Some say I am dramatic at times. However, for most women and men, just thinking that you are losing more than the normal amount of hair Is Something to be dramatic about. For women our hair is considered our crown and pride. For men, let’s say a full head of hair can be your “calling card”. When the tub drain starts looking like a tiny hairy monster has emerged, you may or may not have cause for concern. Just don’t panic.
Not all hair loss is a symptom of baldness. Twice in my life I noticed that my hair was falling more than the normal amount. However, two urgent visits to my dermatologist revealed that I was No going bald.
What is causing my temporary hair loss? The first time I experienced hair loss, it was stress related. Too many major life changes happening at the same time, in combination with my body’s adjustment to the birth control pill, resulted in more hair loss. The fix was easy – over time my body would adjust and balance. The doctor indicated that there was nothing to worry about as my hair was always growing new. (New hair growth is the finer hairs you see sprouting from your scalp!) He was right. My hair fall returned to normal within the following weeks.
The second episode of hair loss, several years later, was caused by my calorie deficit over a period of about two months. This was another easy fix. My dermatologist recommended a daily multivitamin with 1000 mcg of biotin. He said it would take about a month to kick off. it worked.
The bottom line is don’t panic. The normal amount of hair loss is between 150-200 hairs a day; Give or take a little each way. If you’re noticing a higher than normal amount of hair in your brush or shower drain, visit a dermatologist. With blood work he should be able to trace the culprit. There are many temporary causes of hair loss that can be treated. Some of the causes of temporary hair loss are excessive stress, recent weight loss, iron deficiency and thyroid problems. It is also interesting to note three areas where actual biotin deficiencies can occur. They are (1) long-term use of anti-seizure drugs (2) long-term use of oral antibiotics, and (3) long-term consumption of raw egg whites.
I have continued to take Biotin for several years. My hair is very thick, shiny and healthy. People have even commented on how healthy my hair and skin look. There’s no mystery here. Biotin has also been shown to benefit the skin and nails. So, all the credit goes to this miracle vitamin from the “B” family, also known as vitamin “H” or vitamin “B7”. Sometimes it is also called coenzyme “R”. This vitamin is also known to be a factor in reducing depression and may improve blood sugar control in diabetics.
The USDA recommends an Adequate Intake Level (AL) of 30 mcg for adults 19 years and older; lactating women 35 mcg. Since pregnancy can lower biotin levels, the mother may need additional amounts. Biotin is a water soluble vitamin and non-toxic. Even at doses as high as 2,500 mcg (treatment for a specific condition), no known side effects have occurred. However, it is always wise to check with your personal physician to ensure that the increased biotin level does not interfere with your specific health condition or medication. If you want more information, I suggest you read the USDA study on Biotin Found in Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin Go to “National Agricultural Library”. , and Cholin (1998), Chapter 11 Biotin, Study is fascinating.
Remember to enrich your diet daily with foods rich in biotin. Some foods that contain high amounts of biotin are egg yolks, liver, yeast, beef, chicken, peanuts, oats, walnuts, green peas and brown rice.
My last words are don’t panic. Many of us face hair fall many times in our life due to different reasons. In many cases it is not permanent. Remember to see a dermatologist; He may be able to solve your problem. He might even prescribe biotin, as in my case, and those little hairy monsters would disappear.
Source by Rita Duponty
