Hair loss can be caused by many factors, including illness, childbirth, hormonal problems and medications. In male pattern baldness, heredity, aging and testosterone are responsible. Some people turn to homeopathic remedies to prevent hair loss and stimulate healthy hair growth. In homeopathy, symptoms are treated by administering minute amounts of a substance that in larger amounts would cause the same symptoms in a healthy person. No homeopathic remedy for hair loss has been sanctioned by the Food and Drug Administration. Before beginning homeopathic treatment, always first discuss it with your doctor.
Lycopodium
Lycopodium is distilled from the spores of club moss, also called staghorn moss, a trailing evergreen plant native to Europe and North America. Homeopaths take personality traits as well as symptoms into account when prescribing remedies. According to Beneforce, Lycopodium works best on people with low self-esteem who tend to hide behind overconfidence. Holistic Online notes that homeopaths may recommend Lycopodium in particular for premature balding and for hair loss after childbirth. According to drhomeo.com, Lycopodium may help with male pattern baldness. Sleeplessness and headaches are another indication for Lycopodium.
Kalium Carbonicum
Kalium carbonicum is made from potassium carbonate, a compound used by the Egyptians more than 3,000 years ago to make glass. Homeopaths may advise Kalium carbonicum to treat dry and thinning hair. According to Herbs 2000, Kalium carbonicum is recommended for personality types that are formal, rigid and reserved. Beneforce notes that people who would benefit from the Kalium carbonicum remedy tend to be physically weak and easily chilled.
Natrum Muriaticum
Natrum muriaticum is made from table salt, or sodium chloride. Homeopaths often prescribe Natrum muriaticum for psoriasis, so hair loss resulting from a skin condition may be treated with this remedy. Holistic Online notes that Natrum muriaticum is indicated for cases in which hair loss is accompanied by dandruff and white crusts on the scalp. Many homeopaths believe that Natrum muriaticum can relieve premenstrual tension and other hormonal problems; if hair loss is due to hormonal changes, a homeopath may try this remedy. According to Beneforce, Natrum muriaticum is indicated for sensitive people who tend to hide their emotions.
Silicea
Silicea is probably the most popular homeopathic remedy for hair growth. It's made from silica, which is found in sandstone and also in human tissue, where it's used to strengthen bones and teeth. Holistic Online notes that homeopaths use Silicea to nourish dry hair, promote healthy growth and bring back strength and bounce. Silicea is one of the 12 tissue salts, also known as homeopathic cell salts. Beneforce advises that Silicea is most effective in shy, insecure and indecisive personalities who tend to sweat profusely.
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