graying hair
Hair is one of the first parts of the head to attract attention, and its beauty is one of the traits of beauty, and the problem of white hair is one of the challenges of hair, and it is important to know that the white color is the original color of the hair, but the colors that we see on the hair are the colors of melanin, which is produced by the hair follicle, However, this follicle may be exposed to some problems, which make it incapable of producing melanin, the hair color, so what are the reasons for the appearance of white hair, what are the ways to prevent it, and what are the ways to treat it?
Causes of white hair
- Exposure to psychological problems, disorders and pressures resulting from life and work problems.
- If the family history includes first-degree relatives, they suffered from the early appearance of white hair, meaning that genetic factors are an important and major cause of the appearance of white hair.
- Low level of vitamin B12 in the body, as the lack of this vitamin is a major cause of the appearance of white hair, and foods rich in vitamin B12 are tuna, eggs, cheese and meat.
- Poor diet and its lack of zinc and sulfur, which are important in nourishing hair, in addition to a lack of amino acids from the body, and foods rich in amino acids, liver, and tahini.
- Adopting wrong and unhealthy behavior, such as drinking alcohol and smoking.
- Excessive intake of certain foods and drinks, such as coffee and tea, and eating foods saturated with oils and spices.
- Exposure to trauma, whether emotional trauma, or intense fear.
- Exposure to pesticides and chemicals that enter our bodies by eating fruits and vegetables sprayed with these substances.
- Exposing hair excessively to blowdryers, excessive use of shampoos, as well as frequent use of hair straightening creams weakens hair, and hair gradually loses its color.
Prevention of the appearance of white hair
- Walking on green grass with bare feet early in the morning contributes to delaying the appearance of white hair.
- Eat plenty of lettuce and carrots, as well as drink plenty of fresh juices, but it is better to eat fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Make sure to take plenty of vitamins, especially vitamin B12.
- Eat reasonable amounts of iodine, and fish and bananas are among the most iodine-rich foods, and it is possible to obtain greater amounts of iodine by replacing regular salt with iodine-rich salt.
- Massage the head with a mixture of coconut oil and almond oil, and it is better to massage intensively.
- high intake of minerals, especially copper; Because it helps the hair to maintain its natural color, and among the foods rich in copper are green beans, tomatoes, broccoli, and spinach.
- Massage the scalp with aloe vera extracts.
- Stimulating the production of melanin in the body by massaging the scalp with Indian amla fruit.
- Preserving melanin through the use of natural henna.
