Side Effects of HRT

Side Effects of HRT

Hormone Replacement Therapy has some side effects. These side effects are negligible in comparison to the benefits it gives. Hence women should be encouraged to use ERT.

Does HRT have side effects similar to those of birth control pills



The use of HRT has been complicated for menopausal women as well as for prescribing doctors by the contraindications contained in the pharmaceutical data sheets. The similarity between the data sheets for oral contraception's and HRT preparations suggest that the contraindications for the former have been uncritically accepted for the latter.  This has led to the wide spread misconception that oral contraceptive and HRT preparations are similar with regard to contraindications as well as risk for side effects. Since estrogens play such an essential role in the health and well being of women, women should be en

couraged to use ERT so that they continue to enjoy the same quality of life they experienced before menopause.


Are there any drawbacks to HRT

Some patients complain that oral drugs sometimes aggravate menopausal problems.  This could be due to metabolism in the liver and the intestine, resulting in wide fluctuations in plasma hormone levels, changes in hepatic protein synthesis and perturbations of the haemostatic system.

Administering HRT with Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems

HRT is an effective method of easing the menopausal symptoms. Administration of HRT can be oral, parenteral, rectal, vaginal, topical and transdermal. Transdermal Drug Delivery is done through application of patches containing drug to skin. Know more about this method of application.

How is HRT administered

There are various ways of administering HRT. Some of them include: oral, parenteral, rectal, vaginal, topical and transdermal (through the skin).  These treatments can also be classified as oral, percutaneous and transdermal.


What are transdermal drug delivery systems

Transdermal (through the skin) drug delivery system is one way of administering HRT.  Other methods of administering HRT include oral, parenteral, rectal, vaginal and topical.

Transdermal applicators are the patches containing the drug.  They are flat, smooth, discrete and can be used for long term medication. Transdermal delivery systems are not just an alternative route of administration but they improve the therapeutic value of a drug and provide many other advantages including increasing compliance.

Transdermal therapy could be of two types: (a) Reservoir type: Those that control the rate of drug delivery to skin; and (b) Matrix type: Those that allow the skin to control rate of drug absorption.


Why is skin the site for transdermal drug delivery

Skin is one of the most readily accessible organs of the human body. It has a thickness of only a few mm.  Skin is a multi-layered organ composed of many histological layers.  Its three main layers are: the epidermis, the dermis and the hypodermis.

The epidermis is further divided into 5 anatomical layers. The outermost layer is the stratum corneum which is exposed to external environment. The transdermal permeation of neutral molecules at steady state can be considered as a process of passive diffusion through the stratum corneum in the interfollicular region.


General considerations for the use of Transdermal Drug Delivery systems 

The site selected for application should be clean dry and hairless e.g. estradiol patches are applied to buttocks or abdomen, nitroglycerine patches are applied to chest. Scopolamine behind ear. Because of possible occurrence of skin irritation, sites of application for patches are rotated weekly. 
Transdermal patch should not be applied to skin that is already irritated or act so as to ensure maximum absorption. 
Patches should be removed from its protective package being careful not to tear or damage patch. Protective backing should be removed to expose the adhesive layer and it should be applied firmly with the palm of the hand until it is secured in place. 
Patches may be left on when bathing or swimming. If the patch gets dislodged one must re-apply it or it may be replaced.


Benefits and Drawbacks of Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems

Transdermal Drug Delivery systems are the easiest way of ERT. There are some discomforts associated with this but its advantages outweigh the discomforts. Know about this in detail.

Possible discomforts of Transdermal Drug Delivery systems

Transdermal drug delivery systems could be unsuitable for drugs that irritate or sensitize skin. 
The natural limits of drug entry imposed by the skin's permeability indicates that relatively potent drugs are suitable only for transdermal delivery. 
Under various environmental conditions, adhesions of the system to different skin types sometimes result in technical difficulties. 

Advantages of Transdermal Drug Delivery systems

Avoids gastrointestinal tract difficulties during absorption caused by enzymes, drug interactions with food, etc. 
Suitable in instances like vomiting/diarrhoea where oral route is not desirable. 
Avoids first pass i.e. the initial passage of a drug substance through the systemic and portal circulation.
Provides the capacity for multi day therapy with a single application thereby improving patient compliance. Extends the activity of drugs having short half - life through the reservoir of drug present in the delivery system and its controlled release characteristics. 
Therapy can be quickly terminated by removal of the patch from the skin. 
Provides ease of rapid identification of medication in emergencies - non-responsive patients, unconscious or comatose patients. 
Less chances of over or under dosing as the result of prolonged preprogrammed delivery of drug at the required therapeutic rate. 

What is ETS

ETS is a new transdermal hormone replacement therapy that is supposed to be convenient, safe, low dosage estrogen therapy.  It is a once-a-week dosage with a matrix patch, and offers various benefits over the existing treatments:

Physiological low dose hormone
Avoids hepatic first pass
Convenient once a week treatment
Prevents and manages post-menopausal symptoms - early symptoms like depression, anxiety, vaginal dryness, osteoporosis and cardiovascular diseases.

HRT - Hormone Replacement Therapy

What is HRT

Hormone Replacement Therapy is very effective in treating menopausal symptoms. The principal hormones used in HRT are estrogen and progesterone. This therapy reduces the risk of osteoporosis, heart attacks and strokes.

What is Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

All menopausal and post-menopausal women go through estrogen deficient years, which can manifest in both physical and emotional ways leading to impai

rment of the quality of life.  As the female life expectancy has increased, it is possible for a woman to live one third of the life after menopause. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a treatment for menopause given to women to correct the hormonal deficiency in peri- and post-menopausal state.


Which hormones are used in HRT

The principal hormones used in HRT are estrogen and progesterone. There are two types of estrogen available: synthetic and natural. 

Synthetic estrogens: Synthetic estrogens give rise to substances in the plasma which have potent estrogenic activity but which are structurally dissimilar to the estrogens produced by the ovary. Examples include ethinyl estradiol, mextranol and stilboestrol. Synthetic estrogens, as prescribed in the oral contraceptive, exert a pharmacological effect. 
Natural estrogens: Natural estrogens, on the other hand, give rise in plasma to estrogens which are identical to those produced by the pre-menopausal ovary e.g. estradiol, estrone and estriol. These get classified by route of administration i.e. oral or vaginal.

What is the scientific basis of HRT

The problems associated with menopause are due to the deficiency of a female hormone called estrogen.  These problems, therefore, can largely be prevented by estrogen replacement therapy (ERT).  ERT reduces the incidence of osteoporosis, heart attacks, strokes and generally improves the well being and life span of women. For more than three decades estrogens have been prescribed to relieve menopausal symptoms. Treatments like Estrogen Replacement Therapies (ERT) and Hormone Replacement Therapies (HRT) can reduce the gynecological and psychological changes associated with menopause while inhibiting bone resorption and reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.


Benefits of HRT

Hormone Replacement Therapy has many benefits. It reduces the symptoms associated with menopause. It also reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in women. Know about other benefits of HRT.

Reduces psychomotor symptoms

HRT is known to reduce anxiety, irritability, depression, lethargy, flushes and night sweats, headaches, forgetfulness, crying spells associated with the climacteric (menopause). 


Lowers risk of cardiovascular diseases

HRT is known to reduce (LDL) Low Density Lipoprotein cholesterol levels apparently by increasing LDL catabolism that in turn results from an increase in LDL receptor activity. With HRT, (HDL) levels rise particularly the HDL2 subfraction, thus, HRT has a vasoactive effect for cardioprotective action. 

Low dose HRT (estrogens) may also have beneficial effects on the coagulation system. In addition to its cardiovascular protective effect, HRT (Estradiol) also improves existing cardiovascular disease reducing the frequency of angina and migraine. One study suggests improved long-term survival in myocardial infarction. 


Positively affects diabetic women

Estrogens affect glucose and insulin metabolism by improving insulin sensitivity and elimination.  In women with diabetes estradiol - 17b (beta) has been shown to potentiate the vasodialation. Hyper-insulinaemia or higher insulin levels may directly increase the risk of CHD by promoting atherogenesis and indirectly by influencing lipid metabolism. Elevated insulin concentrations are associated with increased triglycerides, increased HDL and HDL2 and increased LDL. 


Prevents osteoporosis 

Estrogen Replacement Therapy has positive effects on Bone Mass Density (BMD). Two years of estrogen replacement therapy increases spine BMD by 5-10%. Estrogen Replacement Therapy has positive effects on the genital tract atrophy.

Psychological Changes

Psychological Changes

Menopause causes many psychological changes in women. Anxiety, irritability and depression are some of the common psychological changes occurring in women, in menopause. Know the main cause of depression in women in menopause.

What are the psychological changes associated with menopause

Anxiety, irritability and depression commonly arise during the climacteric (around menopause time) and are usually the group of symptoms which are worse in the pre-menopause period i.e. a few years before periods cease.
 

Why does depression occur

Falling estrogen levels may reduce dopamine receptor sensitivity or reduce available tryptophan for serotonin synthesis, leading to reduced activity of central nervous system transmitters and consequent depression. Other causes of depression may also occur at the time of menopause. These include loss of reproductive potential, a perceived loss of femininity, marital disenchantment, the 'empty nest' syndrome and career disappointments.


Cardiovascular Diseases

Estrogen has a protective effect on cardiovascular disease in women, but during menopause this estrogen levels decreases thus making women susceptible to cardiovascular diseases. After menopause, women are more prone to heart diseases. Know more about this.

Does menopause increase the risk of heart diseases

Before menopause, heart diseases are uncommon in women who do not smoke, do not have hypertension, hyperlipidaemia (excessive saturated fats in their blood) or diabetes. It is five times more common in men than in pre-menopausal women but once menopause has occurred, the risk of heart disease in women approaches that in men, suggesting a role for the menopausing in this changed risk.

The etiology of heart disease is complex and incompletely understood. However, several studies on the effect of premature menopause on the incidence of heart diseases suggest that earlier the cessation of ovarian function occurs greater the risk of cardiovascular diseases. A role for estrogen deficiency in the etiology of this disease is strongly suggestive.


How does menopause increase the risk of heart diseases

High plasma levels of High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) concentrations protect the heart (cardio-protective), whilst those of Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) concentrations increase the risk of heart disease.  Before menopause, serum LDL levels are lower and HDL levels are higher.  But after menopause, LDL levels increase significantly, and thereby increase the risk of heart diseases.


Do women run a greater risk of heart diseases than men

No.  Before menopause, serum LDL levels are lower in women than in men, and serum HDL levels are higher. Following menopause, LDL levels in women rise but do not exceed the levels in age-matched men.


What is the role of the estrogen in preventing heart diseases

Estrogen in pre-menopausal women has a protective effect on cardiovascular disease, probably mediated through it's effect on the HDL:LDL ratio.  But estrogen may work in other ways such as by a direct effect on blood vessels or by stimulating direct effect on blood flow in organs such as the skin, uterus, vulva and kidneys.



Changes in the Skeletal System (Osteoporosis)

There are many changes in the skeleton of women after menopause. Women have increased risk of osteoporosis. This is due to de-mineralisation of bone.

Is there a risk of osteoporosis because of menopause

Yes.  Approximately 50% of bone loss occurs in the first 5 to 7 years of menopause Thus, the risk of osteoporosis increases tremendously at menopause.


How does menopause affect the skeletal system (bones)

De-mineralisation of bone is potentially the most serious long-term consequence of human menopause. Peak bone mass is reached in the third decade of life. Thereafter there is a progressive reduction in bone mass, with an accelerated loss following menopause.  The precise mechanism of bone loss is uncertain. There is an increase in bone turnover, which disrupts the remodeling process, with bone resorption exceeding formation.

Vasomotor Problems - Hot Flushes

Vasomotor Problems - Hot Flushes

The most common symptoms of menopause are hot flushes and night sweats. These symptoms occur in majority of women. Wh
at are hot flushes? When do they occur ? Know answer to these common questions.

What are hot flushes

Hot flushes are well recognized as the most characteristic manifestation of menopause. The hot flushes and night sweats of vasomotor instability occur in some 75% of women. They may be more abrupt and more severe in women whose menopause is induced suddenly, by surgery or radiotherapy. In most women, these flushes persist for more than a year, and in 25% of cases they may still be present after 5 years.


When and where do hot flushes occur

Hot flushes may occur at any time of day or night and can be precipitated by a variety of common situations such as sleeping, working, recreation, housework or stress. Flushes usually begin in the face, neck, head or chest. Hot flushes may be associated with episodes of sweating, elevation of skin temperature, irritability, lethargy, insomnia and chronic tiredness. Successful treatment of hot flushes will usually relieve associated symptoms of exhaustion and depression. 


Vaginal Changes

Estrogen is the main female hormone, responsible for all reproductive functions. Menopause is due to estrogen deficiency. This deficiency brings about a lot of changes in sexual organs. Vaginal tissues become thinner and lubrication decreases, thus making intercourse painful.

Is menopause responsible for atrophic changes affecting sexual organs

Estrogen deficiency as a result of menopause leads to atrophic changes and reduced blood flow in the genital tract and urethra. This relative ischaemia is related to the atrophic changes, which occur in the genital tract such as thin skin, sparse hair, and vagina shortening and diminished vaginal and cervical secretion. The consequences of these changes are increasing dyspareunia and apareunia, genital tract trauma, loss of libido, voiding difficulties, painful urination, increased urinary frequency, urgency and incontinence.


How can I combat vaginal infections resulting from menopause

Vaginal tissues become thinner with menopause and therefore become more susceptible to irritation and infections.  Vaginal lubrication could also decrease considerably, making  quite painful.  In this case, the use of water-soluble vaginal lubricants could help mitigate this problem.  Estrogen treatment (through Hormone Replacement Therapy) could also reverse vaginal atrophy.


Muscle & Joint Pains, Hair & Skin Changes

Menopause manifests itself in form of different symptoms. Some women may have frequent muscle and joint pain. Other complaints of menopausal women are dry skin, brittle nails and loss of hair. These changes are due to loss of collagen.

Are muscle and joint pain also due to menopause

Frequent muscle and joint pain may also have the same etiology. The role of collagen loss from the bone matrix in the etiology of postmenopausal osteoporosis may be of fundamental importance.  Many women complain of pain in the joints, especially in the knees around the time of menopause.


Does menopause also affect skin, nails and hair

Women often complain of thin dry skin, brittle nails and loss of hair following menopause. It is wrong to assume that these observations are merely manifestations of female vanity because these subjective changes actually occur due to generalized loss of collagen. This loss of connective tissue is responsible for causing thin translucent inelastic skin in the older woman. 

Estrogen Deficiency

Estrogen Deficiency

Estrogen is a female hormone responsible for female sexual development and reproductive function. It is found in greater amounts in females than males. Estrogen deficiency leads to menopause.

What is estrogen

Estrogen is commonly defined as "any family of steroid hormones that regulate and sustain female sexual development and reproductive function".  Estrogens are steroid hormones, made primarily in the female ovaries and the male testes in humans and animals. Known as the female hormones, estrogens are found in greater amounts in females than males.

Why is estrogen important

These essential molecules influence growth, development and behavior (puberty) regulate reproductive cycles (menstruation, pregnancy) and affect many other body parts (bones, skin, arteries, brain etc.)

Modern scientists also define estrogens as materials that stimulate tissue growth by:

Promoting cell proliferation DNA synthesis and cell division in female sex organs breasts, uterus)
Promoting hypertrophy or increasing a cell size, such as which occurs in female breast and male muscle during puberty and initiating synthesis of specific proteins.
The principal functions of estrogen are to control and regulate the following: uterus and external sexual organs, fallopian tubes, breasts, skeleton, protein deposition, bone density, metabolism and fat deposition, hair distribution and skin.

What are the consequences of estrogen deficiency

The major clinical consequences of the post-menopausal period may be attributed to the estrogen deficiency.  The 'menopausal syndrome' refers to a group of physical and psychological symptoms commonly experienced in the climacteric period due to estrogen deficiency.  But as these symptoms often predate menopause, they are also a result of relative estrogen deficiency as well as to fluctuating levels of ovarian hormones.


Common Symptoms of menopause :

Symptoms of menopause varies from woman to woman. Common symptoms are vaginal dryness, depression, tiredness and headaches. Given here is a list of menopausal symptoms and its frequency.

What are the symptoms of menopause (or estrogen deficiency)

The symptoms of menopause are varied, insidious and can frequently be misdiagnosed as endogenous depression, migraine or general debility. However, vasomotor symptoms and vaginal dryness in association with depression, tiredness and headaches of recent onset are characteristic of menopause or estrogen deficiency (although these may not be the initial presenting symptoms or the most distressing symptoms).

The major long-term problems of menopause include the development of adverse changes in blood lipoprotein concentrations, the generalized atrophy of connective tissues and the progressive reduction in bone mass (risk of osteoporosis).


How common are the various menopausal symptoms

Frequency of menopausal symptoms in women aged 45-54 years.
 

Complaint  % of women Irritability  92 % Lethargy  88 % Depression  78 % Flushes and night sweats  75 % Headaches  71 % Forgetfulness  64 % Weight gain  61 % Insomnia  51 % Joint and muscle pain  48 % Palpitations  44 % Crying spells  42 % Constipation  37 % Dysuria  20 % Decreased libido  20 %

GET SENSATIONAL SKIN

What woman wouldn't love to have soft, smooth skin silky to the touch? However, thanks to body hair and various methods of hair removal, silky skin is not easily achievable. Here are some tips on how to keep skin soft and smooth.

Unless you have a very hairy back, don�t wax it. Surprisingly women who have barely discernable body hair on their back still want to wax it, with the result that their backs get getting rough when the hair starts growing back. Soon in-growths or a rash starts developing causing further roughness. If you wear clothes that reveal your back, consider bleaching your hair on the back instead of waxing it.

Massage oil on your body once a week if possible, or at least once a month. Try and organize a massage walli to come in and give you a body massage. Over time your muscles will get more supple, circulation will improve, and your skin texture will smothen. After getting a massage, don't take a shower for at least fifteen minutes to half an hour. Give your body time to absorb the oils. If you have access to a steam room, make sure you get some steam so the pores open and the oils get absorbed better.

Drink at least ten to twelve glasses of water a day. Your skin needs water to remain free from toxins. In addition, water heals and cleans all impurities from the inside out.

As far as possible, shower with cold water. Showering with hot water causes pores to open, with the result that your skin absorbs more of the chlorine in the water than it would if you were to shower with cold water. In addition, cold water increases circulation and cause blood to rush to the skin, infusing it with oxygen and minerals.

When taking a shower, after applying soap scrub your legs well with a pumice stone. This reduces in-growths. Scrub gently though you don't want to get bruised.

If you live in a warm, humid climate, in all likelihood you will perspire more. In addition, dust, pollution and dead skin also contribute to blocking pores. You need to exfoliate skin regularly in order to keep it healthy and supple. Invest in a loofah and scrub your body well while showering. While the pumice stone can be used on the legs, feet, arms and underarms, use the loofah all over the body, taking care to scrub your back well.

Soft Skin Mask

Here's a great mask to put on your skin for instant softness.

You will need:
 1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup oil or vegetable glycerin
A healing substance like Vitamin C crystals or aloe-vera gel
A few drops of essential oil like lavender (optional)

Mix these ingredients together until you have a paste, and apply it all over your body. Leave on for five minutes until the mixture tightens. Wash off with cool to lukewarm water. You will feel the difference in your skin texture almost immediately.

Don't try this just before an important even as it may leave a little redness on your skin depending on how sensitive it is.

ALL ABOUT SKIN WHITENING

Skin whitening remedies are not limited to expensive beauty and skin treatments or usage of cosmetics. You can try skin whitening remedies at home by using natural ingredients. Read on to know what skin whitening is and which home remedies can be used for whitening skin at home.

Skin whitening is the process of lightening the skin colour with the help of creams, soaps and even injections. Although most of these methods give you the results you are looking forward to, but they are not free from side effects and disadvantages. When you use any skin whitening product, your skin is forced to prevent and distribute the production of its natural skin pigment. All these are done with the help of various toxic chemicals that are present in the products.

One of the most unwanted side effects of constant use of these skin whitening products is discolouration of the skin due to which skin gets dark and almost blackish. It can be seen in patches or on the entire face and neck where the product was used. Other side effects are severe drying of the skin, itching and cracking of skin, liver failure, skin cancer, fetal toxicity in pregnant women, mercury poisoning and many more. The worst thing is that the damages caused by these products are not curable.

Home Remedies for Skin Whitening

There are many ways to lighten your skin and if you opt for home remedies, you will feel that most of them are very helpful. However, when you switch to home remedies, it is for sure that you are not going to suffer from any side effects. But at the same time you will have to be prepared to give some time to get results. Here, you are not going to get them instantly.

Take juice of half lemon, half cucumber and add a pinch of turmeric to it. Apply this on your face and leave it for 10 – 15 minutes. Wash with normal water.

Soak almonds overnight, peel them in the morning and make a paste out of them. Take same amount of honey and add to it. Apply this paste for sometime and wash with normal water.

Take 2 spoons of gram flour and add half spoon lemon juice along with a pinch of turmeric and mix it with milk cream. Apply this paste for sometime on your face and then wash.

Mix equal amounts of fresh coconut milk and fresh pineapple juice and apply it on your face, neck and hands. Wash it after sometime.

Take sandalwood powder, tomato juice, cucumber juice and lemon juice in equal amount and mix them all with clean hands. Apply the paste on your face, neck and hands and then after 15 minutes, wash them.

Dry the orange peels in the sun and grind it. Mix fresh raw milk to make a paste of it and apply it on your skin everyday. Wash your face and other areas with lukewarm water.

You can apply potato juice as they work as bleaching agents. It will even help you get your blemishes and pigmentation reduced.

Mix oatmeal with curd and tomato juice. Apply it and keep it on for at least 20 minutes and then wash.

Applying freshly ground mint leaves on your face will also help lighten your skin colour.

Lime juice is natural bleach. Add a pinch of turmeric powder to it and then keep it on for 15 minutes. Wash your face after that.
The home remedies mentioned above are very helpful especially if you apply them regularly. The only thing you will have to keep in mind is that the results will not come out instantly. It will take time.

How to Stop Hair Loss in Women

It is definitely a heart sinking situation when you see your comb filling with hair after you pass it on through your head. You might be getting dry weak hair in your hand as you caress your head with the fingers. It really hurts to see the falling hair over and over again.

People have been spending a lot much money on hair loss issue by visiting a doctor, buying some expensive hair products but the complaint remains the same. Some very sensitive people do pass into a depression when they see no good happening in stopping hair loss. And yes you should be worried as it is a matter of social prestige.

People usually spend a lot of money and think that they are trying their best which is very wrong approach. But to add to your hope, there are lots of things you can do to prevent and stop the falling hair and you will also get the results. And remember, there is no shortcut way to stop hair from falling out.

What actually causes hair to fall out?

Before thinking of some treatment for stopping hair loss in females, you must know the reasons behind that are causing your hair to fall. Just visiting doctor and spending a lot of money is not as useful. Women need to know their hair first. The main culprits for hair loss may be one of the following:

Emotional and physical stress
Hormones imbalance especially female androgens
Birth control pills (as they cause imbalance in androgens)
Inherited hair loss from parents
Irregular immune system
Fungal or the yeast infection
Thyroid gland disorders
Mal nutrition or poor nutrition (vitamin D. iron and protein deficiency)
Allergic reactions
Chemotherapy in cancer or exposure to radiations
Excessive blood loss due to any reason (like pregnancy in females)
Specific drugs like anticonvulsants
Surgery and a chronic disease
Top 5 Tips on How to stop hair loss in women

What can stop hair loss from stress? You might ask. The good news to all the victim females is that you can do a lot about it and can get rid of it. It just requires your good understanding of your hair type, spending little time on your hair instead of money and taking hygienic steps to prevent hair loss in the future.

Here are some useful tips for females to get a healthy hair back and making hair stop falling out fast in less time:

Make up your Vitamins deficiencies

Like all other organs of the body, our hairs also need some compulsory vitamins and nutrients in order to grow and remain healthy. Women should especially look for these they lose them during menstruation and pregnancy.

Vitamin D and vitamin A are also crucial for hair maintenance, the hair become weak and break off easily in the absence of these nutrients. Vitamins supplements can also be used. The biotin, Atlantic cedar treatments are also effective for hair loss solution.

Vitamin A is involved in growth and maintenance of the hair as well as skin. It regulates the retinoic synthesis in the hair follicle. Vitamin A added products are very beneficial in hair loss.

Vitamin B helps the body in handling the stress, which is a leading factor causing falling of hair. Vitamin B12 itself is a component of hairs, so its amounts are crucial for hair health.

Vitamin C helps to absorb iron, a compulsory compound to growth of hairs. These are resent in meat and eggs and also available as supplements.
Vitamin D stimulates the hair follicles and the cells that make the shaft of hair, leading to increased hair and less hair fall.
Cure the chronic disease to prevent hair fall

Figure out the other diseases affecting your body and get them cured as they may be causing hair loss. Certain medications are available that are very effective in preventing and treating hair loss in women. Use spironolactone for the androgens imbalance.

Make sure that your thyroid is not diseased and is working fine. Having other body parts healthy will help to make hair healthy too.

Look up your diet and fill yourself up with proteins

Like vitamins body also needs other nutrients as well so eat a balanced diet that contains all the required nutrients. Hair are themselves a form of protein so how can a female expect to have a long thick hair when she is deficient it protein itself? Focus on fulfilling your body’s protein deficiency.

Hair growth stops in the absence of iron and some amino acids. Iodine is crucial for thyroids. So avoid junk foods, add some raw vegetables, fresh fruits and whole grains to your diet.

Choose your hair products wisely

It is seen that many women are have a craze in using heaps of hair products. Sometimes the most expensive shampoo you use is the culprit for the hair loss. Make sure that your shampoo is not very harsh on hair and suits your hair type. Check out ingredients; buy one containing some extra proteins and vitamins.

Apply some conditioner also to keep the essential oil (sebum) in the hair roots. Avoid the hot irons as they will make your hair very weak and hair will break off very easily.

Abolish your stress

As women are sensitive by nature but Stress has a delirious effect on the whole body so the hairs are also affected in a very bad way. Try to get over it as soon as possible. Share your root causes of stress with your friends and think of the different ways to replace grief with joy.

Home made products to treat hair loss in females

Try applying some homemade and natural things to your hair. Believe me they will do a magic to your hair.

Apply a mixture of yogurt and cheese on your hair. Let it stay for 30 minutes and then wash out with a good shampoo. It’s great in providing the all required vitamins and prevents hair falling fast.

Aloe Vera is just amazing in strengthening the hair and makes the shiny and attractive and is approved by many women. It fulfills the oil deficiency of hair. So apply aloe Vera nectar of the hair at least once in a week.
Applying mustard oil is an ancient and effective way to make the dry and weak hair, stronger ones.
Boil some neem’s leaves (an approved herb) and wash out the hair with that neem’s water and get strong hair and stop them from falling.
The substances like coconut oil, henna, amla, hibiscus and egg contain all the essential hair proteins and will make your hair strong and thick and will prevent the hair falling.

Although a variety of things affects the women hair and causes the hair fall in women but there are also some ways to cope with them in an effective way. Educating you and knowing the possible causes and then preventing them is the best thing for having a healthy hair. Try some of the hair fall treatments given above and prevent the hair loss, keep up good looks and enjoy the life.