Preventing Hair Loss

A common complaint that is made by as many as two-thirds of all men is in regards to hair loss. This is because it is a frustrating problem that a large number of men wind up facing by the time they have reached the age of 35 years old.

Genetics is one of the reasons a lot of men begin losing their hair. However, there are also several other preventable reasons that many people start to lose their hair. To make certain this is not an issue that you wind up having to deal with, you may well want to consider each of the preventative measures listed below.

B Vitamins

Vitamins B2, B12, folate, and biotin are commonly used for the treatment of hair loss. They work so well that many physicians commonly prescribe them to patients suffering from premature hair loss.

Fish

Packed full of protein and minerals, fish products are rich in vitamin D and omega-3, which work great for hair loss prevention. Aside from this, there are also several other health benefits you can take advantage off by adding fish to your diet.

Avoid certain prescription medications 

There are some prescription drugs that can lead to problems with hair loss. Lithium which is a psychiatric drug, arthritic medicines, and warfarin which is a blood thinner are a few such medications.

Watch your iron 

Not only can an iron deficiency lead to anemia, but it can also lead to unexplained hair loss in women. An easy way to avoid this is to include iron-rich foods in your daily diet.

Routine exercise 

Not only does the entire body benefit from routine exercise, but the hair also benefits. This is because it has the ability to reduce stress and increase blood circulation. Each of these help to promote normal hair growth.

Reduce stress 

Stress is something that can have a negative impact on many different areas of the body, and this includes the growth of hair. For this reason it can be helpful to avoid stressful situations whenever possible. Things like yoga can also be helpful for reducing high levels of stress.

Hygiene

Poor hygiene can ultimately cause a person to lose hair. This is because tinea capitis can occur, which is a fungal scalp infection. This can then lead to growths of hair that are sparse and patchy.

Herbs 

Astragalus root, ginseng, and licorice are herbal remedies that promote hair growth. It is important however to speak with a medical professional before taking herbal remedies like these.

Reduce carbs

Blood sugar levels can effectively be reduced by cutting carbs out of your daily diet, which will lower the risk of hair loss. Some food products that are high in carbs include rice, potatoes, and pasta.

Avoid caffeine and alcoholic beverages 

Several different deficiencies can occur with the consumption of caffeine and alcohol, leading to problems with hair growth. These include folic acid, B vitamins, zinc, and vitamin C deficiencies.

Massage 

The hair's metabolism can actually be stimulated with scalp massage. It will also help to strengthen hair bulbs that are weak.

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Most Common Causes of Infertility

Our high school health teachers beat it into our head how easy it is to conceive a child. In fact, the average healthy couple only has a 20% chance of conceiving each menstrual cycle.

Couples dealing with infertility need to educate themselves if they want to beat the incredible odds stacked against them. You are considered infertile if you fail to conceive after a year of trying. Most doctors won't even see you until a year has passed.

There are many reasons that a couple fails to reproduce a child. A physical exam by a medical professional may find that there is something inside you that is failing to allow reproduction to occur.

Female Factor Infertility

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), an endocrine disorder where your body produces too much of the androgen hormones. This disrupts ovulation making conception impossible. PCOS is also associated with obesity due to insulin resistance. Other symptoms include excessive hair growth, irregular periods, and acne.

Endometriosis, when uterine tissue implants and grows outside of the uterus affecting the function of the ovaries, uterus and fallopian tubes. Endometriosis responds to the hormonal cycle to grow, shed and bleed with the lining of the uterus each month, leading to scarring and inflammation. Pelvic pain and infertility are common side effects.

Tubal Blockages affect the ability of the egg to reach the uterus for conception to take place. Tubal blockages are caused by fibroids, STDs, and even a previous ectopic pregnancy.

Thyroid conditions interrupt your cycle affecting your ability to conceive.

Certain lifestyle factors interfering with your fertility including excessive caffeine intake and certain medications. There are also certain diseases that can make you infertile.

Male Factor Infertility

Abnormal sperm production occurs when the male's sperm aren't properly shaped and are unable to move toward the egg. If the shape and structure of the sperm are abnormal with impaired movement, conception will not be able to occur.

Low Sperm Count is when you produce 10 million or fewer sperm per millimeter of semen. The average healthy male will produce greater than or equal to 20 million sperm per millimeter. The causes of low sperm count include genetics, childhood disorders and lifestyle factors.

Varicoceles are varicose veins in the scrotum that prevents cooling of the testicle, which can lead to lower sperm count and motility.

There are certain lifestyle factors that can interfere with the male's ability to conceive such as emotional stress, obesity, malnutrition, alcohol/drugs, and tobacco use.

The process of conception is surprisingly inefficient. The slightest wrench in your body can through the entire process out of whack. Your body is a highly tuned machine of complex, interacting hormones. If just one stops functioning correctly, you are on your way to see a reproductive endocrinologist.

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