Diet, Inflammation, & Hair Loss

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This is not surprising to me... I know of an ayurvedic herbal

remedy that will help hair to re-grow. How? By improving the

digestion...

Be Well,

Misty L. Trepke

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http://www.hairloss-research.org/february2.html

DIET, INFLAMMATION, AND HAIR LOSS

 

 

Several studies have shown a link between diet and hair loss. In

short, diets that predispose to inflammation are much more likely to

be associated with hair loss than healthier diets, with an abundance

of omega-3 fatty acids and phytonutrients. In addition to toxic

cytokines, there are other inflammatory pathways that can be

mediated via diet modification. A common problem involves over-

production of pro-inflammatory hormone-like " messengers " (such as

prostaglandin) E2) and under-production of anti-

inflammatory " messengers " (such as prostaglandin E1 and E3). The

good news is that omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oils help to

suppress the formation of undesirable prostaglandin E2 and promote

synthesis of beneficial prostaglandin E3. Gamma linolinic acid (GLA)

induces production of the anti-inflammatory prostaglandin E1. What

you eat can significantly affect whether you have more of the

beneficial prostaglandins (E1 and E3) as opposed to the pro-

inflammatory prostaglandin E2. Since prostanglandin E2 is a culprit

in inflammation, reducing food that are high in omega-6 fatty acids

and increasing omega-3 rich food, such as salmon and other fish can

be beneficial. Limiting foods that convert to arachidonic acid can

help reduce inflammation. (Arachidonic acid is a precursor to both

prostanglandin E2 and the pro-inflammatory cytokine leukotriene B

(4)). Another dietary factor that can lead to high levels of

arachidonic acid is the over-consumption of high-glycemic index

carbohydrates that cause excess production of insulin. Foods that

contribute to chronic inflammation and hair loss are foods with the

high-glycemic index (things that you digest quickly) like bottled

fruit juices or rice cakes, food heavy in polyunsaturated fats or

saturated fats, and foods high in arachidonic acid.

 

Some specific foods to avoid

* Margarine

* Organ meats

* Egg yolks

* Pasta

* Juices (canned or bottled), fresh squeezed OK

* White rice, white bread

* Refined sugar

 

 

Good foods

* Salmon

* Oatmeal

* Olives and Olive oil

* Almonds

* Fresh fruits and vegetables

* Avocado and Guacamole

* Flax oil or flax me