TLDR;
This video explains how to naturally reverse hair loss, focusing on addressing the root causes rather than just treating the symptoms. It covers the mechanism of hair growth and loss, the role of DHT and insulin resistance, and effective therapies like scalp stimulation, red light therapy, and specific nutrients and foods.
- Androgenetic alopecia is the most common cause of hair loss, influenced by DHT levels and insulin resistance.
- Mechanical stimulation of the scalp and red light therapy can revitalize hair follicles.
- Key nutrients like zinc and vitamin D, along with foods like liver, onions, and sauerkraut, support hair growth.
Introduction: How to reverse hair loss naturally [0:00]
The video introduces the topic of reversing hair loss naturally and discusses the best diet to promote hair growth. The most common cause of hair loss is androgenetic alopecia, which presents differently in men (receding hairline and bald spot) and women (overall thinning). The video aims to explain why hair can grow in some areas (like the chin) but not on the scalp.
Hair growth explained [0:47]
The video explains the structure around hair, including the hair follicle, which is a factory that promotes hair growth. These follicles require a lot of oxygen and energy, supplied by mitochondria. As we age, hormone levels decrease, including testosterone, while dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a more potent form of testosterone, increases. Some hair growth medications work by inhibiting DHT.
Causes of hair loss [1:27]
Testosterone converts to DHT in the body, and as we age, testosterone levels drop while DHT levels rise. Excessive DHT can halt hair growth by causing oxygen deprivation and inflammation in the scalp, leading to scar tissue formation around the hair follicles. This scarring prevents hair from growing, resulting in a shiny scalp. The video addresses whether high DHT levels are solely due to age or genetics, explaining that genetics can activate more of the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT and increase the sensitivity of receptors to this hormone.
The best way to reverse hair loss [4:44]
The primary cause of elevated DHT levels, aside from aging and genetics, is insulin resistance. Insulin resistance leads to increased production of the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT and impairs the liver's ability to regulate testosterone production, resulting in more free testosterone available for conversion to DHT. The video emphasizes the importance of addressing insulin resistance to combat hair loss. One of the most overlooked therapies for hair loss is mechanical stimulation of the scalp to awaken stem cells and break down scar tissue through methods like intensive scalp massage or micro-needling.
Natural remedies for hair loss [8:28]
Micro-needling involves opening the scalp to improve oxygen flow and stimulate the healing process, reactivating stem cells at the cellular level within the tissues. Additionally, the video suggests stimulating the mitochondria within the hair follicles using red or near-infrared light therapy, which helps repair the mitochondria by directing light with a spectrum between 630 and 850 NMS (nanometers) onto the scalp. Rosemary oil is highlighted as a natural alternative to products like Rogaine, improving circulation, reducing DHT production, decreasing inflammation, and protecting mitochondria.
Foods that reverse hair loss [10:14]
Key nutrients for accelerating hair growth include zinc and vitamin D, which stimulate hair stem cells and growth factors. The speaker recommends at least 10,000 IU of vitamin D3 daily and 30-40 mg of zinc. Natural DHT inhibitors include saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, green tea (EGCG), and peppermint oil. The best foods to support hair growth are liver (rich in absorbable iron, zinc, copper, and selenium), onions (containing quercetin, an anti-inflammatory), sauerkraut (high in vitamin C and phytonutrients), and pumpkin seeds (providing magnesium, trace minerals, and acting as a DHT reducer). Addressing insulin resistance is crucial for resolving the root cause of hair loss.