hair. The oil can nourish each strand by penetrating deep into the hair [...]

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Can the Standard American Diet Cause Hair Loss?

Wednesday, May 9th, 2012

The Standard American Diet can play a role in hair loss. Previous studies have shown that the typical American diet is high fat, high animal protein, high-salt, and low in vitamins. Sticking to this diet can seriously damage your kidneys and create acidic blood, therefore leading to hair loss. Vitamin deficiency is another cause of [...]

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Can Vinegar Really Treat Hair Loss?

Wednesday, May 9th, 2012

Vinegar is a common home remedy and some people believe that using it topically will prevent and treat their hair loss. Unfortunately, little research has been done on the effects of vinegar on hair loss. Hair loss can be caused by several conditions and the only FDA approved hair loss medications out there are Propecia [...]

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