Most Common Causes of Hair Loss in Women

Posted By Mark Hall
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by Mark Hall

How often have you judged someone by the style of their hair or said that their hairstyle really doesn’t suit them? The problem with hair loss effects women differently than men. Because of societal norms hair loss in women causes lowered self esteem and confidence.

Hair Loss, also referred to as balding, is caused by a variety of factors, the most important being hereditary. Hair loss runs in the family and gene therapy may lead scientists to a cure in the future. If other people in your family suffer with hair loss there is a very good change that you will too as these hormonal imbalances seem to have greater effect as the person’s age increases.

It is hormone balance that is the key with hair loss as both the male (androgens) and female (estrogen) hormones need to be at the correct levels. This hormonal imbalance can cause significant hair loss.

Both men and women can suffer with pattern-baldness which is caused by a hormone common to both sexes referred to as DHT. T.his hormone is just one responsible for the sexual development of humans. Fortunately it is possible to treat this. There are shampoos that work by stimulating the growth of hair, thus counteracting the effects of excessive hair loss. There are also hair loss products that help keep DHT levels normal so follicles are not flooded with it. Additionally, hair replacement treatments like transplant surgery are can be successful as the hair from the areas where the DHT level is higher are replaced by hair from other areas of the head that are not as sensitive to the hormone.

Our hair actually stops growing for a couple of months or so during a 2 to 6 year cycle and around one tenth of our hair is in this state at any one time. While in the growing phase, hair will gain approximately 1 centimeter a month. It is normal to experience hair loss every day as part of this resting and growing cycle. Some women experience excessive hair loss from a variety of other causes.

Some of the false reasons for hair loss are bad circulation, excess sweating, wearing hats that are too tight and even stress. Although stress can cause hair loss, this has only been shown to be the case in extreme stress situations which would not generally affect the average person and fortunately, in these circumstances, the situation can normally be rectified.

Some other reasons for hair lose are illness, medical treatment, depression medication, infections of the scalp, even too much vitamin A. This is a huge problem that will take some time to cure fully. Meanwhile existing remedies will need to be used more thoroughly if hair loss is to be controlled.

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Stay Alert on Alzheimer’s Disease

Posted By Barbara Rockwell
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by Barbara Rockwell

The term dementia refers to a brain disorder that demonstrates itself in several ways. A person may easily become confused even in known settings, may ask questions repeatedly, or may neglect such basic things as their own hygiene or basic safety issues. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia linked with old age.

The disease is named after German Doctor Alois Alzheimer. In 1906, Dr. Alzheimer noticed variations in the brain tissue of a patient of his that died with unusual mental illnesses and dementia. His study guided him to discover anomalous clumps and tangles of fiber in the brains of those patients who were suffering from this same disease.

Hence, while it was common for persons who were older and losing their mental faculties to be dismissed as “senile,” Doctor Alzheimer was able to pinpoint the actual breakdown in the brain that led to the loss of their mental faculties.

According to the National Institute on Aging different test conclusions, there are actual brain changes in persons with Alzheimer’s disease. They can discover how nerve cells die in areas of the brain that affect memory and basic abilities. It may seem strange, but everything that we do on a everyday basis is because of memory.

We remember that we need to take a shower on a regular basis that we need to shut the door behind us when we leave the house. We don’t realize that we’re doing these things because of memory, and assume that they just happen naturally. But when those memories break down because of Alzheimer’s or any other mental disorder, even the most basic everyday functions begin to be confusing or neglected.

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Anti Aging products

Posted By Clare J Hubbard
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by Clare J Hubbard

The use of anti-ageing skin care products these days is on the increase and all things considered it is perfectly natural; this is due primarily to the fact we are all living longer and want to continue looking younger as we age. This is achieved in beauty products by promoting the growth of connective tissue using the protein collagen which is the most abundant in the skin of all animals; almost 25 percent of the protein in skin is actually collagen. Collagen is a member of another family of substances that aid in reducing the signs of ageing. called antioxidants, they help flush out toxins from the body and help reduce the signs of aging.

Although the benefits of vitamin C (an anti-oxidant) are well documented, it is still debated as to what our daily amount should be. Vitamin C formulated skin care treatments suffer with a particular problem of oxidizing on contact with the air which causes a problem for users and manufacturers.

Many manufacturers now use alternative skin care treatments that still provide the same benefits but not the high manufacturing costs. These new anti-oxidant products are not quite as good as vitamin C although other naturally occurring compounds, vitamin E and lipoic acid can achieve the same effect.

Found in human blood, vitamin E is not only an antioxidant but is designed to increase the immune system’s resistance to disease and can also help ward off cancer. Lipoic acid is also an energy making component of the body, found in every cell, it can also help reduce the ageing process which affects the skin.

Phytochemicals aren′t produced by the body but are extracted from a number of plants and used in many anti-ageing skin care products to combat the signs of ageing. Another benefit, like that of alpha-lipoic acid, is their ability to reduce the prevalence of certain cancers like prostate, colon and breast cancer.

For some time now it has also been known that the vitamins B5, B6 and B12 also have anti-ageing skin care properties. The use of anti-ageing skin care products is a huge scientific field to research and has far greater potential than just producing goods that reduce the visible signs of age.

Whilst a great deal has been learned about this subject, it is only the tip of the iceberg and more long term effective methods need to be discovered to reverse or slow down the effects of time. With the research that is now taking place, many people are confident that in time, more effective, cheaper anti-ageing skin care products will be discovered.

In some respects the real way ahead lies in our own hands as there are many things we can do to reduce the signs of ageing naturally. Regular sleep patterns, exercise, a good healthy diet and less stress will all contribute to reducing the signs of ageing.

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How to Treat your Acne Effectively

Posted By Chris Channing
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by Chris Channing

Acne plagues more than half of all teenagers every year, every month, every day. There are many myths associated with what causes acne and how you can clean your pores. If you heard it from a friend of a friend, then it is probably inaccurate information. Contrary to most myths, chocolate, or pizza, does not cause acne. Its all genetics and your general lifestyle as a whole.

Your face is a delicate living organ, and its important to take care of it while you are young. If you have acne now, chances are you will be stuck with scarring later. There are several options for removal of acne, and most are an easy and quick way to fix the problem. Salicylic acid, antibiotics, green tea, tea tree oil, and hydrogen peroxide are all used for treatment of acne. What you choose is entirely up to you!

If you choose to use salicylic acid, you wont be disappointed with the results. It is fast acting, and leaves your skin smooth and clear. Not to mention its gentle, and probably wont irritate your face. It kills bacteria deep under the surface, and pulls it out of your pores entirely. Salicylic acid is best used during the night while you sleep. Skin renews itself at night, so daytime treating might not work as well.

Green tea is an active ingredient in a lot of acne clearing moisturizer/treatment combos. It is known as a hydrator, and it also has antioxidants that rid acne in a more natural way. It is most beneficial for those that just noticed pimples, or people with light to mild acne. You might see it combined with other chemicals as well, which only adds to its powerful healing properties.

As a last result for those with harsh acne and cystic acne, Hydrogen Peroxide creams can be obtained. They are offered in most dermatologists offices, and over the counter. Hydrogen Peroxide is a harsh chemical however, and you will need to use a moisturizer when using this treatment. Those with sensitive skin may not be able to withstand the usage of hydrogen peroxide on their delicate faces. It can cause an irritation that is itchy, and turns your face lobster colored. A less harsh option would be tea tree oil, or products infused with it. While it does have drying properties, it will clear up light to mild acne rather quickly. Models and celebrities swear by its fast acting ability.

Closing Comments

In the end, if you have acne, its best to get it fixed as soon as possible. As you age your skin loses its ability to heal quickly. All of these chemicals and treatments are fast acting, and should leave your face in its healthiest state yet. Remember to always moisturize your face after using a harsh product such as hydrogen peroxide. Most of all, enjoy your new healthy skin!

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Benign Prostate Hypertrophy Research

Posted By Laura Burns
Categoirzed Under: Fitness
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by Laura Burns

There are certain issues that pertain to the males of our world, as there are issues that typically pertain to females. If your considering cancer let’s say, then for women it is breast cancer. Breast cancer is not exclusively found in women though, men can also have it.

With men, the cancer most commonly thought about is prostrate cancer. It is more likely that this would be the central topic of conversation amongst a group of men nowadays, with increasing numbers affected by this condition.

If we are honest, it’s the cure we are interested in and preferably how to prevent it but this requires a good deal of research.

Most men I know fear cancer and don′t mind admitting it. The possibility, although present, does not dominate my thoughts though. It only seems to bother me when I read something about the condition or hear another statistic about it. The television is the biggest reminder as the number of advertisements about breast and prostrate cancer is increasing. Both will require far more investigation and examination before a cure can be found.

In America today, breast and prostrate cancer are becoming increasingly commonplace, much research still needs to be done. We want an end to cancer because it is still one of the worst conditions known to man.

Although there are many conditions humans have to suffer this is one of them that cannot currently be completely prevented. Regular exercise, a healthy diet and the like are supposed to help but none of these things are a guarantee against it.

You can take precautions against many other conditions and that includes HIV, but this doesn′t happen with cancer. Other than some poor individuals that have contracted HIV through no fault of their own, you are not generally at risk from it.

It’s interesting to read current articles concerning cancer and other health afflictions. What other way is there to keep up to date on possible treatments for prostrate and breast cancer?

One day, articles like this will be redundant because all that breast and prostrate cancer research will have found a cure.

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