Lo que toda mujer necesita saber sobre su corazón
(Secretos de salud) European researchers have discovered a breakthrough cure for hair loss and graying hair: a topical application of a sun-activated compound called PC-KUS (a modified pseudocatalase). sin embargo, these researchers may be a few hundred years late with their discovery since onion juice has been used as a remedy for hair loss and graying hair for ages.
What the researchers found was that graying hair is primarily caused by a buildup of hydrogen peroxide at the root of hair follicles, due in great part to a reduction in the natural antioxidant compound catalasa. In addition to helping cleanse the scalp and follicles, onion juice also promotes the production of catalase. Catalase prevents graying hair and thicker hair follicles.
The researchers “new” breakthrough appears to be the rediscovery of a remedy for graying hair and hair loss that herbalists have known for centuries– onion juice. Hundreds of years ago, famed herbalist John Gerard (1545- 1612) wrote: “the juyce of onions annointed upon a bald head in the sun bringeth the hair againe very speedily.” Hoy, many herbalists recommend onion juice either singly or in combination with other natural items as a remedy for hair loss and graying hair.
What the researchers “discovered”
The new research, which was published in The FASB Journal, also found that the modified catalase compound also works for the skin condition vitiligo (a skin pigment condition marked by loss of skin color). Reported study author Karin U. Schallreuter, MARYLAND. from the Institute for Pigmentary Disorders:
“To date, it is beyond any doubt that the sudden loss of the inherited skin and localized hair color can affect those individuals in many fundamental ways. The improvement of quality of life after total and even partial successful repigmentation has been documented.”
En 2009, a similar breakthrough for graying hair was reported which also found that hydrogen peroxide buildup was a culprit and that the catalase compound could reverse grey hair. That research was conducted by Bradford University in the UK.
More natural solutions for graying hair
Over the years, many remedies for graying hair have been used with mixed results. Some of the better known ones include:
The oriental remedy fo-ti has a long history of being used for gray hair. Fo-ti is also called he shou wu, which translates to “black-haired Mr. He” or “Mr. He’s black hair”.
Black Strap molasses has worked well for many people for restoration of color, but it may take some time (as is true with other remedies as well).
Pine needle tea is another remedy which has been used to help with graying hair.
Many have reported that moringa leaf and moringa root extracts have restored hair color as well as helped with thinning hair.
Nutrition for healthy hair
As is true for the entire body, good nutrition is essential for healthy hair. The best diet for hair health is a wholesome diet which is rich in silica, B-vitamins, omega-3s, protein, calcium and iron. Other important nutrients include antioxidants, trace minerals and vitamin A.
Some of the best foods for hair health include:
• Oats
• Sweet rice and mochi (pounded sweet rice)
• Nuts and seeds
• Leafy, green vegetables
• Root vegetables, such as carrots, rutabagas, parsnips, jengibre, turnips, y cebollas
• Winter squash
• Black beans
• Pumpkin
• Black pepper
• Brown rice syrup
• Seaweed
• Microalgae
Foods to avoid for better hair health:
• Cold foods and drinks
• Sugary foods and drinks
• Fatty foods
• Animal protein
• Tofu
• sal
• Dairy products
Para más información:
http://www.health24.com
http://www.tbyil.com/Supplementing_for_Gray_Hair_Jon_Barron.htm
http://www.tbyil.com/Grey_Hair.htm
http://www.tbyil.com/Hair_Vitamins_JB_Bardot.htm
Photo credit: adonisclinics.co.nz
