Stress Related Hair Loss - 4 Methods of Prevention

Stress is something that we experience every day. While it can have some benefits like increased focus or motivation, stress does come with many side effects. One of the lesser known side effects related to stress is hair loss.

Stress induced hair loss is known as Telogen Effuvium. Under normal conditions a person will lose around 100 hairs per day, however when stress becomes a factor that number can climb to 300-400 hairs per day. 70% of which is scalp hairs. This type of hair loss is usually temporary and hair may recover after the stressful period is over, however there has been some documented cases where it was permanent.

It's important to understand that stress itself isn't the cause of sudden hair loss; however stress usually leads to unhealthy lifestyle choices and bad habits. Since prevention is sometimes the best cure, the trick is identifying the cause of the stress and finding a way to lead a healthy life. By developing coping techniques and healthy living, you should be able to reduce the amount of stress-induced hair loss you will experience.

The following are a few areas in which you should try to focus your efforts:

• Exercise: Any type of physical activity is an effective way of relieving stress. After exercising you will rationally be able to deal with your problem. People who exercise also sleep better and tend to be relaxed.

• Sleep: Abnormal sleep patterns can affect hair loss. People who don't get enough sleep tend to drink a lot of caffeine throughout the day. A good habit to get into is having a regular bed time every night and avoiding caffeine after 6PM.

• Relaxation: By setting aside 20 minutes a day for some quite time, you will be able to focus without stressing.

• Diet: Stress can sometimes lead to the abuse of alcohol, smoking or drinking too much coffee. It's important to get enough vitamins and minerals, so your body has the proper fuel so it can run efficiently.

While sometimes there's no avoiding stress, these simple but effective lifestyle changes can give your body the strength it needs to deal with it, when it happens.

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