Hair loss can be the result of heredity, certain medications or an underlying medical condition, and can occur at any age. Leading a healthy and balanced lifestyle is one of the best ways to prevent hair loss, and specific poses practiced in yoga also might help with prevention of some factors that contribute to hair loss, such as stress, and also aims to balancing the body's energy. Before trying alternative medicine methods, consult your doctor.
Diamond Pose
Diamond pose, or Vajrasana, is considered one of the most effective yoga poses for hair loss. To perform diamond pose, simply come to a kneeling position with your buttocks resting on your heels. Place your palms on your thighs and straighten your back. Stay in the pose for up to three minutes, breathing deeply.
Downward Facing Dog Pose
Downward facing dog pose, or Adho Mukha Svanasana, combats stress, a major contributor to hair loss. Start by coming to your hands and knees. Lift your knees off the floor and form your body into a V-shape. Keep your spine neutral and lower ribs in. Evenly disperse the weight on your palms to protect your wrists. Stay in the pose for up to one minute.
Cobra Pose
Cobra pose, or Bhujangasana, is recommended for those with a pitta dominant constitution in ayurvedic medicine, an ancient system of holistic health. Pitta dominant means that you have an imbalance of fire energy in your body. Those who are pitta dominant are likely to experience hair loss. Cobra pose is recommended to pitta people to help balance this energy. Start by lying on your stomach and place your palms on the floor near your shoulders. Keep your elbows in and lift your chest up. Keep your neck relaxed and in line with your spine. Keep your legs and feet on the floor. Hold the pose for 30 seconds.
Standing Forward Bend
Standing forward bend, or Uttanasana, might help prevent hair loss. Simply come to a standing position with your feet hip-width distance apart. Bend your knees slightly and place your fingertips on the floor. Stretch your tailbone up toward the ceiling and reach your palms to the floor. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, rest and repeat twice.
References
- "Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy"; Mukunda Stiles; 2007
- Yoga Wiz: Hair Loss Remedy in Yoga
- MayoClinic.com: Hair Loss
- "Yoga, The Path to Holistic Health"; B.K.S. Iyengar, 2001
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