Hair loss at menopausal age

Question : I HAVE been experiencing hair-thinning the past fewmonths. Could this problem be caused by hormonal changes as Ihave reached menopausal age? Answer : Yes, hair-thinning is very much related to the hormonalchanges in the body, especially at menopause. Supplementing yourdiet with evening primrose oil will help to regulate hormonalbalance and improve your thin and fine hair problems. Eveningprimrose oil is also useful in the control of water permeabilityof the skin. There are other factors that may cause hair thinning and hairloss such as stress, poor nutrition, medication and thehereditary factor. Stress will also cause hair follicles toshrink. Thus, stress management is just as important. Antioxidant nutrients such as beta-carotene, vitamins C and Eand selenium are vital in promoting blood circulation to thescalp. Zinc may help prevent hair loss and strengthen the rootsof the hair. Avoid excessive perming, straightening, hair colouring and theuse of hot hair dryers. Also never brush your hair when it isstill wet as this action can weaken and break it. You may usemild shampoo, rinse with cool water and gently towel dry.