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Sep
16

Asthma is a chronic lung disease that leads to inflammation and obstruction in the airways and causes symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. Hundreds of thousands of people are killed by this disease worldwide each year and children are particularly at risk. Let’s have a brief look at some of the causes of asthma.

Tobacco smoke is one of the environmental causes of asthma and is one of the major reasons for death occurring due to wheezing, respiratory infections, and asthma. Parents, especially mothers, who are smokers are not just damaging their own lungs but also increasing the risk of asthma in their children.

If you are an asthma sufferer, you are most likely an allergy sufferer too. Antibodies in the blood are triggered due to allergic reactions which cause inflammation in the airways and asthma. There are various allergens in the environment that can trigger these allergic reactions.

People spend much of their time indoors and there are various biological allergens present inside the house. These include dust mites which are tiny animals that live in house dust. Dust mites are found in all houses; however, some houses have huge numbers of these insects. Besides cleanliness, the amount of moisture present indoors is a major reason for their presence. They are also found more often in temperate climates and normal altitudes. Dust mites eat the dust from our skin and then leave droppings which contain left-over enzymes used to digest the skin dust. These enzymes are the main triggers of asthma and allergic diseases.

If you have pets in the house, you are constantly exposed to animal dander and hair. Proteins in skin flakes, urine, feces, saliva, and hair of animals, especially cats, are tiny particles that float in the air and land on any body part that can come in contact with your nose and mouth. This protein is the reason why dander is considered to be a potent allergen.

The presence of molds and mildew is also a common cause of an asthma attack. If the air circulation in the house is poor or it is not receiving enough sunlight, growth of molds and mildew is highly likely, especially if there is continuous dampness or wetness in the house. Mold spores tend to float in the air and cause allergic reactions in the residents.

High level of humidity in the indoor air increases the presence of these allergens and increases your risk of getting an asthma attack. The best way to reduce asthma attacks is to reduce your exposure to these indoor irritants. Maintaining good air circulation, allowing sunlight to come into the house, and using products that can help control the high level of moisture in the air is the best solution for this.

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Sep
15

If you pay any attention to mainstream medicine and media, I’m sure you know that all sugar is created EVIL!

Anything sugary that you put into your body – whether it’s a slice of pound cake or a slice of a peach – is bad for you. It spikes your blood sugar, causes Diabetes, makes your children go nuts, increases belly fat, on and on…

But this hatred of all things sweet is not just limited to the cooked food world.

Most raw foodists are very wary of the sweet stuff and shun eating more than a piece or two of fruit a day. Some even eliminate fruit altogether, for fear of Candida overgrowth and fermentation in the intestines

In fact, the most sugar-bashing I have seen has come from RAW FOODISTS!

But is this really true? Is all sugar really created equal and, therefore…evil?!

We Have a Sweet Tooth for a Reason

How many times have you heard someone claim they have a “sweet tooth”?

How many times have you finished a big starchy, meaty cooked meal and wanted nothing more than a big bowl of ice cream or a piece of chocolate to truly satisfy you?

In my cooked food days, a meal was never complete if I didn’t finish off with a cookie, candy, or pastry…or two.;)

There’s a reason for this sweet obsession and the reason is clear: humans need sugar!

Just look at the way your body processes food. Every single thing you eat – carbohydrate, protein or even fat – is broken down into sugar (glucose).

This is the only way your cells can utilize the food for fuel.

So…if our cells must break everything down into glucose anyway, wouldn’t it be efficient and make sense to eat food that is already in this form?

And wouldn’t it be even MORE efficient and make MORE sense to get this sugar from a healthy, whole, easy-to-digest source?

But I’m getting ahead of myself…

Refined Sugar vs. Fresh Fruit

Of course, you can’t just eat ANY ole’ sugary substance and become a beacon of health. Unlike what modern medicine, media, and mainstream raw foodists will have you believe, all sugar is NOT the same.

I’m the first to admit that junky, empty calorie, processed and packaged foods like breakfast cereal, candy bars and fruit gummies are NOT healthy and contain little to no nutritional value whatsoever.

But these foods are not unhealthy because they contain simple sugars glucose and fructose. They are unhealthy because they contain *refined* sugars!

Even the so-called “natural” products containing “natural fruit flavors” are still completely refined. They contain nothing more than the concentrated sweetness of the whole, raw ingredient they are meant to resemble.

Fresh fruit, on the other hand, is well…fresh! When you eat whole, ripe fruit, you are getting all of the simple sugars completely unprocessed, along with the oh-so vital water, fiber, and other necessary nutrients.

No refined sugar. No nutrient damage. No preservatives.

Yet another problem only tied to *processed* sugar products? Many of them are quite fatty. Just look at some of the ingredients in America’s favorite dessert dishes:
Apple pie – granulated sugar, butter (100% fat), eggs (63% fat)
Brownies – granulated sugar, butter, eggs
Chocolate chip cookies – granulated sugar, butter, eggs

Are you seeing a pattern?

When eating these foods, you get a double whammy: nutrionally-ruined refined sugar AND copious amounts of fat!

And I’m sure I don’t have to tell you the problem with eating a diet even moderately high in fat…

And eating this fat with copious amounts of sugar?! Oh man, that’s just *begging* for trouble!;)

Ditch the Processed Desserts, Go for the Gold (Apple)

Moral of today’s story? All sugar is clearly NOT created equal OR evil!

When it comes to refined sweets, most people have it right. Processed sugary foods provide nutritionally deficient calories and hold no place in a healthy diet.

But when it comes to WHOLE, RIPE, RAW sweets, ignore the hype and use your better judgment. Our species thrives on simple sugars and the best way to give your body what it needs is to eat a diet high in delicious and nutritious fruit!

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Sep
14

An omega-3 fatty acid deficiency is one of the leading nutrition-related triggers of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Usually, a lack of omega-3 fatty acids in the typical Western diet is the main cause of the deficiency, but researchers have discovered that some children have an abnormality that prevents their bodies from metabolizing omega-3 oils. A growing pile of evidence shows that omega-3 supplements or foods rich in omega-3 are effective in reducing the symptoms of ADHD, improving behavior, and boosting academic performance. Correct an omega-3 fatty acid deficiency by adding these omega-3 rich foods and supplements to your child’s diet.

Fish oils

According to nutritionists, fish oils are the best sources of long-chain fatty acids because they contain the most potent variety of omega-3 oils. Fish oils can be obtained by eating deep-sea fish like tuna or salmon, but many of these fish swim in polluted waters and may be contaminated with toxins like dioxins, mercury, and PCBs. Unless you are absolutely certain that your deep-sea fish is free of these toxic chemicals, fish oil supplements can provide the fatty acids needed by your child. Make sure that the fish oil supplement you get is certified organic and cold-pressed to guarantee freshness and bio-availability. Experts also recommend supplements with a high EPA-to-DHA ratio, as these seem to be most effective for children with ADHD.

Flaxseed oil

Flax and flaxseed oil are just as good as fish oils, because they contain a high amount of the parent of omega-3 fatty acids, ALA. Since heating flaxseed oil will destroy its omega-3 content, it has to be taken orally. Nutritionists recommend one tablespoon daily, followed by a glass of all-natural fruit juice. Remember to refrigerate the flaxseed oil; the slightest heat will cause the fatty acids to oxidize.

Unlike flaxseed oil, flax can be included in cooked meals without damaging its omega-3 fatty acid content. Use mill flaxseed instead of flour when making muffins and breads, or add to smoothies and salad dressings.

A caveat: the ALA in flax is unrefined omega-3, meaning the body will have to metabolize ALA before it becomes the useful DHA and EPA variety. Children with a certain metabolic disorder are unable to do this. If your child has this problem, use fish oil supplements instead.

Eliminate vegetable oils, omega-6 fatty acids, and trans-fats

Trans-fats are low-cholesterol man-made fats made of hydrogenated oils; they are usually included in processed foods. The low cholesterol content makes trans-fats seem healthy, but trans-fats are chock-full of omega-6 fatty acids, which impede the body’s ability to metabolize omega-3 fats. Vegetable oils like corn oil, sunflower oil, and soybean oil are also high in omega-6. Inspect the ingredients label of all foods you put in the grocery cart, and make sure they do not contain vegetable oils.

Canola oil
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Instead of using vegetable oil for cooking, switch to canola oil instead. Canola oil has 10% ALA that stays intact even when heated to low temperatures. Use canola oil for cooking or as a substitute for butter and margarine. When not in use, store the canola oil in the refrigerator to keep the omega-3 from oxidizing.

Supplement with vitamins E and C

Omega-3 fatty acids are easy targets of free radicals, and are at risk of oxidizing before they even reach the brain. Vitamins E and C are natural antioxidants that protect long-chain fatty acids from oxidation and free-radical damage.

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Sep
13

The hair easily gets dirty. Dust, oils and dandruff are some of the things that cause it to get dirty. The scalp should be kept clean all the time to prevent the incidence of infections, the clogging of the follicles and the attachment of oils to the hair strands. The most effective hairloss shampoo should have such properties as well as enhancing hair volume and growth. Shampoos can now be used for stopping loss in addition to the traditional ways.
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There are shampoos that specifically target loss. When buying a shampoo, you have to look at its properties. The properties of the shampoos are determined by the ingredients that are included. There are some ingredients that have to be included in products dealing with hair loss. Without these ingredients, loss of hair can’t be stopped.

Hair loss shampoos should be able to balance the levels of pH. The cells of the hair work at a certain pH. When the pH is higher or lower than it should be, then the activity of the cells are affected. At optimum pH levels, the cells function normally and there is a generation of more cells.

There are certain bacteria or fungi which settle on the skin of the scalp and disrupt the hair. These may irritate the skin and cause formation of wounds. A good shampoo should also be able to destroy the bacteria and fungi and prevent their further growth. This will encourage the production of healthy hairs.

There are shampoos for dry hair. The ingredients included should be able to moisturize and condition the hair. Dry hair can break easily because its structure is weak. Hair loss shampoos can bind with the hair strands, boosting their strength and fortifying the hair structure. Then there are shampoos for oily hair. These have ingredients which try to control the production of sebum without causing the drying of the scalp and the hair. Sebum has a tendency to clog the pores which chokes the hair follicles. It also sticks to the hair weakening its structure.

The most effective shampoos cause the follicles to be stimulated into production. The period of the stage for hair production is lengthened. This means there will be a longer period for the hair to grow and new hair cells to be produced. There are also certain enzymes involved in the growth and development of hair which are stimulated. These enzymes will contribute to the faster division and growth of the hair cells.

If the strands of the hair are weak and affected by split ends, an effective shampoo should be able to deal with this problem. There is the binding of the strands. This binding seals the split ends together and also the hair cuticle. This increases the vitality of the hair. These shampoos should also be able to make the hair appear thicker. As the scalp is healing and repairing, there is a need for the hair to look normal and beautiful.

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Sep
09

It may be difficult at times for you to keep on going when your child is autistic. By accepting the distressing times, does not take any effort. It is easy to focus on the adverse times, or what you think is bad regarding your child with autism. It becomes frustrating and it may be a challenge to separate, how do you keep on going with your autistic child?
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The question is, how can you confront the hard times and be determined to delete the negative thoughts you have about the bad, and focus on the positive ones, when you have a child with the disorder of autism?

Parent(s), caregiver(s), by allowing your mind to process negative thoughts, regarding the many issues you have concerning your child, will be put into force. Those thoughts will reject the many positive thoughts, that will bring healthy power, to enable you to keep on going when you have an autistic child. You must keep on going with your child, no matter how many challenges and difficult valleys there may be.

I have experienced for myself, if I find my mind full of fear and doubt it produces many negative thoughts. Everyone around me seems to have a negative attitude and nothing seems to get accomplished. I find it difficult to keep on going.

You may be feeling defeated, hurt, rejected, because you are feeling, you are not able to keep on going with all of the responsibilities you have, that are involved to manage or take care of your child. You may feel you are not able to face another day, because the pain is so deep and you fear another let down. You have lost hope and do not have the strength to keep on going when you have an autistic child. I know, I have been there and felt that pain.

Most battles are fought in your mind every day. When you feel the battle is too difficult and want to give up because your child is autistic, you must choose to resist those negative thoughts you have and rise above those dilemmas you are currently facing, so you can keep on going.

There will be difficult battles that will be raging in your mind. But, do not give up, keep on going. I have found for myself, when I choose to quit or give up, I do not gain ground. Nothing seems to work, problems become out of balance. You may have moments, days, months, of extremely difficult periods when you do not want to keep on going. Do not be a quitter, do not adapt to the “give up” spirit.

Take a reality check on yourself and check to see what you are facing or experiencing with your child who has autism. This could be done by including the whole family and having discussions about the subject matter.

There will be times when the battle with your child who has autism will seem endless. It is easy to quit. That takes no effort. To keep on going when it becomes a challenge with your autistic child, takes effort and courage. You can do it!

You as parent(s), caregiver(s), must reprogram your mind not to be discouraged even though the process is slow. Be persistent and learn to change your thinking when it is difficult to keep on going with your child who has the disorder of autism. Never quit!

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Sep
07

For most people, when they think of ways to eliminate bad breath, we are often disheartened and discouraged. Most of the time, these people have come up with a very wrong idea that it is very hard and almost impossible to eliminate bad breath. However, contrary to that, eliminating bad breath is easy!

First and foremost, in order to prevent and eliminate foul breath, it is important to know what it is and what causes it. In medical terms, bad breath is termed as “halitosis”. It is caused by the abundance or the presence of bacteria in your mouth, or oral bacteria. This type of bacteria develops and becomes present in your mouth through many ways, such as from the food you eat, lack of dental hygiene, and a dry mouth.

The food you eat plays a key role in developing halitosis, this is because, certain kinds of food are notorious for causing bad breath, like garlic, onion, meat and coffee. The good thing is, bad breath that was developed this way can easily be treated and do not tend to last long.

Also, the food you eat affects your breath in a way that if you eat unclean food, or those that are too sweet, this may lead to the development of tonsil stones or tonsillitis.

Having a dry mouth also makes you more prone to developing foul smelling breath, since bacteria tend to thrive and multiply faster in dry places. For this very reason, it is important to drink lots and lots of water everyday. Avoid drinking coffee, soft drinks, and other alcohol drinks and those that are have sugar content in them to quench your thirst, for they may contribute to you developing bad breath.

Dental hygiene is important in order to eliminate bad breath. Brushing your teeth a minimum of two times a day, as well as using a dental floss properly to take away any food molecules that are stuck in between your teeth will help in keeping the odor of your mouth at bay. Lack of proper dental hygiene is one of the main causes of halitosis or bad breath.

Also, unknown to most people, most commercial mouthwashes contribute to having bad breath. This is because of the alcohol content in them, which leaves your mouth dry and a very good breeding ground for oral bacteria. Make sure that if you use mouthwashes that they have little to not alcohol content.

Granted, there is no full-proof way to eliminate and prevent bad and foul breath for the rest of your life, having proper dental hygiene, and avoiding food that contribute to the development of halitosis and will go long ways in keeping the chances of you developing halitosis, as well as tonsil stones or tonsillitis, at a low rate.

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Sep
06

Learn about both the short term and long term complications that can arise from the mismanagement of diabetes in order to avoid irreparable damage.

Short Term:

Diabetic Ketoacidosis – While this is a short term complication it is also potentially fatal. Diabetic Ketoacidosis occurs when there is a rapid build-up of impurities (ketones) in the blood causing acid in the blood. The patient becomes dangerously dehydrated leading to potential coma and death. Immediate treatment by rehydration and insulin dosing to replace the electrolyte balance and flush the ketones from the blood can help the patient make a full recovery. This condition often requires admission to the hospital for proper treatment and assessment of metabolic damage to the system following recovery.

Yeast InfectionsBoth oral (Thrush) and vaginal yeast infections occur more frequently in patients with diabetes due to the increased levels of sugar in the saliva and urine. Thrush will present as an opaque white film on the tongue and interior of the mouth and unlike milk or dairy residue cannot be scrapped off without bleeding. The symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection are itching, burning, redness and an abnormal discharge. However, because many different vaginal infections and diseases can present in the same way, it is imperative to have a doctor correctly identify the source of the infection to ensure that you are treating it with the correct medication. Properly controlling your blood sugar and regulating your fluid levels is the best prevention for yeast infections. Prompt detection and doctor approved treatment can provide relief of the symptoms and a speedy recovery.

High Blood PressureAlso known as hypertension, can lead to long term issues such as heart disease and stroke when left untreated. High blood pressure control through weight loss, exercise, healthy food choices and medications is an essential part of a healthy diabetic lifestyle. Although a serious concern for diabetics, high blood pressure is a treatable problem when it is detected early and the patient commits to blood pressure monitoring.

Diabetic Ulcers – This is a fancy term for open sores that occur due to diabetic neuropathy, slow wound healing and infections that are aggravated by poor circulation. There is a direct link between diabetic ulcers and a failure to properly control blood sugar levels. Treatment involves antibiotics for the infections, proper bandaging and wound care and potentially amputation of the affected limb when the wounds continue to progress despite medical care. Amputations can often be avoided through diligent attention to foot care and fastidious treatment of even the smallest cut or abrasion, regular exercising to strengthen the circulatory system and maintaining balanced levels of blood glucose levels.

Long Term:

Diabetic Nephropathy – The kidneys begin to malfunction and stop processing protein properly, allowing it to be flushed out with the urine. Unfortunately, there is no cure once kidney disease has begun, although you can only slow the progress of the deterioration. Often diagnosed by the increased levels of protein in a urine test, other symptoms of diabetic nephropathy include obvious water retention, vomiting, fatigue, itching and dry skin and recurrent hiccups. As the kidneys continue to fail, the patient will need to use dialysis to cleanse the blood of impurities while they await a transplant. Clearly prevention is the best option.

Heart Disease and Stroke – Diabetics have an increased risk of developing heart disease and/or stroke at an earlier age than the rest of the population due to a diabetic’s tendency towards high blood pressure. Heart attacks and strokes are both urgent and life threatening conditions that are treatable if caught in the early stages. However, they can each have lasting debilitating ramifications so prevention through healthy lifestyle choices is the best protocol.

Diabetic Neuropathy – This is a term for the nerve damage caused by diabetes. The blood vessels that connect to the nerves are impaired creating several different reactions by the body. The affected nerves can be found in the peripheral limbs such as hands and feet or internally, affecting the major organs. With the loss of sensation comes an inability to function properly which could be dangerous for a diabetic with nerve damage affecting their digestive tract. If the nerves are damaged in such a way that they continue to fire messages to the brain without stopping, the diabetic may find themselves in continuous pain. Many diabetics experience intense foot pain due to neuropathy and find some relief through the use of compression stockings and diabetic socks. Treatment of diabetic neuropathy involves a mixture of different pain alleviating medications as well as tighter control of blood glucose levels and some physiotherapeutic treatments of electrical nerve stimulation. There isn’t a cure for this complication, so properly managing your blood glucose levels and maintaining a healthy circulatory system is the best prevention.

Diabetic Retinopathy – This complication can lead to complete blindness. The retina (part of the eye) is damaged through poorly controlled levels of sugar in the blood. There are generally little to no symptoms of the development of diabetic retinopathy and it is usually caught through a regular eye exam. If caught early and treated, vision can be mostly restored.

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Sep
03

Cataract is a kind of eye disease that occurs when the normal apparent lens in the eye, found at the back of the iris, becomes hazy. The lens which is the light focusing part of the eye is very essential to focus light in the retina in order that the images will appear apparent and without alteration, and the haziness of the lens throughout cataract formation alters the vision.

Cataracts are generally an extremely slow process of regular aging but may seldom develop quickly. They usually affect the two eyes, it is a common case that one cataract advance more rapidly than the other. Cataracts are extremely common which affect approximately sixty percent of people more than sixty years old, and more than 1.5 million cataract operations are done in the U. S. every year.

Majority of cataracts seem to be due to alterations in the structures of protein inside the lens which occur more than years and they cause the haziness in the lens. Seldom, cataracts may be present during birth or early infancy as an outcome of inherited enzyme defects. Cataracts develop more quickly because of serious trauma in the eye, intraocular swelling, or eye surgery. Exposure to extreme ultraviolet rays, smoking, diabetes, or use of some medications like topical, oral, or inhaled steroids may lead to the growth of cataracts during earlier age. Long term utilization of phenothizines and statins may also cause cataracts.

When people have cataracts, they start to have trouble in performing activities they like. A number of the most regular complaints include difficulty in driving at nighttime, traveling, or reading. These are activities wherein clear sight is very essential.

Cataracts can cause an assortment of complaints and changes in vision, including hazy vision, dull color sight, difficulty with excessive brightness like the bright sun or headlights of vehicles at night, improved nearsightedness along with recurrent changes in eyeglasses, and rarely double sight in the single eye. Cataracts usually develop gradually and are normally painless or associated with redness in the eye or other signs except they become very advanced. Speedy and/or aching changes in visualization raise doubts for some eye disorder and must be assessed by an eye specialist.

Cataract development is not predictable; some remain tiny and do not progress where they can affect vision and will need cure, while others develop more rapidly. Therefore, the decision to go on with operation is individualized in every patient. Your eye doctor will tell you the status of your eye because of cataract and type of visual recuperation that might be anticipated if operation is chosen.

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Sep
02

There are many causes of this condition, some of which are controllable (such as your diet) and some of which are out of your control (such as a genetic predisposition to gout).

Your diet can be a contributor to gout through the consumption of foods that contain a high amount of purine. This cause of gout is within your control, but will take some discipline. So what exactly are purines and why do they lead to gout? Purines are an organic compound that is found naturally in the body and in the foods that we eat. Our body breaks down purines into uric acid, which then bonds to the lining of our blood vessels and keeps them from being damaged. However, when too much uric acid builds up in the blood it crystallizes and sticks to our joints and organs, which then become swollen and inflamed (a condition called arthritis). While it is important to have purines in our diet, there is such a thing as “too much of a good thing.”

Purines are found in virtually all foods, though not all purines are the same. Meats and seafood have a higher purine content and are associated with a greater risk of gout, while the purines that are commonly found in vegetables are not considered to be as much of a health risk. Purines in dairy products are also not considered a gout risk, and it is even claimed that the purines in dairy products may help your body fight gout.

If you have gout and it is determined that your diet is the main culprit, your doctor will likely recommend that you follow a low-purine diet. This means cutting down on fatty foods, white meats, beef, chicken and processed foods. It may also be advised that you cut down on certain vegetables such as mushrooms, asparagus, cauliflower, spinach, etc., as well as legumes (peas and beans). Beer is also a cause of gout as the yeast contains purine. Your doctor will advise that you reduce your daily intake of purine to between 100 and 150 milligrams, depending on your size.

Gout can be a painful, uncomfortable burden, but by identifying the cause of it, at least you can go about combating it. So if you suffer from gout, take a look at your diet and make the appropriate changes to help alleviate the problem.

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Sep
01

Everyone sheds about 100 hairs a day, which is normal because each fallen hair is immediately replaced by a new one. The hair begins to thin when this hair regeneration process is not functioning properly and the speed at which the hair falls is exceeding the speed of the new hair growth.

There are four main theories that shed light onto the developments in human hair loss:

Evolutionary hypothesis

Despite a lack of general consensus on evolution of male hair loss, there is a hypothesis, proposed by several scientists, that suggests that male hair loss has evolved through sexual selection as a sign of aging and maturity, while things like risk-taking and aggression decrease in males with age. The aging and bolding male is in a higher social position and presents a lesser physical threat, allowing him to secure a partner and bring up his offspring.

Non-human hair loss

Hair loss is not an exclusively human feature. Other primates experience hair thinning and loss after adolescence. Some of these primates are even used in hair-growth treatment testing.

Genetics

A lot of research has been carried out to discover genetic causes in male hair loss and a suggestion is that it is mostly X-linked, however other genes unrelated to sex can also be involved. German academics identify the androgen receptor gene as the key condition for hair loss. They explain that a certain variant of it is required to prevent hair loss.

Other researchers name a different gene, also in the X chromosome as being responsible for male boldness.

Female hair loss

Female boldness is different from male one and should thus be addressed in a different way. First of all, it is less common for women to lose hair and the pattern in which this occurs is different. Usually, in women the frontal hairline is stable but the hair density decreases. The reasons of female hair loss are in contrast to male boldness, unrelated to the levels of testosterone. These reasons are however related to hormonal composition in a woman’s body. Women can notice hair loss in such conditions as pregnancy, a disease of ovarian cysts, menopause, contraception medication with high androgen levels, and polycystic ovary syndrome. Other conditions like anemia, thyroid gland disorders, chronic conditions and some drugs can also result in hair loss in women.

What causes hair loss?

To address the problem of hair loss in the most efficient way, and before taking medication like Propecia for it, you should devote considerable efforts to establishing the cause of hair loss. Various things can cause hair loss, some of them resulting in short-term hair loss, such as stress of a long-lasting illness, others bringing a long-term effect, like hormonal problems, often related to thyroid gland disorders.

Some medications can also cause hair loss and this effect may be reversed if you stop taking such medication. There are some infections that affect hair growth as well; so addressing these infections will prevent hair loss. Boldness can also be related to some underlying disease like diabetes and treating the disease is the most correct way to address hair loss.

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