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DESCRIPTION
HAIR LIFE CYCLE: Each hair follicle (the small cavity through which hair grows) is always somewhere in its ongoing life cycle that's characterized by three distinct stages: growth, rest and loss.
The first stage, in which hair is grown, is called the anagen phase. This typically lasts two to five years. Next, the follicle goes into a transitional resting stage (catagen) for several days, and finally, in the telogen phase, which lasts three months, hair is shed - normally about 50 to 100 hairs a day. The cycle starts all over again when the follicles begin to sprout new hair.
Thinning and baldness occur when follicles do not replace shed hair. Alopecia is baldness or loss of hair.
The accepted belief among health care providers is that most hair loss is due to a combination of genetics and hormonal changes, such as menopause. A less common form of hair loss is alopecia areata, believed to be an immune response gone awry in which hair falls out in patches that may not grow back.
TYPES OF ALOPECIA:
Alopecia Totalis means the loss of all the scalp hair.
Alopecia Universalis means loss of all body hair, including eyebrows and eyelashes.
Alopecia Areata is the sudden hair loss in circular patches on the scalp. The hair loss is not accompanied by other visible evidence of scalp disease. It can involve hair on the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, genital area and underarms (sometimes). Factors that are involved in hair loss include heredity, hormones, and aging. Researchers have yet to determine the exact cause of hair loss, but some scientists believe the body's immune system mistakes hair follicles for foreign tissue and attacks them. Many suspect a genetic component.
Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) is a less dramatic but more prevalent type of hair loss. It is often referred to as male pattern baldness. AGA is common in men. As the name implies, a genetic or hereditary predisposition to the disorder and the presence of androgens (male sex hormones) are involved in this condition. Research indicates that the hair follicles of individuals susceptible to AGA may have receptors programmed to slow down or shut off hair production under the influence of androgens.
Women sometimes have the same type of hair loss, but it is not usually as extensive and most often does not occur until after menopause. All women experience some hair thinning as they grow older, especially after menopause, but in some cases it begins as early as puberty. In addition, most women lose some hair two or three months after having a baby because hormonal changes prevent normal hair loss during pregnancy.
FREQUENT SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Sudden hair loss in sharply defined circular patches. In rare cases, body hair loss may be total (alopecia universalis).
No pain.
No itch.
CAUSES
Unknown, but heredity and emotional factors, such as stress and anxiety, may contribute to hair loss.
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Occasionally due to thyroiditis or pernicious anemia. An imbalance is the thyroid, such as found in hypothyroidism or an imbalance in the adrenal glands is often a cause of hair loss.
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Hormonal changes such as those seen during menopause and pregnancy. A healthy balance of male and female sex hormones is integral to hair growth, but it's the male hormone testosterone (produced by both men and women) that is associated with hair loss. The hair follicle responds to hormonal levels. Testosterone seems to cause hair loss on the scalp while encouraging hair growth in the pubic and underarm areas. At the onset of menopause, when the body makes fewer female hormones to counter the body's existing levels of testosterone, many women experience hair loss. Supplemental estrogen can help correct the imbalance and promote hair growth.
A high concentration of metals in the body, and autoimmune diseases can sometimes cause hair loss. The autoimmune system (misdirected immune response in which the body's defenses become self destructive) may also be involved.
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Poor circulation.
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Acute illness.
Surgery.
Radiation exposure.
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Skin disease.
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Sudden weight loss.
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High fever.
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Iron deficiency.
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Diabetes.
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Chemotherapy drugs.
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Poor diet.
Vitamin deficiencies.
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RISK INCREASES WITH
Stress.
Family history of alopecia areata.
Poor nutrition.
Exposure to radiation or certain drugs.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Cannot be prevented at present. However, maintaining a health diet and lifestyle, avoiding chemicals and heavy-metal toxins, keeping unstressed, and proper hair care can help. See recommendations throughout this page.
The strands you do have should be handled with care. Be careful of using products that are not natural on the hair. Allergic reactions to chemical in these products occur frequently. Avoid shampoos with detergents such as sodium lauryl sulfate, ammonium laureth sulfate and cocamide DEA, which dry the scalp and hair. Instead, choose products with gentler cleansers, such as castile (made from olive oil) and decyl polyglucose (derived from corn). Other good ingredients to look for in products include the nourishing botanicals jojoba, rosemary, nettle, horsetail, sage and chamomile. Alternate among several different hair care products, using only all-natural and pH-balanced formulas. Most health food stores carry a variety of natural hair care products.
To keep from doing further damage, opt for an easy-to-maintain hairstyle. Do not wear tight ponytails, cornrows, or other styles that pull on the hair. Limit shampooing to two or three times a week, blot hair dry with a super-absorbent towel, detangle with a wide-tooth wooden comb and avoid blow-drying. If you need to use styling products, go for sprays or gels with natural ingredients, such as flaxseed or guar gum, instead of with high isopropyl and ethyl alcohol contents. Consider installing a shower filter to reduce chlorine, which dries the hair and scalp. And definitely forgo curling irons, hot rollers, dyes and perms.
Avoid rough treatment. Do not use a brush or fine-toothed comb, or towel-dry your hair. Also, do not use a blow-dryer or other heated appliances on your hair. Let your hair dry naturally. Hair is fragile when it is wet. Gently pat your hair dry and squeeze out remaining moisture with a towel. Do not comb your hair until it is dry, as wet hair tends to break off. Use a pick to put wet hair in place.
Cover your hair when it is exposed to sunlight. Long exposure to sunlight and seawater can damage the hair.
In the meantime, rather than obsessing about getting your hair to grow back, maintain a healthy lifestyle and keep your spirits up. That's the strategy that many hair loss sufferers have adopted, though it can be challenging. With hair loss, you must be patient. Hair does not grow fast to start with, so when you are correcting a problem, you have to realize it will take months, or maybe years, to correct the problem.
SOME RECOMMENDED SHAMPOOS & CONDITIONERS:
SOME RECOMMENDED STYLING PRODUCTS:
Amazon.com has a large assortment of hair products available for alopecia and proper hair care. Use the search box further down on this page to find the product you need. See other products further down on this page.
EXPECTED OUTCOME
Usually curable with spontaneous new growth, in 18 months to three years. Persons with a few small patches are generally cured completely. The disorder recurs in 25 percent of cases.
POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS
Loss of all hair.
Slow or incomplete regrowth.
TREATMENT
GENERAL MEASURES
It is normal to lose 50 to 100 hairs a day.
Taking large doses of Vitamin A (100,000 IU or more daily) for a long period of time can trigger hair loss, but stopping the vitamin A will often reverse the problem. Often the hair grows back when the cause is corrected.
Consider wearing a hair piece or wig during the acute phase.
In a simple, self-limited case where the alopecia is not noticeable, no treatment may be necessary.
Continue to bathe and shampoo as usual. The disorder is not contagious.
Do not tug on normal hair close to area of hair loss. Avoid rough treatment. Do not use a brush or fine toothed comb, or towel-dry your hair. Also, do not use a blow dryer or other heated appliances on your hair; let it dry naturally. Do not comb your hair until it is dry, as wet hair tends to break off. Use a pick to put wet hair in place. If you have long hair, start combing it from the ends and work up. if you start to detangle by combing straight from the crown down you stand to cause more breakage to your hair. if you have REALLY long hair, do yourself a favor, comb your conditioner thru your hair while in the shower, starting from the ends up. rinse, then when you get out of the shower do your hair turban backwards or you loose all that detangling you did in the first place! Get your hair trimmed every 4-6 weeks to keep the ends healthy.
Lie head down on a slant board fifteen minutes a day to allow the blood to reach your scalp. Massage your scalp daily to improve blood circulation.
Be careful of using products that are not natural on the hair. Allergic reactions to chemicals in these products occur frequently. Alternate among several different hair products, using only all-natural and pH-balanced formulas.
ADDITIONAL RELATED INFORMATIONThe National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF)
14 Mitchell Blvd.
P.O. Box 150760
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 472-3780
(415) 472-5343 (fax)
Website: www.alopeciaareata.com
Website: www.naaf.org
HerAlopecia.com: Women's Hair Loss Information and Support
Website: www.heralopecia.com
American Hair Loss Council
Website: www.ahlc.org
Hairloss Information Center
Website: www.hairloss.com
HerAlopecia: Consumer Hair Loss Information & Support for Women
Website: www.heralopecia.com
HairLossTalk: Women's Hair Loss - Don't Panic! Consumer Hair Loss Information
Website: www.hairlosstalk.com/research/women/
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MEDICATION
Topical steroids may be prescribed. Apply topical steroid once or twice a day unless directed otherwise. Apply immediately after bathing or shampooing for better spreading and penetration. For scalp and groin, use only low-potency steroid products without fluorine. In special cases, you may have injections of steroids into affected areas and be prescribed oral cortisone drugs to take on alternate days.
In some people with alopecia areata, cortisone injections into the hairless patches of the head can trigger hair growth. Anthralin (Dritho-Scalp) cream, applied to the scalp and washed off after an hour, can sometimes stimulate hair growth after few months of use.
Injections of triamcinolone into the scalp may be used for some patients.
Photohemotherapy with PUVA may be recommended. For extensive alopecia areata, a treatment called psoralen plus ultraviolet A radiation therapy, abbreviated PUVA, may be used. This treatment combines the administration of light-sensitizing medication that sensitizes the skin along with (followed by) a controlled exposure dose of ultraviolet-A light rays.
Rogaine, a topical solution developed by the Upjohn Company and containing 2 percent minoxidil, has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of male pattern baldness. This product is now available over the counter in drugstores. However, this drug may cause heart changes if used for a long period of time, researchers at the University of Toronto report. Also, although using minoxidil does result in hair growth, the quality of hair is usually poor and hair growth ceases when the use is discontinued.
Finasteride (Propecia), a prescription medication, is said to be effective for younger men with male pattern baldness who have at least half of their hair remaining. it usually takes at least 3 months to be effective, and results last only as long as the medication is continued.
OTHER OPTIONS
Research conducted at Cornell University suggests that gene therapy may someday be used to stimulate hair growth. Researchers discovered that hair follicles that have genetically been "turned off" can, in effect, be "turned on" again.
Hair transplantation can be a very successful treatment for hair loss if you have enough of your own hair to graft into the bald area. Make sure you find a health care provider skilled in the technique if you decide to pursue a hair transplant.
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ADRENAL DEFICIENCY
Since the adrenal glands produce androgens, which are hormones essential to inducing hair growth, adrenal dysfunction can lead to hair loss. The underlying cause may be stress: The adrenals also produce the stress hormone adrenaline, so prolonged stress can result in adrenal exhaustion and therefore reduce hair growth. Licorice, Siberian Ginseng and Ginseng are all herbs help keep the adrenal glands functioning efficiently.
HERBAL & HOLISTIC RECOMMENDATIONS
Hair loss afflicts everyone. As a matter of fact, all of us normally lose up to 100 hairs a day. About the same amount usually grows back again - or so we hope. Actual hair loss occurs when hair fails to replace itself or when an excessive amount falls out. Women often lose hair during menopause or after childbirth. However, when hair loss is inherited - as it is with male pattern baldness - it cannot be undone, except by surgical transplants. Other factors that contribute to hair loss include chemotherapy; mineral or vitamin deficiencies; thyroid dysfunction; scalp infections; adrenal, arsenic, thallium or lead poisoning; and infections accompanied by high fevers. In most cases, once the underlying toxicity has been remedied, hair loss and replacement rates normalize. Whether caused by genetic or environmental factors, though, natural remedies can stem further loss and also enhance hair health. To be safe, however, any sudden hair loss should be checked by a health care provider.
The first step for basic hair care is to use a very mild shampoo and avoid blow drying your hair on the hottest setting. Also, avoid permanents, dyes, frequent use of a curling iron or tying your hair too tightly in a ponytail, as all these things can damage your hair.
Eat a diet rich in vegetables, whole grains and fruits because vitamin and mineral deficiencies - especially a lack of iron and zinc - can lead to hair loss. If you notice excessive hair loss, see your health care provider to determine whether the cause is a thyroid or adrenal dysfunction, a hormonal imbalance or an organic illness.
Use shampoos and conditions that contain biotin and silica. Aloe Vera gel, Vitamins C and E, and Jojoba oils are very good for the hair. Conditioners containing Chamomile, Marigold, Ginseng, and/or Passionflower help to keep the hair healthy as well.
SHAMPOOS & CONDITIONERS PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Jojoba Shampoo, Jason Natural, 16 fl. oz.
Jason's Jojoba Formula nourishes hair and soothes dry, itchy scalp. 22 Keratin Amino Acids, 3 proteins and Planthenol 3 strengthen hair while pure, imported botanicals, vitamins & minerals give a moisturizing boost. Jason Natural Jojoba Shampoo removes sebum deposits that can cause dandruff, itching and hair loss. It helps correct damage caused by blow drying, perming and too much sun. Continued use can produce dramatic results in as little as two weeks. A great looking natural and healthy shine. Bio-Degradable. Ingredients include purified soft water, aloe vera gel, peg-80 sorbitan laurate, decyl polyglucose, cocamidopropyl betaine, marigold extract, cocobetaine, yucca extract, glycerine (vege), polysorbate 60, jojoba oil, chamomile extract, soyamide dea, polysorbate 20.
TakeHerb: Biotin Shampoo, Hair Fortifying, Jason Natural, 16 fl. oz.
Jason 70% Certified Organic Biotin Shampoo is formulated to gently cleanse hair and scalp and help alleviate dry, itchy scalp, repair damaged hair and split ends with "bio-active" Natural Biotin , Planthenol-3, Certified Organic Extracts of Marigold, Chamomile and Ginseng plus Aloe Vera, Natural Vitamin E, Vitamin A and C, and 22 Keratin Amino Acids. Extra Rich Natural Biotin Shampoo. Hair Nourishing Formula. Concentrated Extra Gentle Super Shine. pH 5.5. For thinning, dry or damaged hair. Revitalizes & Promotes Healthy Growth. UV Sun protection. This revitalizing shampoo is formulated to gently cleanse scalp and helps to alleviate dry, itchy scalp, damaged hair and split ends. Biotin, planthenol-3 and selected botanicals combined with 3 proteins help energize the scalp and promote natural and healthy looking hair. Ingredients include Aqua (Purified Water), Lavendula Angustifolia (Lavender) Hydroflorate, Calendula Officinalis (Marigold) Extract, Anthemus Nobilis (Chamomile ) Extract, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Panax Ginseng (ginseng) Extract, Sodium Myreth Sulfate, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Extract, Lauramide MEA, Biotin, Aloe Barbadensis Gel (Aloe Vera), Natural Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Glycol Stearate, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Decyl Glucoside, Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Tritcum Vulgare (Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein), Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Dimethicone, 22 Keratin Amino Acids, Glycerin (Vege), Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Menthol, Essential Oil Blend.
TakeHerb: Thin To Thick Hair Conditioner, Jason Natural, 8 fl. oz.
Your hair and scalp are aggressed by an increasingly more hazardous environment and this super revitalizing conditioner provides them with precisely the type of complete nutritional, environmental and UV protection you need. Reinforces and strengthens weak, chemically processed hair, by infusing amino acids into the hair cortex. Contains Hawaiian sea kelp, algae extract, purified spring water, ceteareth-20, aloe vera gel, behentrimonium methosulfate, cetearyl alcohol, chamomile extract, acetamide mea, marigold extract, comfrey extract, panthenol, lecithin, glyceryl stearate, panthenol-3, stearyl alcohol, horsetail, cocdimonium hydroxypropyl hydrolyzed keratin, ginseng extract, hydrolyzed wheat protein, wheat oligosaccharides, biosaccharide gum-1, muccopolysaccharides, steardimonium panthenol, vitamin e (tocopheryl acetate), allantoin, vitamin c, jojoba oil, phyto complex of juniper, cedarwood, cypress, yarrow, burdock, lavender, vitamin a (retinyl palmitate), rice protein, benzophene-3, soy protein, tocopheryl nicotinate, folic acid, methylparaben, cysteine, propylparaben, citric acid, essential oils.
TakeHerb: Biotin B-Complex, Thickening Shampoo, Avalon Organic Botanicalsl, 14 fl. oz.
Specifically designed to help restore thinning hair, this thickening shampoo is fortified with an elixir of biotin, saw palmetto and wheat protein to control hair loss, while nourishing follicles. It will help strengthen hair strands and boost body and volum for a healthy scalp and thicker, fuller hair. This thickening shampoo is formulated with nourishing aloe and jojoba, stimulating rosemary, saw palmetto and smoothing, strengthening wheat protein. Contains purified water, organic aloe barbadensis leaf juice, sodium cocoyl sulfate, cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, vegetable glycerin, serenoa serrulata (saw palmetto) fruit extract, panthenol (pro-vitamin B-5), biotin, thiamine, pyridoxine, niacin, riboflavin, polyquaternium-10, wheat protein, soy protein, citric acid, soyamidopropalkonium chloride, jojoba oil, organic helianthus annuus (sunflower) oil, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, ethylhexylglycerin, organic rosamarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf oil and other essential oils. Signature ingredient: Made with a healing complex of B vitamins to heal and stimulate the hair and scalp. With biotin to provide body and shine to hair, niacin to heal and nourish the hair while increasing scalp circulation and stimulating hair follicles, and Panthenol to deeply moisturize the hair.
TakeHerb: Biotin B-Complex, Thickening Conditioner, Avalon Organic Botanicalsl, 14 fl. oz.
Specifically designed to heal and restore thinning hair, this thickening conditioner is fortified with an elixir of biotin, saw palmetto and wheat protein to control hair loss, while nourishing follicles and restoring thinning hair. It will also strengthen hair strands and boost body and volume for a healthy scalp and thicker, fuller hair. This thickening conditioner is formulated with aloe and jojoba in addition to biotin, B vitamins, health-promoting saw palmetto and smoothing, softening wheat protein. Certified organic lavandula angustifolia juice and certified organic saw palmetto (sarenoa serrulata) and aloe barbadenis, cetyl alcohol (from coconut), vegetable emulsifying wax, certified organic sunflower oil (helianthus annuus), certified organic wheat protein (triticum aestivum), biotin and niacin (vitamin B complex), certified organic jojoba oil (simmondsia chinensis), panthenol (pro-vitamin B5), vegetable glycerin, zinc gluconate, citric acid, methylpropyl parabens, grapefruit seed extract (citrus grandis) and pure essential oils. Signature ingredient: Made with a healing complex of B vitamins to heal and stimulate the hair and scalp. With biotin to provide body and shine to hair, niacin to heal and nourish the hair while increasing scalp circulation and stimulating hair follicles, and Panthenol to deeply moisturize the hair.
TakeHerb: Angel Baby Shampoo & Wash, Soothing & Gentle, Earth Mama Angel Baby, 5.3 oz.
USDA Certified Made with Organic Ingredients, Angel Baby Shampoo & Body Wash is a gentle, real castile soap - not a harsh detergent. With soothing organic Calendula, zero toxins and no artificial fragrance, just a sweet, light natural scent from pure organic Vanilla and organic Sweet orange essential oils. It's the perfectly safe baby shampoo, body wash, or hand soap for your entire family. Contains saponified Cocos nucifera (organic coconut) oil, Saponified Olea europaea (organic olive) oil, Aloe barbadensis (organic aloe) leaf juice, Vanilla planifolia (organic vanilla) bean extract, Citrus sinensis (organic orange) oil, Kosher vegetable glycerin, Potassium citrate, Butyrospermun parkii (organic shea) butter, Calendula officinalis (organic calendula) extract.
TakeHerb: Chamovera Shampoo, Home Health, 8 fl. oz.
Chamovera Chamomile Shampoo is a balanced shampoo for all hair types that gently cleanses hair, soothes the scalp and improves scalp condition. Home Health Chamovera Chamomile Shampoo. PH balanced for all hair types. Rich, natural and gentle. Cleans hair and improves scalp condition. Chamovera Chamomile Shampoo gently cleanses hair and scalp, leaving hair healthy and lustrous while improving scalp condition. Its natural ingredients include: Chamomile Extract - to soothe and improve scalp condition. Aloe Vera - a moisturizer and protectant for scalp and hair. Biotin and Horse Chestnut Extract - to repair split ends while adding body and sheen. Vitamins A, B-3, B-8, E anf F - essential nutrients for healthy scalp and hair. Contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamide DEA, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Deionized Water, Aloe Vera, Chamomile Extract, Herbal Fragrance, Retinal (vitamin A), Tocopherol (vitamin E), Arachidonic, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid (vitamin F), Biotin (vitamin H), Calcium D - Pantothenate (vitamin B-3), Inositol (vitamin B-8), Horse Chestnut Extract, Thyme Oil, Lemongrass Oil, Polysorbate 20, Citric Acid.
TakeHerb: Rainwater Hemp Shampoo, Natures Gate, 18 fl. oz.
Highly nourishing shampoo with Virgin Hemp Seed Oil naturally rich in Essential Fatty Acids (EFA) along with Extracts of Jaborandi, Butcher's Broom, St. John's Wort, Jaboncillo, Milk Thistle, Oil of Jojoba and Borage. An exotic, highly nourishing shampoo for all types of hair. Contains Virgin Hemp Seed Oil, which is high in EFA's that nourish the scalp while adding luster, sheen and body. Ingredients include Water Extract of Indian Hemp, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide MEA, Hemp Seed Oil, Panthenol (B-5), Extracts of Jaborandi, Butcher's Broom, Pimento Dioica (Allspice), Soapberry (Jaboncillo), Hypericum Perforatum (St. John's Wort), Silybum Marianum Ethyl Ester (Milk Thistle), Sambucus Nigra (Elderflower), Chrysanthemum Coccineum (Chinese Chrysanthemum), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Borage Seed Oil, Jojoba Oil, Citric Acid, Caramel, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Diazolidinyl Urea, Fragrance Oils.
TakeHerb: Rainwater Tea Tree Oil Shampoo, Natures Gate, 18 fl. oz.
A pure and gentle shampoo made with the softest water and a coconut oil base with Tea Tree Oil and pure extractions of Comfrey, Goldenseal, Arnica, Balm Mint, Soap Bark, Chamomile, Nettle, Rosemary, Hops, Watercress and Panthenol. Excellent non-medicated dandruff-control shampoo blended with Tea Tree Oil and other effective botanicals to help control flaking and itching. Gentle, pH-balanced herbal antiseptic formula. Ingredients include Water Extract of Melaleuca Alternifolia Extract (Tea Tree Oil), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamide Dea, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Extracts of Comfrey, Goldenseal, Arnica, Balm Mint, Soap Bark, Chamomile, Nettles, Rosemary, Hops and Watercress, Hydrolyzed Keratin Protein, Panthenol, Peppermint Oil, Citric Acid, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Diazolidinyl Urea, Chlorophyllin.
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MEDICINAL TEAS
Herb teas made from Nettles or Horsetail contain a large amount of silica, which is important for healthy hair and tissue regeneration. Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 2 teaspoons of the herb. Steep for 10 minutes, strain. Drink 1 cup of freshly brewed tea 3 times daily. Caution: Silica can irritate the kidneys if used long-term. Take regular breaks from the tea and avoid it if you have a history of kidney stones.
NETTLE PRODUCTS
Mountain Rose Herbs: Nettle Leaf, Certified Organic, Bulk Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Nettle Leaf Powder, Certified Organic, Bulk Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Nettle Root, Certified Organic, Bulk Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Nettle Root Powder, Certified Organic, Bulk Herbs
Starwest Botanicals: Nettle Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Organic, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Nettle Leaf Powder, Organic, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Nettle Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Nettle Leaf (Urtica dioica), Cut & Sifted, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Nettle Leaf (Urtica dioica), Cut & Sifted, Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Nettle Leaf Powder (Urtica dioica), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Nettle Root (Urtica dioica), Cut & Sifted, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Nettle Root (Urtica dioica), Cut & Sifted, Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Nettle Root Powder (Urtica dioica), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Nettle Root Power, Natures Herbs, 60 Caps
HerbsPro: Nettle Leaf Tea, Alvita, 24 Tea Bags
HerbsPro: Organic Nettle Leaf Tea, Traditional Medicinals Tea, 16 Bags
HerbsPro: Nettle Blend Extract, Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Nettle Glycerite Extract, Alcohol Free, Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Nettle Blend Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Nettle Glycerite Extract, Alcohol Free, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Stinging Nettle Leaf, Enzymatic Therapy, 600 mg, 90 Caps
HerbsPro: Nettle Root Extract, Now Foods, 250 mg, 90 VCaps
HerbsPro: Nettle Root Power, Natures Herbs, 60 Caps
House of Nutrition: Nettle Blend Extract (Urtica dioica), Herb Pharm, 8 fl. oz.
House of Nutrition: Nettle Leaves, Solaray, 450 mg, 180 Caps
House of Nutrition: Nettle Herb, Natures Way, 870 mg, 100Caps
TakeHerb: Nettles, Freeze Dried, Allergen Exposure Support, Oregon's Wild Harvest, 90 VCaps
TakeHerb: Nettles Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
SILICA, SHAVEGRASS, HORSETAIL PRODUCTS
Horsetail has a recorded history going back to the Devonian period, almost 350 million years ago. The plant at that time was as tall as a modern palm tree. Horsetail, not to be confused with cat-tail, is possibly the most abundant source of silica in the plant kingdom, so much in fact that the herb can be used for polishing metal. It got the name "scouring rush" from this very application. Silica helps to soothe and strengthen connective tissue and is a vital component for bone and cartilage formation. It helps the body to absorb and utilize calcium, which is of great value in treating fractures ad bone diseases, including rickets and osteoporosis. Horsetail is used to strengthen bones, teeth, nails and hair. The improved cartilage helps to lessen inflammation and combat joint pain, arthritis, gout, muscle cramps, hemorrhoids, spasms and rheumatism. A French company was awarded a patent that includes isolated silica compounds from Horsetail for treating many bone disorders and rheumatoid arthritis. Women may not only find Horsetail beneficial for strengthening bones, hair and nails, but the silica is also thought to promote the growth of collagen (the protein found in connective tissue), which is a great help for improving skin health. Horsetail may be added to skin care products and to anti-ageing lotions. The beta-carotene content in Horsetail, a compound closely related to vitamin A and sometimes the precursor to vitamin A, is believed to be beneficial to good eye health. Researchers have claimed that this nutrient may significantly decrease the risk of developing night blindness, dryness of the conjunctiva and cornea and other eye disorders. The highly nutritious qualities of Horsetail has been effective in promoting healthy hair and nails. The silicon and magnesium content in Horsetail is said to be very helpful for improving the quality of hair. There are claims that silicon (which may be found in vegetables, fruits, horsetails and oats, etc.) will strengthen hair and cause thickening of nails and hair within weeks. There are also reports that it promotes faster growth. When used externally, Horsetail has been used to stop bleeding wounds and promote rapid healing. It is thought to be a good wash for swollen eyelids and when used in a bath, will invigorate the body and increase circulation and metabolic rate by feeding the body through the skin.
It has had other uses during the ages including being used for kidney and bladder ailments, and as an ingredient in shampoos, skincare products, and in dietary supplements. It has been used as an American folk remedy for gout and gonorrhea, and in traditional Chinese medicine for dysentery with blood, sore throat, and malaria. Modern herbalists usually use it for kidney stones, urinary tract infections, inflamed prostates, and anemia. The German E commission describes its use for urinary tract problems and as a diuretic.The primary use of the herb is as a mild diuretic and has been used to promote urination and help to relieve kidney and gallbladder disorders. . Gently stimulating increased urinary flow, horsetail helps "flush" infectious bacteria out of the bladder without altering the body's balance of electrolytes. The powdered form of the herb is better when electrolytes may be depleted. When taking horsetail powder for its diuretic effect, be sure to drink extra water for maximum benefit. Avoid if there are kidney stones. Horsetail is used to treat a urine infection and an enlarged prostate gland in men. The herb is used to reduce urinary tract irritation and help relieve prostatitis, cystitis and urethritis. Horsetail's further effects on the urinary tract have been used to treat enuresis (bed wetting) in children and incontinence (loss of urine) in adults. Horsetail is considered mild enough for use by delicate and weak persons (although not for prolonged periods of time). Horsetail is a powerful astringent that has made it effective for treating both internal (bleeding ulcers, etc.) and external bleeding. Those same properties have been employed to treat urinary incontinence and bed-wetting. This is also said to be helpful for edema in some cases of arthritis and swelling of the legs, as well as tuberculostatic conditions. It is also the form of the herb being investigated as a treatment for age-related memory impairment. In very high doses, horsetail is sedative and anticonvulsant. Do not take horsetail herb if you take an ACE inhibitor for high blood pressure and you have congestive heart failure, as the combination of the herb and the drug can cause accumulation of excessive potassium. Not recommended while pregnant. Toxicity similar to nicotine poisoning has been seen in children who ingest large amounts.
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Starwest Botanicals: Shavegrass Herb (Horsetail), Cut & Sifted, Organic, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Shavegrass Herb Powder (Horsetail), Organic, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Shavegrass Herb (Horsetail), Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Shavegrass Herb (Horsetail) Powder, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Shavegrass Herb Capsules (Horsetail), Organic, 350 mg, 100 VCaps
Starwest Botanicals: Shavegrass Herb Capsules (Horsetail), Organic, 350 mg, 500 VCaps
Kalyx: Horsetail Extract, Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Horsetail Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Horsetail Extract, Natures Answer, Alcohol Free, 1 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Horsetail (Shavegrass) 7%, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps
Kalyx: Horsetail Grass, Natures Answer, 90 Caps
Kalyx: Horsetail Extract, Organic, Natures Way, 100 Caps
HerbsPro: Horsetail Extract, Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Horsetail Extract, Eclectic Institute, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Horsetail Grass Extract, Organic, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Horsetail Extract, Natures Answer, Alcohol Free, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Horsetail Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Horsetail Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Horsetail (Equisetum arvense), Eclectic Institute, 375 mg, 50 Caps
HerbsPro: Horsetail (Equisetum arvense), Eclectic Institute, 375 mg, 90 Caps
HerbsPro: Single Herb Horsetail, Dr. Christophers Formulas, 440 mg, 100 VCaps
HerbsPro: Horsetail Grass, Natures Way, Organic, 440 mg, 100 Caps
HerbsPro: Horsetail Grass, Natures Answer, 450 mg, 90 Caps
HerbsPro: Horsetail Grass Tea, Alvita Teas, 24 Bags
House of Nutrition: Horsetail Extract (Equisetum arvense), Herb Pharm, 8 fl. oz.
House of Nutrition: Horsetail Grass Max-V, Douglas Labs, 300 mg, 60 VCaps
House of Nutrition: Horsetail Extract, Solaray, 400 mg, 60 Caps
TakeHerb: Shavegrass (Horsetail) Herb, Organic, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb
TakeHerb: Shavegrass (Horsetail) Herb Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb
TakeHerb: Horsetail Grass, Dr. Christopher's Original Formulas, 475 mg, 100 VCaps
TakeHerb: Silica With Bioflavonoids, Alta Health Products, 60 Tabs
TakeHerb: Silica With Bioflavonoids, Alta Health Products, 120 Tabs
TakeHerb: Super Silica Complex, Futurebiotics, 60 Tabs
TakeHerb: Silica, World Organics, 10% Silica, 500 mg, 200 Tabs
TakeHerb: Horsetail Extract, Alcohol-Free, Nature's Answer, 1 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Shavegrass (Horsetail) Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Horsetail Grass Tea, Caffeine Free, Alvita Teas, 24 Bags
TakeHerb: Silica Complex, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 180 Tabs
HERBAL THERAPY
Herbal remedies increase circulation, disinfect the scalp and stimulate hair growth.
Use Apple Cider Vinegar and Sage tea as a rinse to help hair grow. Catmint (Catnip) or Chamomile infusions used as a final rinse can help with itchiness, a source of hair loss. Ginger can either taken as a tea or applied to the scalp.
Ginkgo Biloba improves circulation to the scalp.
Licorice extract and may help prevent hair loss. It can be taken orally and/or used topically. Licorice can increase blood pressure, so if you have high blood pressure be sure to consult with your health care provider before using licorice internally.
Horsetail is a good source of silica, necessary for strong, sleek, and shiny hair. Silica is a component in healthy hair. To shampoo hair, steep 2 tablespoons Horsetail in 4 ounces of hot water and add to a baby shampoo.
Kombucha tea has been reported by some to help halt hair loss.
MoonDragon's Nutrition Therapy Information: Kombucha Tea
KOMBUCHA TEA PRODUCTS
Kombucha is a medicinal mushroom that may be beneficial for cancer, allergies, arthritis, intestinal disorders, circulation related problems, energy levels, HIV, AIDS, and overall health and vitality. It may also benefit abdominal pain, asthma, blood pressure, candida (yeast overgrowth), cholesterol levels, chronic fatigue syndrome, colds, diabetes, skin disorders, emphysema, endometriosis, fibromyalgia, gout, changing hair color, heart trouble, hemorrhoids, hepatitis-C, hernia, liver disorders, menstrual imbalances, migraine headaches, nervous system, poison ivy, prostate problems, eye disorders, and varicose veins.
Kalyx: Kombucha, Pronatura, 555 mg, 90 Caps
Kalyx: Kombucha Press Extract Liquid, Pronatura, 3.38 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Kombucha Press Extract Liquid, Pronatura, 50 ml. (1.69 fl. oz.)
HerbsPro: Kombucha Capsules, Pronatura, 555 mg, 90 Caps
HerbsPro: Kombucha Press Extract, Pronatura, 1.69 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Kombucha Press Extract, Pronatura, 3.38 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Kombucha Tea, Pronatura, 33.8 fl. oz.
House of Nutrition: Garden Of Life's Vitamin Code Raw Kombucha, 60 Caps
TakeHerb: Cat's Claw & Kombucha Tea, Yogi Teas, 16 Tea Bags
Green Tea (Camellia sinensis) may be a safe remedy for women to take for hair loss.
TEA TREE OIL TO STIMULATE HAIR GROWTH
Tea Tree Oil has been shown to be a successful remedy against skin bacteria and fungi, so when there is hair loss due to ringworm, inflammation of the follicles or other infections, Tea Tree Oil may help. Massage a few drops of Tea Tree Oil, plain or mixed with Olive Oil or shampoo, into your scalp every day. It will work to disinfect your scalp, help to normalize your hair's oils and restore the natural moisture on your scalp.
Tea Tree Oil combats bacteria and mites that may cause hair loss. Massage 10 drops into the scalp, then shampoo your hair in the usual fashion.
Saw Palmetto is a small shrub sometimes known as the dwarf American palm, Sabal serrulata, or Serenoa repens. This plant can be found in its natural habitat of the South Western United States. It is among the herbs making medical headlines. Saw palmetto has been under investigation for many years. The saw palmetto extract is known as the drug "Permixon" in medical literature. Permixon is a saw palmetto berry extract. The key important ingredient is an n-hexane lipidosterolic agent. This might also be described as a phytosterol (plant sterol). Saw palmetto is shown in clinical trials to have some impact on benign prostatic hyperplasia - or enlarged prostate. This is prostate enlargement not due to cancerous cells. The prostate is particularly sensitive and responsive to estrogen and testosterone hormone concentrations. To treat human prostatic hyperplasia, a oral dose of 160 mg saw palmetto extract is given twice a day and has shown significant improvement for individuals with prostatic hyperplasia problems. Because this condition has been linked to an increase in the same hormones related to hair loss (androgens, including testosterone) at least some experts believe that saw palmetto may work much like the hair loss drug finasteride (Propecia or Proscar), which was originally developed to treat prostate enlargement. While there are no clinical trials attesting to saw palmetto's usefulness as a treatment for hair loss, there is at least some reliable research showing that it can stop or at least reduce androgen activity within the hair follicle. Whether or not this can stop hair loss in women is completely unknown. If the herb is strong enough to effect androgen pathways, then women should not be taking it without their health care provider's approval. This is particularly important if they are using any form of female hormones, including HRT (menopausal hormone replacement therapy), birth control pills, or even phytoestrogens (such as soy). Adverse events reported when taking saw palmetto are largely gastrointestinal such as nausea and abdominal pain. These side effects are most likely to occur when taking saw palmetto without food. If taken after a meal, the side effects were greatly reduced. Saw palmetto is well tolerated by the majority of people.
Nettle also known as Stinging Nettle (Radix urticae) root is another plant investigated for treating benignprostate hyperplasia and has been used as an alternative treatment for androgenic alopecia.
Pumpkin Seed Extracted Oil has also been suggested to affect the activity of testosterone in the body in similar fashion to saw palmetto. Pumpkin Seed Oil has been shown to contain antioxidants and has been used to reduce inflammation in disease.
PUMPKIN SEED OIL PRODUCTS
Pumpkin Seed Oil is rich in zinc, and Vitamins A and E and Omega 3 and Omega 6 essential fatty acids. All important nutrients for a healthy prostate. In addition to aiding the prostate, Pumpkin Seed Oil can help you achieve smoother skin, increase your energy levels, optimize your brain functions as well as assist in bladder functioning. With so much to offer, be sure to take it everyday! The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Pumpkin seed for Irritated bladder condition, micturition problems of benign prostatic hyperplasia stages 1 and 2. Average daily dosage is 10 grams of seed or equivalent preparations. Mode of Administration: Whole and coarsely ground seed and other galenical preparations for internal uses. The unique chemistry of pumpkin seeds has been shown in double-blind trials to effectively reduce symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Trials in Thailand have shown that eating pumpkin seeds as a snack can help prevent the most common type of kidney stone, called a calcium oxalate stone. Pumpkin seeds appear to reduce levels of substances that promote stone formation in the urine and increase levels of substances that inhibit stone formation. Pumpkin seeds are quite safe for long-term consumption.
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Kalyx: Pumpkin Seed Oil, Organic & Vegan, Health From The Sun, 1000 mg, 90 Softgels
Kalyx: Pumpkin Seed Oil, Urinary Support, Thompson Nutritional, 1000 mg, 60 Softgels
House of Nutrition: Bioforce's Curbita Pumpkin Seed Oil, 1000 mg, 30 Caps
HerbsPro: Full Spectrum Pumpkin Seed Oil, Planetary Herbals, 2000 mg (2 g), 90 Softgels
HerbsPro: Full Spectrum Pumpkin Seed Oil, Planetary Herbals, 2000 mg (2 g), 45 Softgels
House of Nutrition: Professional Botanicals Pumpkin Seed Oil, 60 Gels
House of Nutrition: Pumpkin Seed Oil, Solaray, 1000 mg, 90 Caps
House of Nutrition: Bija's Organic Hydro-Therm Pumpkin Seed Oil, 8.5 fl. oz.
House of Nutrition: Omega Nutrition Pumpkin Seed Oil, 12 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Pumpkin Oil, Nutritional Oil, Now Foods, 1000 mg, 100 Softgels
TakeHerb: Pumpkin Seed Oil, Good'n Natural, 1000 mg, 100 Softgels
TakeHerb: Pumpkin Seed Oil, Thompson Nutritional Products, 1000 mg, 60 Softgels
TakeHerb: Pumpkinol, North American Herb & Spice, 12 fl. oz.
Aloe, Nettles, Birch leaves and Watercress are excellent blood and skin cleansers. Drink 1 tablespoon of juice of Stinging Nettle, Birch leaves and Watercress, mixed in a glass of water to cleanse the blood.
BIRCH PRODUCTS
Antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory, birch bark has been used to treat skin outbreaks for centuries. Birch bark is used for chronic or severe skin problems, a decoction of birch bark is sometimes used as a wash or bath additive for bathing skin eruptions (boils and sores). The inner bark contains an oil which is sometimes substituted for wintergreen in liniment. Poultices, liniments and salves of Birch Bark were used by American Indians to heal burns, wounds, and bruises, and relief for eczema and psoriasis. Recent investigations suggest that the chemical betulin found in the bark may be useful in the treatment of melanoma (although not as the sole treatment for the condition). Birch Bark has been used as a mild sedative and that has helped to relieve temporary sleepness. The young shoots and leaves secrete a resinous substance having acid properties, which, combined with alkalies, is said to be a tonic laxative. Teas of the bark may also relieve joint pain associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or gout. Birch is diuretic, ridding the body of excess water and easing bloating. It has been helpful in combating urinary tract infections, cystitis, prostatitis and kidney stones. Do not take birch bark or leaf internally if you have difficulty going to the bathroom. The leaves have a peculiar, aromatic, agreeable odor and a bitter taste, and have been employed in the form of infusion (Birch tea) in gout, rheumatism and dropsy, and recommended as a reliable solvent of stones in the kidneys. Birch leaf teas relieve bladder and kidney infections by acting as a diuretic, effectively flushing the infectious microorganisms out of the body. For best results, you should also take unsweetened cranberry or blueberry juice. Do not use birch leaf if you are already taking another diuretic, especially if you are taking Lasix (furosemide). The oil is astringent, and is mainly employed for its curative effects in skin problems, especially eczema, but is also used for some internal maladies. The inner bark is bitter and astringent, and has been used in intermittent fevers - as a diaphoretic, it produces perspiration (cleansing toxins from the body through the skin) and, as such, helps to cool the body and reduce fever, making it helpful for easing the discomforts of colds and flu symptoms. The vernal sap is diuretic. Birch Bark is a wonderful pain reliever and anti-inflammatory. A glycoside in the Birch Bark decomposes to produce methyl salicylate, which is the natural forerunner of synthetic aspirin, and has been invaluable for relieving headaches and general, overall pain. It also helps to alleviate the inflammation of rheumatism, arthritis and gout and helps to ease the pain of swollen and painful joints. Used in its aspirin form, Birch Bark is a blood thinner and is included in many heart-ailment regimens. Birch also occupies an important culinary place and has been included in salads, condiments and the ever-popular Birch Beer. Some constituents in Birch Bark include saponins, tannin, betulin, betulinic acid, flavonoids (hyperoside, luteolin and quercetin) and glycosides (methyl salicylate).
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Mountain Rose Herbs: Birch Leaf (Betula spp.), Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Starwest Botanicals: Birch Bark (Betula pubescens), Cut & Sifted, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Birch Bark (Betula alba), Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Birch Bark Extract (Betula alba), Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Birch Bark Extract (Betula alba), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Birch Bark Extract (Betula alba), Health & Herbs, 16 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Birch Bark Powder (Betula alba), Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps
Kalyx: Birch Beer, Kutztown Bottling Works, 24 / 24 oz.
HerbsPro: Birch Cellulite Oil, Weleda, 3.4 fl. oz.
House of Nutrition: Birch Sweet Essential Oil (Betula alleghaniensis), Amrita Aromatherapy, 1/3 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Birch Extract, Anti-Inflammatory & Astringent, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Birch Bark (Betula pubescens), Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
WATERCRESS PRODUCTS
Watercress is a good expectorant which is beneficial for coughs, bronchitis, tuberculosis, and catarrh of the upper respiratory tract. It is stimulating to glandular activity by its minerals of iron and iodine. It helps to regulate metabolism and bile flow. Watercress has long been used to treat sore throat and stuffy nose, but recent research suggests that it may have a much more vital use: preventing cancers of the throat and lungs in smokers. Diets that include watercress may help to inhibit the formation of 4- (methylnitrosamino)-1-(3-pyridyl-1-butanone), or NNK. This chemical is a carcinogen present in tobacco that most likely contributes to the etiology of lung cancer, as well as of mouth and throat cancers. One thing you must know to use watercress in your cancer prevention diet is that the herb only releases the compounds that counteract the carcinogenic chemicals in tobacco smoke if the watercress is chewed. Taking a watercress capsule will not have the desired anti-cancer effect. Watercress helps to restore physical endurance to the convalescent and debilitated individuals. It is invigorating to the digestion and helps to lower blood sugar levels. Other uses include gout, freckles, pimples, skin spots, anemia, to strengthen the gums when chewed raw, and as a poultice for arthritis and gout when mixed with sea salt. It is high in vitamin C. Dried or extract of Watercress can be used as a substitute for fresh in recipes or as a nutritional supplement. Watercress contains more iron than spinach, provides more calcium than milk, has three times as much vitamin E as lettuce, is packed with vitamins A and C, is low in calories and carbohydrates, offers 150 percent more folic acid that broccoli and also contains significant amounts of protein, lysine, arginine, potassium and beta carotene. Excessive use of Watercress may lead to kidney problems. It is NOT for daily used and for no more than 4 weeks. The undiluted juice may cause inflammation of the throat and/or stomach. Some herbalists say it should not be used with pregnancy. The safety of watercress during pregnancy and for children under 4 has not been established. Do not use watercress if you have peptic or duodenal ulcers or if you have nephritis.
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Starwest Botanicals: Watercress Herb, Organic, Cut & Sifted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Watercress Herb, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Watercress Herb Powder, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Watercress Extract (Nasturtium officinale), Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Watercress Extract (Nasturtium officinale), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Watercress Extract (Nasturtium officinale), Health & Herbs, 16 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Watercress Herb (Nasturtium officinale), Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Watercress Herb Powder (Nasturtium officinale), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
TakeHerb: Watercress Extract, Regulates Metabolism, Increase Endurance, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Watercress Herb, Cut & Sifted, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 pc.
Parsley used as a tea strengthens the kidneys. A tea made from Red Raspberry and Blackberry leaves is also good for the kidneys.
Massage the scalp regularly with tinctures of Nettle, Birch, Horsetail and Rosemary for hair growth stimulation, increase blood circulation, and to disinfect the scalp.
ROSEMARY PRODUCTS
Sweet-smelling Rosemary is a traditional meat preservative. As Rosemary does not lose its flavor by long cooking, it is popular in meat dishes, soups, stews, souffles and breads. It is often used to flavor vinegar. It is quite strong and should not be overused. In herbal medicine, Rosemary contains Eucalyptol (cineole), a potent antibacterial that relaxes the lung's smooth muscles. Carnosol inhibits cancer formation. Rosmarinic acid is only one of Rosemary's many proven antioxidants. This, of course, explains its traditional role in meat preservation. Rosemary is traditionally used for headache and depression, as well as memory enhancing. The neurotransmitter acetyhlcholine, and important element of memory, seems to be protected from breakdown by Rosemary. Tests have demonstrated Rosemary’s ability to control spasms in the gallbladder and upper intestine, improve the flow of blood to the heart, and strengthen the action of the heart muscle. This has a toning and calming effect on the digestion, especially where psychological tension is present. It is externally in hair lotions or tonics for its odor and effect in stimulating the hair-bulbs to renewed activity and preventing premature baldness. An infusion of the dried plant (both leaves and flowers) combined with borax and used when cold, makes one of the best hairwashes known. It forms an effectual remedy for the prevention of scurf and dandruff. The oil is also used externally as a rubefacient and is added to liniments as a fragrant stimulant. Rosemary wine when taken in small quantities acts as a quieting cordial to a weak heart subject to palpitation, and relieves edema by stimulating the kidneys. Rosemary leaves and flowers can be made into an infusion to be taken as a good remedy for headache, colic, colds and nervous diseases. It will help relieve nervous depression and used as a antispasmodic. Rubbing oils (Thyme, Rosemary, Lavender and Cedarwood) into the scalp helped with alopecia for 44 percent of patients vs 15 percent of controls in a 7 month, double blind study of 86 patients (Hay 1998). Three minutes of aromatherapy to 40 adults decreased frontal alpha and beta power, suggesting increased alertness. They also had lower anxiety scores, and were faster, but not more accurate, at completing math computations (Diego 1998). Lowering of plasma levels of dienic conjugates and ketones, and activation of catalase in red cells characteristic of antioxidant effect were observed in exposure of 150 bronchitis patients to essential oils of Rosemary, Basil, Fir, Eucalyptus (Siurin 1997).
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Starwest Botanicals: Rosemary Leaf Whole, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Rosemary Leaf Whole, Organic, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Rosemary Leaf Powder, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Rosemary Leaf Powder, Organic, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Rosemary Essential Oil, Organic, 1/3 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Rosemary Essential Oil, 1-2/3 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Rosemary Essential Oil, Organic, 4 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Rosemary Essential Oil, Organic, 16 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Trinity Rosemary Essential Oil, 1 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Trinity Rosemary Essential Oil, 4 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Trinity Rosemary Essential Oil, 16 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Rosemary, Cut & Sifted, Spiceco Culinary, 2 lb.
Kalyx: Rosemary Whole, Van De Vries Spice Culinary, 3 lb.
Kalyx: Rosemary (Ground), Spiceco Culinary, 5 lb.
Kalyx: Rosemary Leaf Whole, Certified Organic, Frontier Natural Brand, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Rosemary Leaf Powder, Certified Organic, Frontier Natural Brand, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Rosemary Leaf Extract, Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Rosemary Essential Oil, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Essential Oil, NOW Foods, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Essential Oil, Nature's Alchemy, 2 oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Essential Oil, NOW Foods, 4 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Leaves Extract Tincture, Low Alcohol, Nature's Answer, 2 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Leaf Tea, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags
HerbsPro: Rosemary Leaf Whole, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb
TakeHerb: Rosemary Leaf Tea, Caffeine free, Alvita Teas, 30 Tea Bags
TakeHerb: Rosemary Leaves Extract, Promotes Blood Lymph Circulation, Natures Answer, 2 fl. oz..
TakeHerb: Rosemary Extract, For Headaches, Circulation, & Nervous System, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Essence of Wild Rosemary, North American Herb & Spice, 12 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Rosemary Leaves, Promotes Mental Vitality, Natures Way, 100 Caps
TakeHerb: Rosmary Oil, Organic, Now Foods, 1 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Rosemary Essential Oil, Aura Cacia, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Rosemary Oil, Now Foods, 4 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Rosemary Leaf Shampoo, Helps Control Hair Loss, Lavaggio Prima, 32 fl. oz.
Rosemary or Nettle may help combat dandruff, a source of hair loss. Put a large handful of Rosemary into a pan and cover with water. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes and leave to cool. Strain the mixture through a filter or a sieve into a jug containing a few drops of Wheatgerm or any other type of natural oil. Use this rinse after you have washed your hair with a very mild shampoo. Finally rinse hair thoroughly with warm (not hot) water.
Marshmallow and Burdock tea is good for dry hair. To make the tea, add 1 teaspoon of Marshmallow and 1 teaspoon of Burdock to a cup of hot water. Use as a rinse and/or massage into the scalp.
Arnica, Calendula (Marigold), Rosemary, or Southernwood are also useful for hair loss. For best results, massage an infused oil into the scalp.
ARNICA PRODUCTS
Arnica Montana is used primarily to relieve the after-effects of falls, blows, bruising, sports injuries and overexertion. Arnica oils and creams are used topically to treat sprains, bruises, and muscle pain. Diluted tinctures of arnica are used in foot baths (1 teaspoon of tincture to a pan of warm water) to soothe sore feet. Grieve's Herbal reported that nineteenth century American physicians recommended arnica tincture as a hair growth tonic. Homeopathic arnica is traditionally used to treat seasickness. Research published in June 2005 in the journal Complementary Therapies in Medicine found that homeopathic arnica can reduce post-partum bleeding. It is available for external use as massage oil, tincture-extracts, creams and lotions as well as homeopathic tabs to be taken internally. Externally arnica is used in the form of an infusion, a fomentation, or diluted tincture of the flowers, both to prevent and discuss local inflammations, to remove ecchymosis, and as a dressing for cuts, lacerations, contusions, etc. Precautions: Not for internal use. Do not swallow any form of arnica except homeopathics. Repeated application to the skin can cause irritation. Do not apply to broken skin. Not recommended while pregnant or nursing.
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Starwest Botanicals: Arnica Flowers Whole, 4 oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Arnica Flowers Whole, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Trinity Arnica Oil, 1 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Trinity Arnica Oil, 4 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Trinity Arnica Oil, 16 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Arnica Flowers Whole (Arnica montana), Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb
Kalyx: Arnica Flowers Powder (Arnica montana), Kalyx Bulk Herbs, 1 kg (2.2 lbs)
Kalyx: Arnica Tincture-Extract (Arnica montana), Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Arnica Tincture-Extract (Arnica montana), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz.
Arnica is used for soreness in the small of the back, lame back, general weakness of the muscles of the back, with soreness prevailing, sickening backache in the region of the kidneys, are all benefited by arnica. It not only relieves the soreness and the bruised conditions, when given internally, but quickly overcomes the ecchymosis. As an external application, to cuts, bruises, lacerations, and sores, arnica has long been a popular domestic remedy. It is used in full strength, but the best results are not so attained. It is more serviceable when diluted with from one to six parts of warm water. It is a stimulant to the skin, promoting absorption of nutritive material. It undoubtedly assists in carrying off the broken down tissue, which results from the traumatism, and promotes rapid repair. In cases where the muscles beneath the skin were severely lacerated, torn and bruised, an application of one part of arnica with five parts of warm fresh sweet milk, keeping the application warm, covered with a protective dressing, and renewed every two or three hours. It is incredible how rapidly the restoration will take place. Use 6-12 drops in juice, water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool dark place. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use on open wounds. About 30 dropperfuls per fl oz. 30-40 drops per dropperful. Herbal tinctures (extracts) are a highly effective way to administer herbs. They are very concentrated, they work faster than teas and are four to eight times stronger than capsules. Extracts are easily digestible and quickly assimilate into the system.
HerbsPro: Arnica Oil, NOW Foods, 8 fl. oz.
Arnica Warming Relief Massage Oil captures the soothing essence of Arnica to provide immediate warmth and relief to tired, overworked muscles. Set in a base of antioxidant-rich Olive Oil, this deep-penetrating massage oil contains potent Arnica, in addition to a perfectly arranged collection of essential oils and other natural extracts.
HerbsPro: Arnica Rub, Bioforce USA, 3.5 oz.
Made with the power of fresh herbs New Arnica Rub is not homeopathic. It’s made from fresh, organically-grown Arnica Montana. It has all the strength of a fresh herb. And it’s clinically shown to be effective. It’s uniquely fast-working, too. In fact, Arnica Rub is so unique, you’ll feel the benefits almost immediately.
HerbsPro: Arnica Montana, Boericke & Tafel Homeopathics, 30 C, 100 Tabs
Arnica Montana 30C 100 Tablet by Boericke & Tafel Homeopathics is a homeopathic anti-inflammatory that may be used for traumatic injury, bruises, strained joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, tensive backache, concussion, stroke, heart strain and for reducing pain and bleeding after surgery.
HerbsPro: Backache With Arnica, Hylands, 100 Tabs
Hyland's Low Back Pain Tablets is a traditional formula for the relief symptoms of pains in the lower bac, pain due to strain, overexertion, cold or exposure. Hyland's Low Back Formula with Arnica is all-natural and effective for any age. It contains Arnica Montana, which is the most commonly used homeopathic medicine for the relief of muscular pain. Working without contraindications or side effects, Hyland's Low Back Formula stimulates your body's natural healing response to relieve symptoms.
HerbsPro: Arnica Cream, Boiron, 2.5 oz.
Arnica Cream for muscle aches, stiffness and bruises. Non greasy texture. Great for massaging sore muscles. Boiron Arnica Cream has a smooth texture and Boiron Arnica Cream is also suitable for use on the face. Arnica montana is a mountain plant (leopard's bane) found in the Northwest part of the United States as well as Central Europe. Generations of athletes, trainers and parents have long enjoyed the relief that Arnica provides. For homeopathic relief of muscle aches and stiffness due to minor injuries, overexertion, falls and blows. Reduces pain, swelling and discoloration from bruises.
HerbsPro: Arnica Gel, Roberts Research Labs, 7.5 oz.
Arnica Montana is a mountain plant found in Northwest region of the U.S. It is indicated as a superb homeopathic therapy for muscle soreness and bruises by speeding up the body’s natural healing process. Arnica Care Gel is non-greasy, fragrance free and quickly absorbed by the skin. No burn, no chill.
HerbsPro: Arnica Lotion Spray, Hylands, 4 oz.
Arnica Spray is a soothing lotion for external use on bruises, strains, rheumatism, and sore strained joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. Contains 10% extract of arnica montana flowers. Apply spray on affected area as needed.
TakeHerb: Arnica Flowers (Arnica montana), Starwest Botanicals, 4 oz.
TakeHerb: Arnica Flowers Whole (Arnica montana), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb
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SOUTHERNWOOD PRODUCTS
Southernwood is antiseptic and kills intestinal worms. It was used to treat liver, spleen and stomach problems and was believed by the 17th century herbalist Culpeper to encourage menstruation. It is seldom used medicinally today, except in Germany, where poultices are placed on wounds, splinters and skin conditions and it is employed occasionally to treat frostbite. Its constituents have been shown[who?] to stimulate the gallbladder and bile, which improves digestion and liver functions. The leaves are mixed with other herbs in aromatic baths and is said to counter sleepiness. An infusion of the leaves is said to work as a natural insect repellent when applied to the skin or if used as a hair rinse is said to combat dandruff. It can be very useful when grown in a chicken run as it helps to keep the chickens in tip top condition and helps to prevent them from 'Feather-Picking' (which can be lethal as they can very quickly become cannibalistic) as it helps to prevent infestation of mites and other insects that pester chickens. The Romans believed it protected men from impotence. It is also said that young men in areas like Spain and Italy rubbed fresh southernwood leaves (which were lemon-scented) on their faces to promote the growth of a beard. In rural areas, where southernwood was known as Lad's Love and Maid's Ruin, the herb acquired a reputation for increasing young men's virility. It was popularly employed in love potions and adolescent boys rubbed an ointment on their cheeks to speed up the growth of facial hair. It is associated with sexual appeal and has been used by males to increase their virility. Southernwood was put under mattresses in Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome to rouse lust in their occupants. Its common nickname, Lad's Love, refers to the habit of including a spray of the plant in country bouquets presented by lovers to their lasses in order to seduce them. It was used in medieval times. In the language of flowers, southernwood represents bantering. Southernwood is not often used in medicine these days, but as it has some aromatic content, it is used to boost the appetite and strengthen a weak stomach. It has long been used as an anthelmintic to remove worms from children though this is not recommended as a home use. It can be used for over swollen veins and capillaries, and possibly by extension to resolve vein related issues like varicose veins and haemorrhoids, as well as to ease the symptoms of Raynaud’s Syndrome and related vascular disease. It has also long had a reputation as an emmenagogue, bringing on the menses – especially useful to bring on irregular periods. It is particularly good for menstrual disruption related to anxiety. It can be used for thin people wanting to increase their weight, perhaps through its ability to strengthen the appetite and the digestive. The plant is quite bitter, though not as much as its cousin Wormwood, and it strengthens digestive secretions. It is great for flatulence and cramps related to this. It combines well with Rosemary as a hair rinse to encourage the growth of hair and improve hair condition.
Herbs of Mexico: Southernwood (Abrotano Macho; Artemisia Abrotanum) Bulk Herbs
Make a tea of Rosemary and spritz on after a perm. Removes the "permy" smell. Use cool water after washing and conditioning hair. It will lay down the cuticle. Rosemary will stain gray. it is extremely difficult to put color molecules back into the cortex (middle layer) of the hair, without the use of peroxide to open said layer. Gray or white hair is wiry and course. This is because the cortex layer is full of air instead of color molecules. The rosemary actually will stain and coat the cuticle layer of the hair.
An Ayurvedic Antistress Tea can be made by mixing equal portions of Brahmi and Jatamamsi. Steep 1 teaspoon of this mixture in 1 cup of hot water. Drink 2 or 3 times a day to relieve stress, which is a cause of hair loss.
BRAHMI PRODUCTS
Brahmi has a bitter and pungent flavor. It has been used since the 6th century C.E. in Ayurvedic medicine and is considered the foremost tonic for the nervous system and general cognition. Historically it has been used to treat a variety of ailments including asthma, epilepsy, leprosy, indigestion, memory retention and as a mild sedative. A recent study in Australia has shown that it had a significant effect on the retention of new information.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Brahmi, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Kalyx: Brahmi Herb Powder (Bacopa monniera), Bazaar of India, 8 oz.
Improves memory, increases learning capacity, relieves stress and anxiety. Ideal for students and the elderly. Nutritionally supports concentration, clarity and memory.
Kalyx: Brahmi Herb Powder (Bacopa monniera), Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps
Kalyx: Brahmi Amla Hair Oil, Bazaar of India, 4 fl. oz.
Brahmi, also know as as Gotu Kola, combined with Ayurvedic Amla makes a unique body building formula for your hair. Massaging of hair & scalp with a proper nutrient hair oil gives additional nutrition to the scalp and prevents hair loss. Massaging also increases the blood circulation in the scalp & this keeps the hair roots strong. With this combination, the Amla ingredients act to condition and nourish the hair while Brahmi helps to strengthen and add body to the hair; all in a blend of natural Sesame seed oil. No artificial fragrance added.
Usage: 1. Part your hair and apply oil all over the scalp.
2. Massage the scalp gently with fingers in a circular motion, so that the oil gets absorbed into the scalp, gradually.
3. Leave for an hour or more before washing with an all-natural shampoo.
Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Brahmi Oil, Organic, Banyan Botanicals, 36 fl. oz.
Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Brahmi Oil, Organic, Banyan Botanicals, 4 fl.oz.
Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Brahmi, Vadik Herbs, 100 VCaps
Nutritionally supports concentration, clarity and memory. Brahmi traditionally used in Ayurveda as a brain and mind tonic. Brahmi is also reputed to stimulate hair, skin and nail growth.
Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Healthy Hair, Banyan Botanicals, 500 mg, 90 Tabs
According to Ayurveda, premature gray hair and balding are indicative of excess pitta in the system. Healthy Hair combines powerful detoxifying herbs that remove excess pitta from the body while supporting the factors that lead to healthy hair growth. Its main ingredient, Bhringaraj, is known as "the ruler of the hair," for its historical use as a rejuvenative for the scalp and hair. Healthy Hair cleanses the liver, helping the body remove impurities that can inhibit proper hair growth, while providing the nutrients that lead to a thick, lustrous head of hair. Contains organically grown Bhringara leaf, Amalaki fruit and Brahmi leaf.
JATAMANSI PRODUCTS
Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Jatamansi, Vadik Herbs, 100 VCaps
Traditionally used in India for relaxing mental stimulation, promoting sleep and calming the mind.
Ayurveda Herbs: Jatamansi Rasayana Botanicals
EXTRA TIP
Try grandmother's home remedy for hair loss: Mix together 10 tablespoons of Rum, 5 tablespoons of Olive Oil and 1 Egg Yolk; massage the mixture into your scalp twice a week in the evening. Wash it out the next morning.
TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (TCM):
Oriental medicine practitioners believe that the condition of the hair is a direct reflection of the blood, the organs responsible for cleansing the blood (especially the kidneys), the sex organs, and the adrenal glands. The condition of the hair follicles are directly affected by the toxicity in the blood. The hair follicles are responsible for the nourishment of the hair and they also support the growth of hair.
Stress can tax the adrenal glands significantly and can cause hair loss. Some oriental health care practitioners suggest that hair that is frizzy and has split ends reflects poor condition of the sex organs, as well.
So, the first step in treating hair loss is to improve the quality of the blood. This can be done by strengthening the kidneys. Excessive amounts of animal protein, and sweet foods can cause the hair at the top of the head to fall out. According TCM, the sweets, acidic blood, and oils create excessive energy (excess fire); this excess energy escapes from the body through the top of the head. This causes the hair follicles to expand. As a result, the follicles lose their grip on the hair and allow them to fall out.
The solution is to draw the energy back into the body, especially to the body's vital center, known as hara. This restores vitality to the hair follicles and allows them to regain their ability to contract tightly around the roots of the hair, holding it in place.
Many foods, herbs, and certain physiotherapies cause the energy within the body to move downward into the vital center, or hara.
Psoralea seeds, eaten 3 to 9 grams daily. A study examining the effects of psoralea extracts and exposure to ultraviolet light in 45 bald men found that, within 6 months, hair was completely restored in 36 percent of the cases and there was a significant restoration in another 30 percent.
PSORALEA / BAKUCHI SEED PRODUCTS
Kalyx: Bakuchi Seed Powder (Cyamopsis psoralioides; Psoralea corylifolia), Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps
The Chinese use crushed oyster and clam shells (Calcium Carbonate) in a decocted tea to increase kidney energy (qi).
Oriental formulae are Bupleurum and Dragon Bone Combination (effective for round alopecia and good for those of strong constitution and nervousness), Cinnamon and Dragon Bone Combination (for round alopecia and good for weak persons with vertigo), and Siler and Platycodon Formula (for delicate physique and alcoholics or the constipated). Traditional oriental tonics tone liver and kidneys and promote new hair growth. They include such herbs as: Polygonum, Lycium fruit, Chinese foxglove root, Chinese yam, and Cornus.
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BUPLEURUM & DRAGON BONE COMBINATION PRODUCTS
Bupleurum chinense root, Pinellia ternata rhizome, Poria cocos fungus, Cinnamomum cassia twig, Scutellaria baicalensis root, Ziziphus jujuba fruit, Codonopsis pilosula root, Os draconis-toasted, Ostrea gigas shell-toasted, Zingiber officinale rhizome-fresh, Rheum palmatum root, Activated carbon, Botanical wax, Talcum. - Chai hu, Ban xia, Fu ling, Gui zhi, Huang qin, Da zao, Dang shen, Duan long gu, Duan mu li, Sheng jiang, Da huang.
Herbal Functions: Moves Liver Qi, Clears Heat, Subdues Liver Yang, Dissolves Phlegm, Calms the Shen, Tonifies Righteous Qi
Safety: Contraindicated during pregnancy and menstruation. Contraindicated for very weak or deficient patients. Use with caution in breast-feeding women as Da huang/rhubarb can pass through the breast milk causing colic and diarrhea in infants. May cause mild abdominal cramping in sensitive patients. Use with caution in Spleen deficient patients with a tendency to loose stools, diarrhea, poor appetite or chronic digestive weakness.
Chinese Herbs Direct: Bupleurum Dragonbone Oystershell Pills (Chai Hu Long Gu Mu Li Wan), Plum Flower, 200 Pills
HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES
Take 6 pellets 3 times daily of the remedy that best suits your symptoms or use the dosage instructions as given by a homeopathic health care provider:
Phosphoricum Acidum: For premature graying of the hair associated with sorrow, anxiety, exhaustion or an overall debilitated state.
PHOSPHORICUM ACIDUM PRODUCTS
Alumina: For dry, flaky, very itchy, numb scalp. For hair loss due to heavy-metal toxins.
ALUMINA PRODUCTS
Natrum Muriaticum 6X: For hormonal fluctuations, while lactating or during menopause. For dry hair and skin.
NATRUM MURIATICUM PRODUCTS
Sepia: For hair loss that occurs following childbirth or during menopause, with sensitive scalp and hair roots and yellowish complexion.
SEPIA TEA PRODUCTS
Silica: For hair loss associated with weak, fragile fingernails, bone, teeth or skin problems or malnutrition.
SILICA HOMEOPATHIC PRODUCTS
Sulphur 6X: For rashes and burning itchiness on the head. For those with oily skin but dry scalp, dull, unkempt hair, red lips and skin eruptions.
SULPHUR HOMEOPATHICPRODUCTS
MOXA POINTS FOR HAIR LOSS
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GV 20
Governing Vessel (GV) 20
(Or Hundred Convergences)
GV 20 is one of the important Acupoints, used commonly in indications such as headache, migraine, dizziness, stress, seizures, nervous tension etc. On the top of the head where an imaginary line between the top of the ears crosses a line from the nose to the top of the spine.
GV 20 Acupuncture Point - Bai Hui - Governing Vessel Meridian
Chinese Name: Bai Hui, English Name: Hundred Convergences
Location: 5 cun posterior to the AHL.
Point Associations: Sea of Marrow Point (with GV 16). Intersecting Point of the Governing Vessel, Urinary Bladder, Gall Bladder, Triple Heater & Liver Channels. Actions & Effects: Main point for headache, dizziness, eye pain and redness, irritability, hypertension from excess yang in the upper body, often occurring with patterns of excess Liver yang or Liver fire. Combine with lower body points such as LV 2, LV 3, KD 1, GB 34, GB 41. Main point for internal wind which has some overlapping indications with the above entry, for headaches, dizziness, visual dizziness, tinnitus, vertex pain, windstroke, seizures. Main point for prolapse, anal, uterine, vaginal; main point for hemorrhoids.
Tong Ren/Tam Healing System: Used to effect the association area (related to emotions, memory, behavior), useful for low energy, yang energy imbalances, parkinson's, alzheimer's, motor control issues.
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UB 10
Urinary Bladder (UB) 10
One and a half thumb widths to the outside of a point which is half a thumb width above the hairline at the center back of the head, in the hollow.
UB 10 Acupuncture Point - Tian Zhu - Bladder Meridian
Chinese Name: Tian Zhu, English Name: Celestial Pillar
Location: 1.3 cun lateral to GV 15 in a depression or 0.5 cun above the PHL and 1.3 cun lateral to the PML on the lateral aspect of the trapezius.
Precautions: No Moxa.
Point Associations: Sea of Qi Point, Window of the Sky Point
Actions & Effects: Neck issues, stiffness, ROM, occipital headache. For stiffness on one-side of the neck combine with SI 3 on the same side & GB 39 on the opposite side. Secondary point to release the exterior in wind-cold conditions, primary is GB 20.
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UB 23
Urinary Bladder (UB) 23
UB 23 Acupuncture Point - Shen Shu - Bladder Meridian
Chinese Name: Shen Shu, English Name: Kidney Shu
Location: 1.5 cun lateral to GV 4, level with L2.
Point Associations: Kidney Back-shu Point
Actions & Effects: For all Kidney related issues which effect the brain, bone, hair, teeth a/or hearing. Male deficiency related sexual problems: impotence, premature ejaculation, spermatorrhea, sterility, exhaustion following ejaculation. Female sexual and reproductive disorders:dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, cold uterus, frigidity, infertility, leukorrhea. Tonification point in deficiency conditions: exhaustion, weakness, chronic fatigue, good point for the elderly as Kidney Jing is naturally depleted. Main point for acute or chronic low back pain, sprains and/or strains. Useful for KD related ear issues: tinnitus, deafness, chronic ear infections.
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CV 12
Conception Vessel (CV) 12
CV 12 Acupuncture Point - Zhong Wan - Conception Vessel Meridian
Chinese Name: Zhong Wan, English Name: Central Venter
Location: Midway between CV 8 and CV 16, 4 cun above CV 8 (umbilicus).
Precautions: NPN in advanced pregnancy.
Point Associations: Front Mu Point of the ST. Hui Meeting Point of the Fu. Intersection Point of the CV, TH, SI and ST Meridians.
Actions & Effects: CV 12 is useful for middle warmer issues, whereas CV 10 is useful for lower warmer issues and CV 13 is useful for upper warmer issues. ST patterns arising from an excess or a deficiency, tonify deficient SP patterns (moxa useful). Hui Meeting Point - broad effect on the Fu (hollow) organs in the body. Stress related digestive disorders (nervous Stomach, heartburn, diarrhea). Tong Ren/Tam Healing System: Used for all digestive issues and esophagus issues, also useful for weight loss.
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CV 4
Conception Vessel (CV) 4
CV 4 Acupuncture Point - Guan Yuan - Conception Vessel Meridian
Chinese Name: Guan Yuan, English Name: Origin Pass
Location: 2 cun above CV 2 (pubic symphysis).
Precautions: NDN in pregnancy, NPN in advanced pregnancy.
Point Associations: Front Mu Point of the Small Intestine. Intersection Point of the CV, SP, LV & KD Meridians.
Actions & Effects: Generally, useful for deficiencies of Yin, Yang, Qi & Blood. Main point for tonifying Prenatal Qi - exhaustion, weakness, chronic fatigue/diseases. Main point for Kidney deficiencies of Qi, Jing and/or Yang - low back pain, bone disorders, early morning (5 a.m., "cock-crow") diarrhea. Genito-urinary issues with Deficient and/or Cold Patterns - incontinence, clear copious urine, nocturia. Main point for all menstrual disorders with Deficient, Cold and/or Stagnation Patterns - scanty menstruation, pale blood. Yang collapse - chills, profuse sweating, SOB, unconsciousness. Tong Ren/Tam Healing System: An important point for the storage and development of Qi (energy), useful for deficiency conditions - weakness, shortness of breath, sexual issues. May also be used in Tong Ren (no needling) to ease delivery.
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LI 4
Large Intestine (LI) 4
LI 4 Acupuncture Point - He Gu - Large Intestine Meridian
Chinese Name: He Gu, English Name: Union Valley
Location: In the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.
Precautions: No Moxa, No Needle in Pregnancy.
Point Associations: Yuan Source Point, Entry Point, Command Point for face, nose, mouth & jaw.
Actions & Effects: Releases the exterior for wind-cold or wind-heat syndromes. Strengthens the wei qi, improves immunity Regulates the sweat glands, for excessive sweating tonify LI 4 then disperse KD 7 and vice versa. Any problem on the face - sense organs, mouth, teeth, jaw, toothache, allergies, rhinitis, hay fever, acne, eye problems, etc. Toothache use both LI 4 & ST 44 - LI for the lower jaw & ST for the upper jaw. Headache, especially frontal a/or sinus (yangming area). Chronic Pain. Influence the circulation of Qi and Blood - Use the four gates, LI 4 & LV 3 to strongly move the Qi and Blood in the body clearing stagnation and alleviating pain. Promote labor or for retained placenta.
ACUPRESSURE OR ACUPUNCTURE POINTS
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LU 7
Lung Meridian (LU) 7
LU 7 Acupuncture Point - Lie Que - Lung Meridian
Chinese Name: Lie Que, English Name: Broken Sequence
Location: 1.5 cun above the wrist crease, superior to the styloid process of the radius (not on the LU 5 - LU 9 line in TCM). Japanese LU 7 is found proximal to the styloid process and it is on the LU 5 - LU 9 line.
Point Associations: Luo Connecting Point, Command Point of the Head and Posterior Neck, Master Point of the CV, coupled with KD 6
Actions & Effects: Exterior Wind - body aches, chills/fever, runny nose, scratchy throat, sneezing. Internal Wind - bell's palsy, twitching, spasms, lockjaw. As Master Point of the CV, paired with KD 6 of the Yin Qiao Mai - treats genitourinary and gynecological issues also Yin deficient sore throat. Command Point of the Head and Posterior Neck - useful for any conditions involving these areas. Pain of the thumb - Luo Connecting Point spreads over the thenar eminence.
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GV 14 (C7)
GV 14 Acupuncture Point - Da Zhui - Governing Vessel Meridian Chinese Name: Da Zhui, English Name Great Hammer
Location: C7.
Point Associations: Intersection of all Yang Meridians, Sea of Qi Point (with CV 17, ST 9, GV 15)
Actions & Effects: Meeting point of all yang meridians, GV 14 is indicated for exterior conditions as it expels pathogens and firms the yang; clearing heat and fevers whether mild or severe; and for tonifying the yang and strengthening the neck and spine. Main point for acute wind cold or wind heat, colds and flu, especially with fever and chills, opens the pores to cause sweating. If a patient with underlying deficiency presents with chills and no fever use moxa. Main point for reducing high fevers, combine with LU 11, UB 40 (can bleed these points). Main point for summer heat. Main point for spontaneous sweating from qi deficiency or night sweats from yin deficiency. Main point for neck and upper back pain and stiffness, combine with GB 20, UB 10, UB 11, UB 12, Bailao, SI 12, SI 13, etc. As the tissue is often thick here, insert slowly and use mild manipulation, then redirect needle towards each shoulder using oblique insertion. Strengthens the wei qi, wind cold can enter the body through the triangle formed by GV 14 and UB 12. Keep this area warm, supple and flexible with needle, moxa, massage to promote longevity. Tong Ren/Tam Healing System: Used for bone issues (arthritis, spurs, scoliosis), calcium issues, hand issues.
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GV 12 (T3)
GV 12 Acupuncture Point - Shen Zhu - Governing Vessel Meridian
Chinese Name: Shen Zhu, English Name: Body Pillar
Location: T3.
Actions & Effects: Heat in the lungs and chest, cough, asthma, chest pain, mentioned classically for whooping cough (use cupping). Supporting point for chronic conditions affecting the lungs, for deficiency asthma, exhaustion from deficient Lung qi. Used for strengthening deficiencies and promoting strong development in children.
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UB 13
UB 13 Acupuncture Point - Fei Shu - Bladder Meridian
Chinese Name: Fei Shu, English Name: Lung Shu
Location: 1.5 cun lateral to GV 12, level with T3.
Point Associations: Lung Back-shu Point
Actions & Effects: Main point for all Lung problems: cough, asthma, bronchitis, sore throat, nasal congestion, shortness of breath, weakness of the voice, etc. Useful for skin disorders, itching, acne, hives, etc. Lung related emotional imbalances such as grief and sadness.
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LI 11
LI 11 Acupuncture Point - Qu Chi - Large Intestine Meridian
Chinese Name: Qu Chi, English Name: Pool at the Bend
Location: At the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease midway between LU 5 and the lateral epicondyle of the humerus.
Point Associations: He Sea Point, Earth Point, Tonification Point, Ghost Point
Actions & Effects: Reduction of high fevers, patients with the 4 bigs, combine with LI 1, LI 2 or LI 4. Damp Heat skin diseases, red, itchy, oozing & inflamed (hives, herpes zoster, acne), may be used with UB 40 for any skin disease. ST Excess Issues, burning diarrhea. Elbow and upper limb disorders, pain and inflammation, atrophy, tremors - expels wind dampness from the channel. Hot flashes a/or menstrual issues with heat in the Blood. Expels summer heat with UB 40 & SP 10, for heat stroke add SI 3. Tong Ren/Tam Healing System: Useful for any blood circulation issue (raynaud's, anemia, etc.), skin problems (hives, itchiness), tennis elbow.
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LU 6
LU 6 Acupuncture Point - Kong Zui - Lung Meridian
Chinese Name: Kong Zui, English Name: Collection Hole
Location: 7 cun above LU 9 on the line joining LU 5 and LU 9.
Point Associations: Xi Cleft Point
Actions & Effects: Xi Cleft Point - for Acute attacks of OPI's, usually wind-heat or wind-dry - cough, wheezing, asthma, sore throat. Dry hacking cough, especially at night. Local point for pain along the meridian, especially at the joints.
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LU 9
LU 9 Acupuncture Point - Tai Yuan - Lung Meridian
Chinese Name: Tai Yuan, English Name: Great Abyss
Location: At the wrist crease on the radial side of the radial artery.
Precautions: Avoid Artery.
Point Associations: Shu Stream Point. Earth Point. Yuan Source Point. Hui Meeting Point of the Vessels.
Actions & Effects: Tonify LU Qi and Yin - cough, asthma, wheezing, SOB, chronic runny nose w/watery discharge. Hui Meeting Point of the Vessels - circulation issues, clarifying an indiscernible pulse (for diagnosis).
AROMATHERAPY FOR HAIR LOSS
BENEFICIAL ESSENTIAL OILS FOR HAIR LOSS
How To Use Essential Oils for Hair Loss: Add 2 drops of the essential oil either to the rinse water or to a good vegetable oil. Massage it well into the scalp. Wrap the hair in plastic wrap; place a warm towel around it. Leave it for 2 to 3 hours, or overnight. Shampoo the hair as usual, using a mild shampoo (avoid medicated shampoo), so that you do not damage the sebum balance.
Chamomile (Roman)
ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND FOR STIMULATING CIRCULATION
Essential Oils for Stimulating Circulation and Improving the Hair Health: A blend of Bay and Lavender essential oils stimulates the scalp and helps hair health. Add six drops of each oil to four ounces of a warm Carrier Oil such as Almond, Soybean or Sesame oil. Massage the mixture into the scalp and allow it to absorb for 20 minutes. Add three drops of Bay essential oil to the shampoo you regularly uses and wash the hair with this shampoo.
ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND FOR HAIR GROWTH1. Thyme essential oil - 2 drops
Add the first four ingredients into a small glass jar. Mix well. Now add the remaining two ingredients. Mix thoroughly. Massage this mixture into your scalp for at least two minutes every night. Wrap your head in a warm towel after treatment.
2. Atlas Cedarwood essential oil - 2 drops
3. Lavender essential oil - 3 drops
4. Rosemary essential oil - 3 drops
5. Jojoba oil - 1/2 teaspoon
6. Grapeseed oil - 4 teaspoons
Dermatologists at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary in Scotland gave 43 people, suffering from a rare autoimmune disorder that causes patchy hair loss, the essential oil blend described above and asked them to rub it into their scalps daily. After seven months, 19 regrew as much as half of their hair, while a few regrew almost all of their hair back. The study was reported in the November/December 1999 issue of Health magazine. The researchers speculated that this remedy may also help other types of balding, including midlife thinning for men.
Oils of Arnica, Lavender, Rosemary or Calamus stimulate healthy hair growth. Rub into hair before washing.
Caution: Avoid rosemary oil if you have high blood pressure. Keep Lemon and Grapefruit doses low if you have sensitive skin, as they may be slightly irritating.
HAIR FORMULATIONS - GUIDE OF ESSENTIAL OILS FOR HAIR:
- Lemongrass - Shine.
- Cypress - Shine and condition. Also an uplifting scent.
- Rosemary - Wonderful for dandruff and stimulates hair growth. Helps with thinning hair.
- Rose - Shine, scent, youthfulness.
- Bay - Wonderful hair tonic and helps with thinning hair.
- Cedar & Chamomile - Lovely for fair hair.
- Eucalyptus - Stimulating and cleansing.
- Juniper - Oily scalp.
- Tea Tree - Lice. Scalp.
- Lavender - Fragrant and cleansing.
- Peppermint - Stimulating and cleansing. Removes shampoo build-up.
- Citrus oils (Lemon, Lime, & Grapefruit - Cleansing and shine. Removes oils.
- Patchouli - Deep cleansing.
- Sage & Thyme - Cleansing and stimulating.
- Basil & Ylang Ylang - Reputedly helps control split ends. Stimulates hair growth and scalp.
BASE OILS FOR HAIR:
- Avocado Butter or Oil, Jojoba Butter or Oil, Shea Butter, Camellia (Green Tea) Oil, Hemp Oil, Wheat Germ Oil, Coconut Oil, Castor Oil, Emu Oil, Evening Primrose Oil - Dandruff
- Flax Seed Oil - Dandruff
HERB INFUSED OILS:
These are easy to make with a carrier oil and herbs. See MoonDragon's Health Therapy Herbal Oils Index for more information.
- Kukui Nut Oil, Virgin Coconut Oil, Meadowfoam Safflower Oil - Hair loss.
- Sunflower Oil - High in Vitamin E.
- Carrot Seed Oil, Rosehips Oil - Marvelous for thinning hair! Herbs For Hair.
- Aloe Vera - Moisturizing.
- Bladderwrack, Calendula, Chamomile Oil or Chamomile Herb infused in a carrier oil - Great rinse for light colored hair. Wonderful for fair hair.
BLADDERWRACK PRODUCTS
Bladderwrack is a brown seaweed harvested from cool ocean waters around world, easily recognized by its air-filled thalli or "bladders" that keep the plant afloat. Modern research reveals that bladderwrack can be an alternative to soy is supporting women's health. A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine in 2004 reported that women who consume bladderwrack can experience normalization of short menstrual cycles and relief from severe PMS. Bladderwrack seems to encourage production of progesterone when there is excess production of estrogen. Ellingwood's American Materia Medica (1919) describes bladderwrack in considerable detail:"This agent is used for the specific purpose of reducing unhealthy fat in excessive adiposity. If given in doses of from 1/2 to 2 drams, 3 or 4 times daily, it has reduced excessively fat patients in a satisfactory manner without interfering in anyway with the normal health functions. "It is in the obesity of individuals of the lymphatic temperament that the beneficial effects of this drug are the most marked. It has little or no influence in the reduction of the fleshiness of persons of active habits or of those of the sanguine temperament. In these cases strict regulation of the diet affords the only prospects of relief, but owing to the keenness of the appetite usually present, this regulation is rarely enforced. Fucus shows its most decided influence upon women in whom there exist menstrual derangements, as menorrhagia and leucorrhoea, owing to a general a tonic and flabby condition of the uterine tissues. In such cases an improvement in the local derangements usually precedes the general reduction of fat and the improved tonicity of the general system. Fucus is advised as a specific remedy in the treatment of both exophthalmic and simple goitre. It is especially successful in patients not above 30 years of age. It is also suggested in the treatment of fatty degeneration of the heart. It is of service in desquamative nephritis and in irritation and inflammation of the bladder. When general muscular relaxation is present, it is of service in the treatment of menstrual derangements." Do not use on a daily basis for more than 2 weeks at a time, taking a 2 week break before using again. This will prevent you from overdosing iodine with potential imbalance in thyroid function. The alginic acid in bladderwrack creates a feeling of fullness that helps you eat less, but also interferes with the absorption of iron. For periodic use only and not to be taken for extended periods of time. Not to be used while pregnant.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Bladderwrack, Certified Organic Seaweeds & Sea Vegetables
Kalyx: Bladderwrack Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Bladderwrack Extract, Natures Answer, 2 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus), Starwest Botanicals, 500 mg, 100 Caps
Starwest Botanicals: Bladderwrack, Cut & Sifted, Organic, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Bladderwrack Powder, Organic, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Bladderwrack Powder, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Bladderwrack Herbal Capsules, 500 mg, 100 VCaps
Starwest Botanicals: Bladderwrack Herbal Capsules, 500 mg, 500 VCaps
HerbsPro: Nettle Bladderwrack Compound Extract, Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Nettle Bladderwrack Compound Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Bladderwrack Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Bladderwrack Extract, Natures Answer, 2 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Bladderwrack, Eclectic Institute, 600 mg, 90 Caps
House of Nutrition: Nettle Bladderwrack Compound Extract, Herb Pharm, 8 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Bladderwrack Whole Herb, Natural Source of Minerals, Natures Way, 100 VCaps
TakeHerb: Bladderwrack Extract, Thyroid Stimulant, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Bladderwrack Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
- Horsetail - Helps control overzealous oil production. Brings life and strength back to hair. Hair loss.
- Hyssop Oil or Hyssop Herb - Great for itchy scalp.
- Irish Moss - Very moisturizing.
IRISH MOSS PRODUCTS
Irish Moss is used as a decoction and food additive. It is a nourishing, easily digestible strengthener, useful as a bronchial soother and easy digestant for gastritis and similar digestive upset. It is an excellent food for convalescents. May be boiled in water, milk or soup, and flavored or sweetened to taste. It is also a mucilaginous soother for an inflamed urinary tract. Irish Moss is a popular remedy made into a jelly for pulmonary complaints and kidney and bladder affections. Can be combined with cocoa. The decoction is made by steeping 1/2 ounce of the Moss in cold water for 15 minutes and then boiling it in 3 pints of milk or water for 10 to 15 minutes, after which it is strained and seasoned with licorice, lemon or cinnamon and sweetened to taste. It can be taken freely. A decoction of Irish Moss, with water or milk, is very nutritious, and may be used as a demulcent in chronic affections of the air passages, chronic diarrhea and dysentery, scrofula, rickets, enlarged mesenteric glands, irritation of the bladder and kidneys, etc. As a culinary article it may be employed in the preparation of jellies, white soup, blanc mange, etc. The decoction is prepared as follows: Macerate 1/2 ounce of carrageen in cold or warm water, during 10 minutes; then boil in 3 pints of water, or milk if stronger nourishment is desired, for a quarter of an hour. Strain through linen. Sugar, lemon juice, tincture of orange peel, essence of lemon, or other aromatics, as cinnamon or nutmeg, may be employed as flavoring ingredients.
Kalyx: Irish Moss (Chondrus crispus), Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Irish Moss Powder (Chondrus crispus), Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Irish Moss Flakes (Chondrus crispus), Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Irish Moss Extract (Chondrus crispus), Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Irish Moss Extract (Chondrus crispus), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Irish Moss Extract (Chondrus crispus), Health & Herbs, 16 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Irish Moss, Organic, Cut & Sifted, 4 oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Irish Moss, Organic, Cut & Sifted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Irish Moss Powder, Organic, 4 oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Irish Moss Powder, Organic, 1 lb.
TakeHerb: Irish Moss Extract, For Pulmonary & Thyroid Support, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Irish Moss Powder, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb.
TakeHerb: Irish Moss Flakes, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb.
- Soapwort - Saponins - Interesting dry cleanser. Cleansing.
SOAPWORT PRODUCTS
Soapwort is, as its name suggests, a plant with a "soapy" consistency. A member of the Clove family, soapwort is a low-growing perennial shrub with a thick tap root used in herbal medicines and for making soaps. Soapwort is most commonly found as a tea, however it can be taken as an extract or capsule though much rarer. Cosmetically it can be included into bath and body care products. The primary use of soapwort today is treat stuffy nose and clogged throat caused by upper respiratory infection. The herb irritates the linings of airways just enough to encourage coughing and sneezing to clear them. It also encourages sweating that was once thought to "sweat out" a cold. Its internal use must be administered by a professional experienced in the use of this material. If overdosed, it may cause severe stomach upset.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Soapwort Root (Saponaria officinalis), Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
- Nettle - Stimulates hair growth, shine, and glossy. May help hair loss.
- Saw Palmetto - Often used for hair loss and cleansing.
- Juniper Oil or Juniper Herb - Combats oiliness.
- Marshmallow - Good hair rinse and for hair softening.
- Mullein - Will lighten hair. Use with Chamomile for maximum effect.
MULLEIN PRODUCTS
Mullein is towering biennial plant with a single stalk up to 6-1/2 feet (2 meters) bearing whorls of leaves and topped with a spike of 5-part yellow flowers. The flowers coat the mouth with a honey-like scent and a sweet taste. The name mullein itself is derived from the Latin word "mollis" which means soft. It has its origins in the Mediterranean, but has been naturalized in North America. The flowering stem was dried by the Greeks and Romans and dipped in tallow, and then used as a lamp wick or as a torch. These torches were said to ward off evil spirits and witches, although it was certainly not uncommon in a witches herbal garden. Frazier writes in the Golden Bough that mullein was added to the bonfire on Midsummer's eve to ward away evil from the celebration. Some ancient magical grimoires have been found to list powdered mullein leaf as a substitute for graveyard dust when that was unavailable. Constituents are mucilage, flavonoids, Iridoids, sterols, and sugars. Dried flower as an oil, and dried leaf as a tea. Traditionally used as a tea, and is frequently combined with other herbs in mixtures for treating cough. May be taken as an extract if fresh material is used, and is very rarely found in capsule form. The fresh or dried flowers have traditionally been used to make an oil infusion for external use. The soothing mucilages of mullein coat sore throats and make coughing more productive. The German E Commission relates that mullein is good for catarrhs of the respiratory tract and as an expectorant. Mullein has a special affinity (attraction) for the respiratory organs and is a valuable remedy for all pulmonary complaints. It is the only herb known to man that has remarkable narcotic properties without being poisonous and harmful. It is a great herbal pain killer and nervous soporific, calming and quieting all inflamed and irritated nerves. With its use in wasting disorders (such as phthisis), the weight is steadily increased, expectoration is easy, cough is palliated, and the general condition improved. Mullein soothes and strengthens the bowels and renal system, is one of the most important agents for influencing the glandular system (the serous and mucous membranes). It promotes absorption of effusion (escape of fluids from their vessels, as by rupture) and morbid accumulations.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Mullein Flowers & Leaves, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Mullein Extract, Wild Harvested Herbal Extracts
Starwest Botanicals: Mullein Leaf, Organic, Cut & Sifted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Mullein Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Mullein Leaf Powder, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Mullein Leaf Extract, Organic, 1 oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Marshmallow Root, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Throat Comfort Tea, Yogi Teas, 16 Tea Bags
Kalyx: Mullein Flower Ear Oil, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Mullein Oil, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Mullein Leaves Extract, Alcohol Free, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Mullein Flower Extract, Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Mullein Leaf Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Mullein Leaf Extract, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Mullein Leaf Extract, Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. 1 lb.
Kalyx: Mullein Leaf, Natures Answer, 500 mg, 90 Caps
HerbsPro: Mullein Leaf Tea, Alvita Teas, 24 Bags
HerbsPro: Mullein Leaves Extract, Alcohol Free, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Mullein Extract, Eclectic Institute, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Mullein Extract, Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Mullein Garlic Compound Extract, Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Mullein Leaves Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Mullein Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Mullein Leaves Extract, Natures Answer, 2 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Mullein Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Mullein Flower Oil Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Single Herb Mullein, Dr. Christophers Formulas, 100 VCaps
HerbsPro: Mullein Leaf, Natures Answer, 500 mg, 90 Caps
House of Nutrition: Mullein Leaves, Solaray, 330 mg, 100 Caps
House of Nutrition: Mullein Extract (Verbascum olympicum & thapsus), 8 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Mullein Leaf Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Mullein Oil, Topical Skin Treatment, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Mullein Leaf Tea, Organic, Celebration Herbals, 24 Tea Bags
TakeHerb: Ultimate Respiratory Cleanse With Mullein, Natures Secret, 60 Tabs
- Rosehips, Red Clover, Comfrey, Kelp - Promotes hair growth and healthy shiny hair.
RED CLOVER PRODUCTS
There is no evidence that Red Clover can help those with cancer; however, its use as a cancer therapy in many parts of the world has prompted scientists to take a closer look at this herb. It is also used to treat menopausal symptoms. This herb works well in treating bronchitis, asthma, and spasmodic coughs. Red Clover is also used to treat acne, eczema, abscesses, psoriasis, insect bites, stings, and other skin diseases. In a compress it works well in treating arthritis pains and gout. As an eyewash, Red Clover herb can be used to treat conjunctivitis. Red Clover comes in various forms and is an ingredient in many products. For a tea, take 1 cup of boiling water to 2-3 teaspoons of dried flowers. Drink 3 cups a day. In capsule of tablet form take 2-4 grams a day. In using a tincture use 2-4 ml 3 times a day. For other formulations, read and follow product label directions.
DELICIOUS RED CLOVE TEA
Ingredients:
- Red Clover Blossoms
- Lemon
- Honey
- Fresh mint leaves
-and/or-- Several dandelion leaves
Instructions: Put the fresh or dried blossoms and leaves, with or without the mint and dandelion, into a 2-cup earthenware teapot. Fill teapot with boiling water, cover, and infuse for 5 to 10 minutes over very low heat. Strain into a hot cup, add a twist of lemon and sweeten with honey.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Red Clover, Organic Bulk Herbs
Kalyx: Red Clover Blossoms Whole, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb
Kalyx: Red Clover Flowering Tops Extract, Nature's Answer, 1 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Red Clover Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Red Clover Extract, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Red Clover Extract, Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Red Clover Tops Extract, Nature's Answer, Standardized, 350 mg, 60 VCaps
TakeHerb: Red Clover, NOW Foods, 425 mg, 100 Caps
TakeHerb: Red Clover Blossom & Herb, Nature's Way, 430 mg, 100 Caps
TakeHerb: Red Clover Tea, Caffeine Free, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags
TakeHerb: Red Clover Extract, Low Alcohol, Nature's Answer, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Red Clover Diaper Cream, Earth Friendly Baby, 1.5 oz.
KELP PRODUCTS
Kelp is a large, leafy brown algae is high in nutrition, especially minerals. Kelp is a good source of marine minerals, including potassium, magnesium, calcium and iron. It is also an excellent source of natural iodine. Due to overwhelming research results, Kelp has become an effective treatment for thyroid disorders and treating thyroid and mineral deficiencies, obesity, adrenal deficiencies, energy and endocrine gland disorders. Aids in the function of both the pituitary and adrenal glands, promoting glandular health. It regulates metabolism to help digest food. Helps to rid the body of toxins. Kelp is an alternative, diuretic, hypotensive, and antibiotic and also contains vitamins and cell salts essential for good nutrition. Kelp powder can be used as a sodium chloride (table salt) substitute, sprinkled on foods in place of salt. It is beneficial for the nervous system, brain and the cardiovascular system. It is very important for pregnant women. If you have thyroid problems, consult with your health care provider before using. As a dietary supplement, take 1/4 teaspoon 1 to 3 times daily, preferably with meals. Use 6 to 12 drops of liquid extract-tincture in juice, water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Kelp, Certified Organic, Bulk Seaweeds & Sea Vegetables
Kalyx: Kelp, Thompson Nutritional, 225 mcg, 200 Tabs
HerbsPro: Kelp, Now Foods, 150 mcg, 200 Tabs
HerbsPro: Norwegian Kelp, Country Life, 225 mcg, 300 Tabs
HerbsPro: Kelp, Now Foods, 325 mcg, 250 Caps
HerbsPro: Kelp, Natures Way, 660 mg, 180 Caps
HerbsPro: Single Herb Sea Kelp, Dr. Christophers Original Formulas, 660 mg, 100 VCaps
HerbsPro: Liqui-Kelp Iodine Supplement, World Organics, 2 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Norwegian Kelp Powder, Now Foods, 8 oz.
HerbsPro: Kelp Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
House of Nutrition: North Atlantic Kelp, Solgar, 520 mg, 250 VCaps
House of Nutrition: Icelandic Kelp, Natures Life, 1000 VTabs
TakeHerb: Kelp Powder, Atlantic Organic (Ascophyllum nodosum), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
TakeHerb: Kelp Granules, Atlantic Organic (Ascophyllum nodosum), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
TakeHerb: Kelp Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
- Licorice - Hair loss.
LICORICE TEA PRODUCTS
Licorice (Glycyrrhzin) used for HIV / AIDS increases T-cell counts and preserves immune function. General Uses: It is taken orally (DGL form) for ulcers, heartburn (esophageal reflux), and mouth sores. Other oral uses involving the whole herb is the treatment of coughs, asthma, and chronic fatigue syndrome. In its topical form (whole herb), Licorice can be used for eczema, psoriasis, and herpes. Scientific studies suggest regular use of DGL can heal ulcers as well as some over the counter medications; however, they must be taken regularly or the ulcer will return. For Ulcer Pain - chew two to four 380-mg tablets of DGL before meals and at bedtime in conjunction with conventional medical care. For Mouth Sores - Sucking on the tablets will relieve the pain. For best results, follow the directions listed on the label. For Respiratory Problems - Take orally 1 to 2 grams of licorice root 3 times daily, not to exceed a week. For Eczema, Psoriasis, or Herpes - Apply licorice cream to affected area twice daily. For Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - This treatment must be taken under a health care provider's supervision to be given the needed dosage for the best possible effects. Caution: Do not use licorice if you have glaucoma, high blood pressure, or an estrogen-dependent disorder such as breast cancer, endometriosis, or fibrocystic breasts. Caution: Do not use licorice on a daily basis for more than seven days in a row. Avoid it completely if you have high blood pressure. Consume potassium-rich foods such as bananas or citrus juices, or take a potassium supplement daily when taking this herb. For HIV/AIDS - Take Glycyrrhizin Tablets, 50-75 mg daily. Use for 6 weeks, then take a 2-week break. Do not substitute deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL).
Mountain Rose Herbs: Licorice, Organic Bulk Herbs
Kalyx: Egyptian Licorice Tea, Yogi Tea, 16 Tea Bags
Kalyx: Egyptian Licorice Mint Tea, Yogi Tea, 16 Tea Bags
Kalyx: Egyptian Licorice Tea, Yogi Tea, 16 Tea Bags
Kalyx: Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, 1 lb
Kalyx: Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Powder, Certified Organic, 1 lb
TakeHerb: Licorice Root Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb
TakeHerb: Licorice Root Tea, Organic, Traditional Medicinals, 16 Bags
TakeHerb: Licorice Root Tea, Caffeine Free, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags
TakeHerb: Licorice Root Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Licorice Root, NOW Foods, 450 mg, 100 Caps
TakeHerb: Licorice Root, Nature's Way, 450 mg, 100 Caps
HerbsPro: Licorice Extract, Alcohol-Free, Eclectic Institute Inc, 2 fl. oz.
- Parsley Essential Oil - Stimulates hair growth.
- Pelargoniums (Scented Geraniums), also available as Geranium Essential Oil - Lovely scented hair rinse - softening.
GERANIUM PRODUCTS
Mountain Rose Herbs: Geranium (Rose) Essential Oil, 100% Pure, Certified Organic Aromatherapy Oils
- Linden Flower (lime) - Hair softening.
- Catnip - Shine and promotes growth.
- Sage - A nice healthy rinse for dark hair. Once used in hair colorants. Temporary. Hair loss. Sage is essential for oily hair and helps curb secretions. Removes dandruff and conditions.
- Thyme Herb or Thyme Essential Oil - Hair loss.
- Raspberry Leaf - High in Vitamins A, C & E. Cousin to the rose.
- Rosemary Herb or Rosemary Essential oil - Gets to the root of the problem. Great for dark hair.
ROSEMARY PRODUCTS
Rosemary has been traditionally used for tension headaches, stimulating circulation, strengthening the nervous system. Good tonic for the heart and for high blood pressure.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Rosemary, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Rosemary Essential Oil, Certified Organic, Aromatherapy Oils
Kalyx: Rosemary Leaf Whole, Certified Organic, Frontier Natural Brand, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Rosemary Leaf Powder, Certified Organic, Frontier Natural Brand, 1 lb.
Kalyx: Rosemary Leaf Extract, Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Rosemary Essential Oil, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Essential Oil, NOW Foods, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Essential Oil, Nature's Alchemy, 2 oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Essential Oil, NOW Foods, 4 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Leaves Extract Tincture, Low Alcohol, Nature's Answer, 2 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Rosemary Leaf Tea, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags
HerbsPro: Rosemary Leaf Whole, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb
- Green Tea - Cleansing, conditioning and shine.
- Rooibos Tea - Full of natural alphahydroxys.
- Henna, Glycerine, Vitamins A, C & E, Honey, Corn Silk, Milk, Citric Acid, Raw Egg - Protein.
HENNA PRODUCTS
Henna is a natural plant coloring for the hair; made from the powdered leaves of a desert shrub plant, Lawsonia. The Henna we offer is 100% natural and organically grown, and is free from pesticide residues, with no synthetic additives or artificial coloring agents. Henna contains hannatannic acid which, when mixed with hot water, will coat the hair. It seals in oils and tightens the hair cuticle giving your hair a rich, healthy shine. Henna has no lightening action, so the shade that you choose will depend on your hair color (natural or tinted) and it must be noted that Henna will not work as a colorant if your hair has more than 10% grey. Its effects will last up to 3 months. Instructions are included with each order of Henna. Short fine hair requires: 2-3 oz. Medium length hair: 3-5 oz. Long hair: 5-8 oz. Choose from: Red, Black, Sherry, Mahogany, Burgundy, Dark Brown, Medium Brown, Light Brown, Copper, Marigold Blonde, Neutral, or Strawberry (Mountain Rose Herbs).
Mountain Rose Herbs: Henna Hair Products
Starwest Botanicals: Organic Brown Henna Powder, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Organic Red Henna Powder, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Mahogany Henna Powder, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Blond Henna Powder, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Neutral Henna Powder, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Red Henna Powder, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Black Henna Powder, 1 lb.
GLYCERINE PRODUCTS
Vegetable glycerine (glycerin) is used in cosmetics and body care products to assist in retaining moisture and is helpful in pulling oxygen into the skin. Vegetable glycerine is a natural emollient that adds a cooling effect on the skin and has become a predominant ingredient in most skin care products and soaps. Vegetable glycerine is also the principal medium for the manufacturing of non-alcohol based herbal extracts, which are called glycerites. This makes for a sweet alcohol free extract that can be easily administered to children, animals and those with alcohol sensitivities. Suitable for food and cosmetic use.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Vegetable Glycerine, Organic, Miscellaneous Bulk Ingredients
Starwest Botanicals: Vegetable Glycerine, 4 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Vegetable Glycerine, 16 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Vegetable Glycerine, 1 gallon
Starwest Botanicals: Vegetable Glycerine, 5 gallons
HONEY PRODUCTS
Manuka honey is known in New Zealand as the Healing Honey of the Tea Tree. Enjoy the purity of this rare, exotic, raw honey which has extraordinarily powerful healing benefits. Comvita Bio Active Manuka Honey contains a high level of antibacterial activity not found in other honeys. For digestive health and to assist the digestive process. Pure New Zealand Honey is made with the help of wild flowers to produce a rich natural taste that is all its own.
House of Nutrition: Raw Manuka Honey, Hi-Active 15+, YS Organic Bee Farm, 12 oz.
TakeHerb: Manuka Honey UMF +10, Manuka Comvita, 1.1 lb.
TakeHerb: Manuka Honey UMF +20, Manuka Comvita, 1.1 lb.
TakeHerb: Raw Manuka Honey Active 15+, YS Organic Bee Farms, 12.0 oz.
TakeHerb: Multiflora Honey, Manuka Comvita, 1.1 lb.
CITRIC ACID PRODUCTS
This anhydrous Citric Acid comes from the fermentation of crude fruit sugars and is chiefly used to help extend a products shelf life, in retaining a products texture and guarding against appearance loss. It is also a fabulous base ingredient in bath fizzies and scrubbing salts. Blends easily and fluidly without creating a gritty feeling to the final product. Choose from 3 different sizes (Mountain Rose Herbs).
Mountain Rose Herbs: Citric Acid, Bulk Miscellaneous Ingredients
Starwest Botanicals: Citric Acid, Fine Granules, 1 lb.
- Yogurt, Coconut Milk, Lemons - Good rinse for light hair.
- Tea (commercial) - Nice rinse for dark hair.
BLACK TEA PRODUCTS
Starwest Botanicals: Lychee Black Tea, Organic, 1 lb.
A base of black BOP leaf scented with the essence of the Lychee fruit. This tea has a natural, sweet and very aromatic character.
Starwest Botanicals: China Black FOP Tea (Camellia sinensis), Organic, 1 lb.
This full flavored FOP tea from China brews to a rich brown cup.
Starwest Botanicals: China Black BOP Tea (Camellia sinensis), 1 lb.
Withered, rolled, fermented and dried, this tea produces a dark, full-bodied cup of tea.
Starwest Botanicals: Keemun Tea (Camellia sinensis), Organic, 1 lb.
Due to its superb bouquet, this north China black tea is often referred to as the “burgundy of teas”. This full—bodied, sweet liquoring tea, produces a dark red cup with a strong aroma resembling both fruit and roses. Keemun is considered one of the best China black teas. It makes an excellent “English Breakfast” and is useful for ice tea, in that it does not cloud easily.
Starwest Botanicals: Earl Grey Tea (Camellia sinensis), Organic, 1 lb.
With the exception of jasmine, the earliest and probably most celebrated flavored tea was, and still is, Earl Grey. A black tea base scented with oil of bergamot, a citrus plant from Sicily.
Starwest Botanicals: Irish Breakfast Tea, Fair Trade Organic, 1 lb.
Blend of different grades of organic black teas from Sri Lanka. Created to matched the style favored by the tea loving Irish, this blend features the malty robustness of Assam black tea from India blended with Chinese tea for added complexity.
- Vinegar - Removes shampoo buildup. Preservatives.
VINEGAR PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Apple Cider Vinegar With Mother, Certified Organic, 100% Pure, Dynamic Health Labs, 16 fl. oz.
Dynamic Health Laboratories' Apple Cider Vinegar contains "Mother" that is formed naturally in unpasteurized vinegar by the acetobacter. It's made from USDA ORGANIC certified apples. The "Mother" in Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother is the dark, cloudy substance found in the vinegar formed from naturally occurring pectin and apple residues. It appears as molecules of protein connected in strand-like chains. The presence of the mother shows that the best part of the apple has not been destroyed. Vinegars containing the mother contain enzymes and mineralsthat other vinegars may not contain due to over processing, filtration and overheating. "Mother" is formed naturally by the bacteria in unpasteurized vinegar. Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother is said to contain an abundance of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber. The healing properties of apple cider vinegar are due in large part to its rich potassium content. The apple cider vinegar's beta-carotene is said to be in a natural, easy to digest form.
TakeHerb: Apple Cider Vinegar, Unfiltered, Organic Raw, Braggs Liquid Aminos, 32 fl. oz.
Bragg Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is made from the finest, delicious, healthy, organically grown apples. Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is full of zesty natural goodness and contains the amazing 'mother' of vinegar which occurs naturally as connected strand-like chains of protein enzyme molecules and is highly regarded throughout history. Many medical studies show the health benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar. In 400 B.C. Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, used it for its amazing natural cleansing, healing and energizing health qualities. Bragg's Vinegar adds healthy, delicious flavor to salads, veggies most foods, and even sprinkled over popcorn.
VINEGAR HEALTH DRINK
1 to 2 teaspoons Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
8 ounces Purified Water
1 to 2 teaspoons Organic Honey, 100% Maple Syrup, Blackstrap Molasses or 4 Drops Liquid Herb Stevia (optional)
Mix together and drink.
BRAGG HEALTH VINAIGRETTE - MARINADE
1/2 cup Bragg Organic Vinegar
1/3 cup Bragg Organic Olive Oil
1/2 to 1 teaspoon Bragg Liquid Aminos
1 to 2 teaspoons Honey
1 to 2 cloves Garlic- minced
Pinch of Bragg Sprinkle (24 Herbs & Spices)
Mix ingredients and use as a vinaigrette or marinade on salads, meats, and vegetables.
HAIR LOSS ALTERNATIVE THERAPY INFORMATION
For More Alternative Therapy Information Regarding Hair Loss & Baldness:
Health and Age - Alternative Medicine: Herbs, Yoga and Nutritional Supplements Alopecia
Treatment of Alopecia with Chinese Herbs
Cure Zone: Hair Disorders/Loss Prevention Remedies, Herbs, Alternative Medicine
BBC.co.uk - Health - Complementary Medicine Hair Loss and Baldness
Ayurvedic Remedies for Hair Loss and Baldness
ACTIVITY
No restrictions. However, it is recommended to reduce stress in your daily activities by removing stressors and using stress relieving methods of relaxation and meditation. See the following links for more information.
MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information: Stress
MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Relaxation Therapy
MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Meditation Therapy
DIET & NUTRITION
NUTRITION FOR HAIR LOSS
Make sure that your diet provides the minerals, B-vitamins, Fatty Acids and other nutrients needed for health hair growth. Iron and Zinc are especially important. Good nutrition also promotes healthy oxygen delivery and circulation to all parts of the body, including the scalp. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. For extra help, try a Seaweed supplement to provide minerals and thyroid support.
NUTRITION RECOMMENDATIONS
Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in starch. This may help to slow down the process of hair loss. Fruits and vegetables contain flavonoids, many of which are antioxidants that may provide protection for the hair follicles and encourage growth.
Eat plenty of foods high in biotin and/or take supplemental biotin as recommended under Herbal & Holistic Recommendations. Biotin is needed for healthy hair and skin, and may prevent hair loss in some cases. Good food sources of biotin include brewer's yeast, brown rice, bulgur, green peas, lentils, oats, soybeans, sunflower seeds, and walnuts.
Do not eat foods containing raw eggs. Raw eggs not only pose a risk of Salmonella infection, but are high in avidin, a protein that binds biotin and prevents it from being absorbed. Cooked eggs are acceptable.
MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Food Poisoning (Foodborne / Waterborne Disease)
Avoid crash diets and diets that neglect any of the food groups. These can cause deficiencies in nutrients that are detrimental to the hair.
NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS
SUPPLEMENTS TO THE RESCUE
Biotin, Gelatin, Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B-5) and the other B vitamins are all important components of hair that may promote hair regrowth. Your dermatologist or nutritionist can recommend supplement if you feel you need them.
Unless otherwise specified, the dosages recommended here are for adults. For children between the ages of 12 and 17, reduce the dose to 3/4 the recommended amount. For children between 6 and 12, use 1/2 the recommended dose, and for children under the age of 6, use 1/4 the recommended amount.
ALOPECIA / BALDNESS / HAIR LOSS SUPPLEMENTS & PRODUCTS
Millions of dollars are spent each year on hair products and treatments. Often, damage results from over-treating or roughly treating the hair. It is a myth that shampooing increases hair loss; gentle washing even on a daily basis will not damage the hair or lead to hair loss. Hair type, whether physically active and even your occupation, should determine the frequency of shampooing. Most experts recommend at least once a week washing to prevent dandruff from clogging the scalp. If you have oily scalp, frequent shampooing will keep the hair from lying flat, weighted down by the fats in sebum, an oily substance secreted by the skin’s sebaceous glands that coats the hair shaft. Coloring, perming, combing, teasing, and harsh shampooing can damage the hair. Conditioning products may provide a protective film that smoothes the hair and reduces snarls and tangles. Conditioners that give “extra body” may contain waxes that, when dry, make it look fuller. Some contain oil/fats (e.g., lanolin, mineral oil) to smooth hair, and a few have humectants that help to hold in water content. Hair requires gentle handling especially when wet. Towel dry gently after washing and avoid curling irons and blow dryers whenever possible. Brushing or combing hair when wet instead of damp or dry will result in more breakage at the root and hair shaft. Instead, untangle long hair gently with the fingers and use a wide tooth-comb or natural bristle brush to avoid pulling, stretching, or breaking the hair. Because natural oils do not normally reach the hair ends, it is important to brush regularly, especially for long hair.
The quality and health of your hair is partly reflected in having a well-balanced diet containing protein, amino acids, and vitamins. Iron deficiency, due to a lack of meat products in the diet or heavy menstrual bleeding in women, could affect the health of the hair. Crash diets and eating disorders can damage hair dramatically.
Hair is made up of non-living tissue made up of keratin, which is the same substance found in finger and toe nails. Hair grows at a rate of one-half inch per month. It is common for a person to lose hundreds of hairs each day, but they are usually replaced by new hair growth. Like the skin, hair gains its strength and health from the inside out, so diet, proper digestion and good circulation is important. A diet high in fresh vegetables, fruits and dairy products helps provide necessary nutrition to the body and hair. Whole grains provide fiber and nourishment without overtaxing the digestive system. Stress, brittle hair, slowed growth, dandruff and hormonal changes can negatively affect the quality of hair appearance and growth.
Listed below are additional organic and natural products and supplements (not listed above) for hair care and to help prevent hair loss, promote hair growth and help with baldness and alopecia, excessive loss of hair on the scalp or other parts of the body.
ALIVE MULTIVITAMIN & MINERAL PRODUCTS
No other supplement contains more life-giving nutrients than Nature's Way Alive Multi-Vitamin and Mineral Supplements. Alive Multi-Vitamin is better absorbed into your blood stream because its tablets and powder disintegrate up to 5 times faster than other leading brands and are easily absorbed.
TakeHerb: Alive Multi-Nutrient Supplement, No Iron, Easily Absorbed, Natures Way, 30 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Multi-Nutrient Supplement, No Iron, Easily Absorbed, Natures Way, 60 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Multi-Nutrient Supplement, No Iron, Easily Absorbed, Natures Way, 90 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Multi-Nutrient Supplement, No Iron, Easily Absorbed, Natures Way, 180 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Multi-Nutrient Supplement, No Iron, Whole Food Energizer, Natures Way, 90 VCaps
TakeHerb: Alive MultiNutrient Supplement, With Iron, Whole Food Energizer, Natures Way, 30 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Multi-Nutrient Supplement, With Iron, Whole Food Energizer, Natures Way, 60 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Multi-Nutrient Supplement, With Iron, Whole Food Energizer, Natures Way, 90 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Multi-Nutrient Supplement, With Iron, Whole Food Energizer, Natures Way, 180 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Multi-Nutrient Supplement, With Iron, Whole Food Energizer, Natures Way, 90 VCaps
TakeHerb: Alive Ultra Shake, Vanilla, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 10 Packets
TakeHerb: Alive Ultra Shake, Vanilla, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 1.3 lbs.
TakeHerb: Alive Ultra Shake, Vanilla, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 2.2 lbs.
TakeHerb: Alive Ultra Shake, Apple & Cinnamon, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 1.3 lbs.
TakeHerb: Alive Ultra Shake, Apple & Cinnamon, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 2.2 lbs.
TakeHerb: Alive Rice Pea Protein Ultra Shake, Apple Cinnamon, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 1.3 lbs.
TakeHerb: Alive Rice Pea Protein Ultra Shake, Apple Cinnamon, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 2.2 lbs.
TakeHerb: Alive Rice Pea Protein Ultra Shake, Vanilla, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 1.3 lbs.
TakeHerb: Alive Rice Pea Protein Ultra Shake, Vanilla, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 2.2 lbs.
TakeHerb: Alive Rice Pea Protein Ultra Shake, Vanilla, Complete All Day Energy, Natures Way, 1 Box
AMLA / BRAHMI HAIR PRODUCTS
Massaging of hair & scalp with a proper nutrient hair oil gives additional nutrition to the scalp and prevents hair loss. Massaging also increases the blood circulation in the scalp & this keeps the hair roots strong. Amla Oil is a non-sticky oil which nourishes and promotes hair growth. Amla Hair Oil a unique cooling "Hair Conditioning" formula that can be used everyday to replace lost nourishment to the hair.According to Ayurveda, Amla oil can be used every day to maintain and nourish existing hair. This oil does not color your hair so it can be everyone alike. With the daily damage effects of weather ,gels and hairsprays, it is very important to replace the hair will all the nourishment lost throughout the day. Amla Hair Oil will replace that nourishment.No artificial fragrance added. 1. Part your hair and apply oil all over the scalp. 2. Massage the scalp gently with fingers in a circular motion, so that the oil gets absorbed into the scalp, gradually. 3. Leave for an hour or more before washing with an all-natural shampoo.
TakeHerb: Amla Hair Oil, Bazaar of India, 4 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Amla Hair Oil, Bazaar of India, 1 gallon
TakeHerb: Brahmi Amla Hair Oil, Bazaar of India, 4 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Brahmi Amla Hair Oil, Bazaar of India, 1 gallon
TakeHerb: Brahmi Oil, Bazaar of India, 5.5 oz.
BAKUCHI PRODUCTS
Helpful in managing skin discoloration, veiling, baldness, conditions involving bilious affections, leprosy, leucoderma, antifungal and antiprotozoal, anti tumor.
TakeHerb: Bakuchi (Cyamopsis psoralioides), Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps
TakeHerb: Bakuchi Powder (Cyamopsis psoralioides), Wildcrafted, Bazaar of India, 1 lb.
BIOTIN PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Biotin Vitamin H, Olympian Labs, 1000 mcg, 60 Caps
Though rare, Biotin deficiency can cause a wide range of hair, skin and central nervous system abnormalities. Symptoms of deficiency include loss of or thinning of hair, loss of hair color, seborrheic dermatitis, a condition most commonly found in infancy that results in a scaly, itchy red rash commonly located on the scalp, sides of the nose, areas around the eye and behind the ear and central nervous system abnormalities such as depression, fatigue, insomnia, lethargy, hallucinations, and paresthesias.
TakeHerb: Biotin B-Complex, Thickening Shampoo, For Fine Lifeless Hair, Avalon Organic Botanicals, 14 fl. oz.
Specifically designed to help restore thinning hair, this thickening shampoo is fortified with an elixir of biotin, saw palmetto and wheat protein to control hair loss, while nourishing follicles. It will help strengthen hair strands and boost body and volum for a healthy scalp and thicker, fuller hair. Features and benefits: This thickening shampoo is formulated with nourishing aloe and jojoba, stimulating rosemary, saw palmetto and smoothing, strengthening wheat protein. Apply to wet hair, lather and rinse. Gentle enough for daily use. Best if used in conjunction with Biotin B-Complex Thickening Conditioner.
TakeHerb: Biotin B-Complex, Thickening Conditioner, Avalon Organic Botanicals, 14 fl. oz.
Specifically designed to heal and restore thinning hair, this thickening conditioner is fortified with an elixir of biotin, saw palmetto and wheat protein to control hair loss, while nourishing follicles and restoring thinning hair. It will also strengthen hair strands and boost body and volume for a healthy scalp and thicker, fuller hair. This thickening conditioner is formulated with aloe and jojoba in addition to biotin, B vitamins, health-promoting saw palmetto and smoothing, softening wheat protein. Thickening for fine, limp or thinning hair. Apply to clean, wet hair and rinse. The longer you leave conditioner on, the deeper the nutrients can penetrate your hair. Gentle enough for daily use. Best if used in conjunction with Biotin B-Complex Shampoo.
BRAVAS HAIR PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Bravas Hair Tonic, Shiseido, 6.1 fl. oz.
Men, attract the right opportunities to both your personal and professional lives by having a nice, full head of hair. With its cool citrus scent, this hair tonic maintains your hair's pH balance as well as help strengthening the scalp's defenses, which makes this tonic highly recommended for capillary treatments and hair loss prevention. Besides favoring hair growth and preventing hair loss (it manages to do through its ability to oxygenate and fortify the hair root stimulation for hair growth), this tonic also prevents dandruff and scalp itchiness while restoring your hair's silkiness, shine, and brightness all day long.
BRING-RAJ PRODUCTS
This annual is a creeping and moisture-loving herb; it has a short, flat or round stem and small white flowers on a long stalk. It grows 3"tall; the leaves are opposite and lance-shaped. Bringraj grows abundantly in the tropics and is used with success in Ayurvedic medicine. This is the main herb for the hair and cirrhosis in Ayurveda. It is believed to prevent aging, maintains and rejuvenates hair, teeth, bones, memory, sight, and hearing. It is a rejuvenative for kidneys, and liver. As an oil, it removes graying, balding, makes the hair darker, and promotes deep sleep. Externally, it draws out poisons and reduces inflammations and swollen glands. It also improves complexion. The root powder is used in Ayurveda for hepatitis, enlarged spleen and skin disorders. Mixed with salt, it relieves burning urine. Mixed with a little oil and applied to the head, it relieves headache. Two drops of expressed juice is mixed with eight drops raw honey and given to newborn children with colds and excess mucus. Mixed with castor oil, it removes worms. Juice placed in the ears removes earaches. A leaf decoction is useful for uterine hemorrhaging (two to four ounces twice daily). Leaf paste applied to swollen glands and skin conditions helps them to heal. Leaf juice boiled in coconut oil makes a hair oil to remove gray hair and balding. This Ayurvedic herb is found throughout India and the southwestern U.S. Its name in India means "ruler of the hair".
TakeHerb: Bringraj Powder (Eclipta erecta), Certified Organic Leaf, Bazaar of India, 1 lb.
This is the main herb for the hair and cirrhosis in Ayurveda. It is believed to prevent aging, maintains and rejuvenates hair, teeth, bones, memory, sight, and hearing.
TakeHerb: Bhringaraj Powder (Eclipta erecta), Certified Organic Leaf, Banyan Botanicals, 1 lb.
Known in India for its abilities to promote hair growth and help prevent premature greying. Also used in Ayurveda to calm the mind, and for a variety of pitta-related imbalances.
TakeHerb: Bring-Raj (Eclipta erecta), Bazaar of India, 450 mg, 100 VCaps
TakeHerb: Bring-Raj Oil, Bazaar of India, 4 fl. oz.
Professionally formulated as a "Hair Growth" oil for hair loss and premature balding. Bringraj oil, also know as Eclipta alba has been traditionally used in India for hair growth. Blended with sesame seed oil and other Ayurvedic herbs, Bring-raj oil is one of a kind.Effective in use for color-treated and sun damaged hair.No artificial fragrance added. Use as needed.
TakeHerb: Bhringaraj Oil, Banyan Botanicals, 4 oz.
A tridoshic oil traditionally used to encourage healthy hair growth and better sleep. Bhringaraj oil is an excellent choice for massaging the scalp and feet. It also cools the head and calms the mind. Use as needed.
TakeHerb: Bhringaraj Oil, Banyan Botanicals, 1 quart
A tridoshic oil traditionally used to encourage healthy hair growth and better sleep. Bhringaraj oil is an excellent choice for massaging the scalp and feet. It also cools the head and calms the mind. Use as needed.
TakeHerb: Bhringaraj Oil, Banyan Botanicals, 1 gallon
A tridoshic oil traditionally used to encourage healthy hair growth and better sleep. Bhringaraj oil is an excellent choice for massaging the scalp and feet. It also cools the head and calms the mind. Use as needed.
TakeHerb: Bhringaraj Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
This Ayurvedic herb is found throughout India and the southwestern U.S. Its name in India means "ruler of the hair". Used for disorders of the liver, gallbladder, and spleen. Can be used for headache and toothache. Reputed to rejuvenate hair, teeth, and bones. Use 6-12 drops in juice, water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool dark place. Keep out of reach of children.
TakeHerb: Eclipta Raj Hair Oil, Bazaar of India, 4.5 fl. oz.
Massaging of hair and scalp with a proper nutrient hair oil gives additional nutrition to the scalp and prevents hair loss. Massaging also increases the blood circulation in the scalp and this keeps the hair roots strong. According to Ayurveda, proper hair care involves nourishing the hair follicles from the outside and inside. Regular use of “Hair Growth” give the hair the nutrition it needs. This combination is an excellent source of vitally important nutrients for healthy, shiny, vibrant hair as nature intended. It’s never too late to rejuvenate lifeless, thin or brittle hair. This exclusive body building formula penetrates deeply to strengthen and smooth week cuticles.Eclipta-Raj Hair Oil is formulated using only the highest quality Ayurvedic oils and herbs from India. Eclipta-Raj Hair Oil is different because it is used before shampooing so it cannot leave an oily residue like many other hair oils do. Eclipta-Raj Hair oil is most effective when used with Hair Rejuv capsules. To use, part your hair and apply oil all over the scalp. Massage the scalp gently with fingers in a circular motion, so that the oil gets absorbed into the scalp, gradually. Leave for an hour or more before washing with an all-natural shampoo.
TakeHerb: Healthy Hair, Promotes Growth of Strong & Lustrous Hair, Banyan Botanicals, 90 Tabs
According to Ayurveda, premature gray hair and balding are indicative of excess pitta in the system. Healthy Hair combines powerful detoxifying herbs that remove excess pitta from the body while supporting the factors that lead to healthy hair growth. Its main ingredient, Bhringaraj, is known as "the ruler of the hair," for its historical use as a rejuvenative for the scalp and hair. Healthy Hair cleanses the liver, helping the body remove impurities that can inhibit proper hair growth, while providing the nutrients that lead to a thick, lustrous head of hair. Supports robust hair growth. Promotes natural color and luster. Bolsters hair strength and thickness. Take 1-2 tablets, once or twice daily, or as directed by your health care provider.
CATS CLAW PRODUCTS
Cat's Claw is an exciting discovery from the Peruvian rainforest. Also called Una de Gato, Cat's Claw has been used for hundreds of years by the native Ashanica Indians. Cat's Claw Bark is a traditional tonic herb for well being, Cat's Claw was historically used by the indigenous people of South America to stimulate the immune system in a variety of serious ailments. Cat's Claw inner bark (Uncaria tomentosa) has been traditionally used in the Amazon Rainforest to promote digestion, enhance immune function and detoxify the body. Studies conducted since the 1970s at research clinics in Peru, Austria, Germany, England, Hungary and Italy validate the traditional usage of Cat's Claw and indicate that this herb may be beneficial in ameliorating a host of modern day afflictions which have no answers from the orthodox medical arena. It is known to help nutritionally support the body's defenses, circulatory and gastrointestinal systems through its antioxidant and build properties.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Cat's Claw Bark & Powder, Wild Harvested Bulk Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Cat's Claw Extract, Wildharvested Herbal Extacts
Starwest Botanicals: Cat's Claw Inner Bark Powder, Organic, 4 oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Cat's Claw Inner Bark Powder, Organic, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Cat's Claw Inner Bark Powder, Wildcrafted, 1 lb.
Starwest Botanicals: Cat's Claw Bark Herbal Capsules, Wildcrafted, 460 mg, 100 VCaps
Starwest Botanicals: Cat's Claw Bark Herbal Capsules, Wildcrafted, 460 mg, 500 VCaps
Starwest Botanicals: Cat's Claw Bark Extract, 1 fl. oz.
Starwest Botanicals: Cat's Claw Bark Extract, 4 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Cat's Claw Bark, Natures Way, 485 mg, 100 Caps
Kalyx: Cat's Claw Extract, Una De Gato, Organic, Promotes Healthy Immune System, Natures Answer, 2 fl oz.
HerbsPro: Cats Claw Inner Bark Extract, Standardized, Natures Answer, 250 mg, 60 VCaps
HerbsPro: Cats Claw Inner Bark, Natures Answer, 450 mg, 90 Caps
House of Nutrition: Cat's Claw, NOW Foods, 400 mg, 250 Caps
TakeHerb: Cat's Claw, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 100 Caps
TakeHerb: Cat's Claw 5000, NOW Foods, 60 Caps
TakeHerb: Cat's Claw, Planetary Herbals, 750 mg, 90 Tabs
TakeHerb: Cat's Claw, Solgar, 1000 mg, 90 Tabs
TakeHerb: Cat's Claw Extract, Planetary Herbals, 2 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Cat's Claw Extract, Planetary Herbals, 4 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Cat's Claw Defense Complex, Source Naturals, 120 Tabs
TakeHerb: Cat's Claw Complete Complex, Planetary Herbals, 90 Tabs
COCONUT OIL PRODUCTS
Massaging of hair and scalp with a proper nutrient hair oil gives additional nutrition to the scalp and prevents hair loss. Massaging also increases the blood circulation in the scalp and this keeps the hair roots strong. Aids in luxuriant hair growth and also prevents the scalp from getting dry. It is also customary to apply the oil (along with other oils - coconut oil, sesame oil, caster oil )and allow it to soak for some time before a hair bath. Other items like hibiscus flower, karuvaepilai(curry leaves) are dried and added to oil, to futher aid in hair growth and color. Use as needed.
TakeHerb: Coconut Oil, Bazaar of India, 10 oz.
TakeHerb: Coconut Oil, Bazaar of India, 1 gallon
CREAM OF COCO PRODUCTS
Cream of Coco Hair and Body Shampoo is a truly incredible all natural body cleanser. A Natural Soap for cleaner, healthier skin. A Quality Shampoo for cleaner, more beautiful hair. The All-Body Wash in a Bar. This miracle soap created with the rare creamed oil from the kernel of the Miniature Coco produced a rich and fragrant lather to combat the daily wear and tear on your skin and hair. One glowing bar serves as soap and shampoo to maintain a natural youthful complexion and vibrant, clean hair. Contains no animal by-products. Use as needed and as you would any soap or shampoo. After rinsing, treat your hair to your favorite conditioner.
TakeHerb: Cream of Coco Hair & Body Shampoo, Wisdom Natural Brands, 16 fl. oz.
CRUDOLEUM HAIR PRODUCTS
Crudoleum Conditioner is a therapeutic conditioner to relieve itchy scalp while replenishing hair and encouraging luster and shine. Manufacturer's Product Research: Specially formulated to help solve the problems of manageability; dry; itchy scalp; and excessive hair loss. Use after washing hair with Pine Tar Shampoo; Olive Oil Shampoo; or Crudoleum Shampoo. Massage a small amount of Crudoleum Hair Conditioner into hair and scalp. Allow to remain for one minute. Rinse thoroughly.
TakeHerb: Crudoleum Hair Conditioner, Heritage Products, 18 oz.
DERMA-VITS PRODUCTS
Derma Vits combines the most important vitamins and minerals for supporting healthy hair, skin and nails. Most diets today lack key nutrients that naturally support beauty through health. Derma-Vits includes optimum levels of MSM, Vitamin E and natural silica from Horsetail Extract. These nutrients provide the primary components for supporting lustrous hair, glowing skin and flawless nails. As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule two to six times daily, preferably on an empty stomach or just before meals.
TakeHerb: Derma-Vits Hair, Skin & Nail Formula, Now Foods, 90 Caps
DONG QUAI WOMAN'S TEA
Dong Quai is used for maintaining normal gynecological functions, to regulate female hormones, cycles, alleviate cramps and mid-life hot flashes, and to prevent hair loss. Organic Woman's Dong Quai Herbal Tea is an effective and organic way to lessen fatigue, restore your energy and balance a woman's hormones.
House of Nutrition: Womans Dong Quai Tonic Tea, Hormone Balance, Certified Organic, Yogi Teas, 16 Tea Bags
Organic Woman’s Dong Quai Tonic is an effective and organic way to lessen fatigue, restore your energy and balance a woman’s hormones. This healing tonic is formulated to ease what traditional Chinese medicine practitioners refer to as "blood deficiency," resulting from stress, poor digestion, or improper eating and health habits. We’ve included in our tonic the potent "Queen of Herbs" Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis), shown to be effective in supporting the reproductive organs, addressing common female hormone imbalances, helping to regulate the menstrual cycle and building all-around health.
HerbsPro: Dong Quai Lady's Tea, Health King, 20 Tea Bags
Dong Quai Lady's Herb Tea is an excellent drink flavored with jasmine flower, is made of the famous Chinese Dong Quai (Angelica chinensis) grown on the pollution-free high plateau of northwest China. Dong Quai contains fatty acids, succinic acid, various amino acids, volatile oil, B12, etc., and as a blood builder and circulator, helps in Chinese medicine for maintaining normal gynecological functions, to regulate female hormone, cycles, alleviate cramps and mid-life hot flashes, to avoid hair loss, and to maintain youthfulness.ENERGIZER HAIR & SCALP PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Energizer Treatment Shampoo For Women, Hobe Labs, 4 fl. oz.
Shampoo is super concentrated so apply small amount to dampened hair. Massage into hair & scalp. Rinse thoroughly. To complete treatment, mix small amount of Shampoo with 2-3 drops of Jojoba Oil. Massage into slightly damp hair. Dry and style as usual.
TakeHerb: Energizer Treatment Shampoo With Jojoba, Hobe Labs, 4 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Energizer Hair & Scalp Treatment Pack, Hobe Labs, 3 Pieces
Hair and Scalp Treatment Pack contains a hair follicle stimulator, vitamin and mineral formula and a treatment shampoo to encourage hair health from the inside and outside. Fight Thinning Hair &zmp; Scalp Problems! Thousands of Satisfied users know easy 1, 2, 3 program for thicker, healthier hair will work for you! Over 20 years of Satisfied Users Beats Minoxidil and All the Rest! Energizer Treatment Shampoo with Jojoba and Vitamin B-5 has been working better, longer, and with more proven results than Minoxidil and all the other hair care products on the market today. The 'More-Hair' Treatment Pack, including Energizer Treatment Shampoo, Energizer Hair Follicle Stimulator and Energizer Vitamin and Mineral Complex, is an exciting, natural, total hair care program. Results of leading university studies and proven case histories attest to countless successes in stopping hair loss, reversing thinning hair and promoting new hair growth results based on the use of jojoba and herbs.
Energizer Treatment Shampoo (4 fl. oz. With 5.0 ml Pure Jojoba Oil): It is the best product for promoting super clean, dandruff and problem-free hair and scalp because it contains Bio-Ferm, Hobe's exclusive distillate of jojoba and special herbal complex that emulsifies and removes sebum from the scalp. Sebum build-up can choke off hair follicles, leading to thinning hair and baldness. Energizer Treatment Shampoo's moisturizing and nourishing ingredients, including Vitamin B-5, help restore thick, healthy hair growth. Energizer Treatment Shampoo is super concentrated so only apply a small amount to dampened hair. Massage lather into hair and scalp. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat for maximum results. To complete treatment, mix small amount of Energizer Shampoo with 2-3 drops of Jojoba Oil into creamy lotion. Massage into slightly damp hair and scalp. Dry and style as usual. Use daily for best results.
Energizer Hair Follicle Stimulator (8 fl. oz.): Bio-Ferm based, this marvelous product contains to moisturize, protect and nourish your hair between shampoos, day and night. U.S..D.A. research indicates that "Jojoba, when used as a method of controlling sebum, promotes a luxuriant growth of hair." vitamin B-5 adds body to the hair shaft, giving a fuller look. Towel dry after shampooing. Spray Energizer Stimulator on hair and scalp with special attention to the scalp in thinning areas.
Energizer Vitamin & Mineral Complex (60 tabs): Especially formulated with silica and other essential ingredients to hold cells together, this complex provides the internal nourishment to help grow thicker, fuller, healthier hair. As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 tablets daily.
TakeHerb: Energizer Hair & Scalp Treatment Kit, Hobe Labs, 3 Pieces
Hobe introduces the Energizer Hair Thickening Pak, for thicker, fuller and healthier hair. The pack contains three of the popular Energizer hair products: Treatment Shampoo, Hair Follicle Stimulator and Hair Thickening Serum. Clinical studies have shown that one of the primary causes of hair loss, dandruff, excessively oily hair and related scalp problems is the build-up of sebum on the scalp. Sebum is a waxy substance secreted by the sebaceous glands in the scalp. When sebum builds up, it can clog hair follicles, thus causing hair loss and many other scalp problems. Years of successful consumer use has proven that regular use of the Energizer three-step hair care system will help thicken thinning hair, restore hair vitality, and stimulate hair growth and a healthy scalp. Do not neglect your hair and scalp in your health and fitness program. Give it the attention it needs with Hobe's Hair Thickening Kit.
Treatment Shampoo: Energizer Treatment Shampoo is super concentrated so only apply a small amount to dampened hair. Massage lather into hair and scalp. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat for maximum results. To complete treatment, mix small amount of Energizer Shampoo with 2-3 drops of Jojoba Oil into creamy lotion. Massage into slightly damp hair and scalp. Dry and style as usual. Use daily for best results.
Hair Follicle Stimulator: Towel dry after shampooing. Spray Energizer Stimulator on hair and scalp with special attention to the scalp in thinning areas.
Hair Thickening Serum: Put 2 to 3 drops into palm and rub hands together, then apply to clean, slightly damp hair. Comb or massage into hair. Allow Serum to absorb for 15 seconds, then style as ususal. Blow dry for added volume.
FLAX SEED PRODUCTS
Flax Seeds are an important source of polyunsaturated fatty acids, including Omega-3, plus Magnesium, Zinc and dietary fiber. Flax oil from flax seeds is the richest known source of linolenic acid. It contains protein, mucilage, phytosterols and lignans, which are naturally included at 100 times the level of the next best source, wheat bran.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Flax Meal & Whole Flax Seed, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Gold Crown Natural Products: Ground Flaxseed / Linaza, 16 oz. Pack
Gold Crown Natural Products: Ground Flaxseed / Linaza, 3 Pack Combo, 16 oz. Per Pack
Kalyx: Flax Seed Oil, Natrol, 1000 mg, 200 Softgels
Kalyx: Flax Liqnan Gold Oil, Certified Organic, Health From The Sun, 16 fl. oz.
Kalyx: Flax Omega-3 Oil With Borage, Natrol, 1000 mg, 60 Softgels
HerbsPro: Flax Seed Oil, Super Size Liquid, Jarrow Formulas, 32 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Flax Seed & Primrose Oil, ALA & GLA Complex, Source Naturals, 1300 mg, 180 Softgels
HerbsPro: Flax Seed Oil, Organic, Now Foods, 24 fl. oz.
House of Nutrition: Flax Seed Oil, Organic, Douglas Lab, 1000 mg, 100 Gels
House of Nutrition: Flax Seed Oil, Blue Bonnet, 1000 mg, 250 Softgels
HerbsPro: Flaxseed Oil, Deva Vegan Vitamins, Organic, 90 VCaps
House of Nutrition: Pharmax Pure Organic Flaxseed Oil, 300 ml
TakeHerb: Super Lignan Flax Oil, Organic, EFA Gold, Natures Way, 24 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Flax Oil With Borage & Pumpkin, Doctors Choice, Enzymatic Therapy, 120 Softgels
TakeHerb: Flaxseed Oil, Organic, Good'n Natural, 1200 mg, 100 Softgels
TakeHerb: Flaxseed Oil, Organic, Good'n Natural, 1000 mg, 120 Softgels
TakeHerb: Flaxseed Oil Liquid, Organic, Good'n Natural, 16 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Flaxseed Oil With Lemon, Organic, Spectrum Naturalsl, 8 oz.
TakeHerb: Flaxseed Oil With Cinnamon, Organic, Spectrum Naturals, 8 oz.
GINKGO BILOBA PRODUCTS
Ginkgo supports circulation to the brain as well as the extremities. This is achieved by maintaining healthy blood vessel tone and reducing blood viscosity. Additionally, the active compounds in Ginkgo biloba act as free radical scavenger and a proven antioxidant. An herbal supplement to support brain function. They support the utilization of oxygen and glucose, healthy circulation, activity, memory, and mood balance.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Ginkgo, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs
Kalyx: Ginkgo IQ Tea, Certified Organic, Yogi Tea, 16 Tea Bags
Kalyx: Ginkgo Biloba, FoodScience Labs, 60 mg, 90 Caps
Kalyx: Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Thompson Nutritional, 60 mg, 60 Caps
Kalyx: Ginkgo Biloba Extract Advanced Formula, 60 Caps
Kalyx: Ginkgo Biloba, Herbal Extracts Plus, 25/6 Powder, 1 lb.
HerbsPro: Ginkgo Biloba, Now Foods, 60 mg, 240 Caps
HerbsPro: Ginkgo Biloba, Now Foods, 120 mg, 200 VCaps
HerbsPro: Ginkgo Biloba, Eclectic Institute, 500 mg, 120 Caps
HerbsPro: Ginkgo Biloba, Eclectic Institute, 750 mg, 100 Tabs
HerbsPro: Ginkgo Extract, Alcohol Free, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Ginkgo Leaf Extract, Alcohol Free, Natures Answer, 2 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Eclectic Institute, 1 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Ginkgo Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz.
House of Nutrition: Ginkgo Biloba Tea, Health King, 20 Tea Bags
House of Nutrition: Ginkgo Standardized Extract, For Mental Function, Natures Way, 60 mg, 60 Caps
House of Nutrition: Ginkgo Biloba, Wise Woman Herbal, 8 oz.
TakeHerb: Ginkgo Biloba Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
HAIR GROWTH HELP PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Hair Growth Help Wellness Oil, Nature's Inventory, 2 fl. oz.
Most drugs on the market for balding work by dilating the blood vessels, stimulating cell division and in the process encourage hair growth. Essential oils work the same way with just as effective results. Nature's Inventory Hair Growth Help Wellness Oil combines the best of the best essential oils for results you can see.
HAIR REGENERATION PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Hair Regeneration, TCM Formula, Shouwu Shengfa, Health King, 100% Natural, 400 mg, 60 Caps
This time-honored Hair Regeneration formula is used in Chinese medicine to nourish the blood and supplement the kidney, inhibit bacteria, ease itching and to promote healthy hair growth and prevent hair loss. As a dietary supplement, take 3~5 capsules 3 times daily. Not recommended for use by pregnant woman. Store in a cool and dry place out of the reach of children.
HAIR REMEDY PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Hairever I Cleansing Scalp Treatment. Home Health, 8 oz.
Hairever I cleansing scalp treatment is used before shampooing to unclog hair follicles by dissolving dried oils, fatty acids and build-up, which can inhibit normal hair growth and cause hair loss. Thinning hair often starts at the scalp when hair follicles become clogged by dried oils (sebum), fatty acids and hair care product buildup. Hairever Cleansing Scalp Treatment is a special blend of essential vitamins and emulsifying oils designed to unclog follicles by dissolving these damaging compounds and gently rinsing them away, thus reducing hair breakage at the scalp line and encouraging healthy hair growth. To Complete your hair care program, we recommend using a high protein, pH-balanced shampoo such as our Chamovera Shampoo, followed by application of our Hairever Hair and Scalp Vitamin Tonic. Use daily for two weeks, then twice a week. Apply a small amount of Hairever Cleansing Scalp Treatment to your hand and massage briskly into the scalp. Repeat as needed to cover scalp completely. Concentrate on thinning areas. Leave on for 5 minutes, then shampoo and rinse.
TakeHerb: Hair Remedy, Stop Hair Loss, Siddatech, 1 oz.
HAIR REVIVE PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Hair Revive 5, For Hair Loss In Women, Ridgecrest Herbals, 120 Caps
Hair loss in women has five major causes: inadequate nutrition, physical or emotional stress, thyroid levels, DHT buildup in follicles, and side effects of medication. Hair Revive 5 is a nutritional, herbal and homeopathic formula that addresses all five major causes of hair loss. 120 capsules (30 day supply) Use As Needed.
HAIR VITAMIN PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Hair Vitamins, Windmill, 60 Count
TakeHerb: Hair, Skin & Nails For Women, Futurebiotics, 75 Tabs
TakeHerb: Hair, Skin & Nails For Women, Futurebiotics, 135 Tabs
TakeHerb: Hair, Skin & Nails For Women, Futurebiotics, 75 Tabs
TakeHerb: Hair, Skin & Nails For Women, Futurebiotics, 135 Tabs
HEALTHY SKIN & HAIR PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Healthy Skin & Hair Plus Nails, Nutrient Rich Supplement, Irwin Naturals, 60 Liquid Softgels
Irwin Naturals Hair Skin and Nails Supplement will bring beauty and shine to your body in an easy to use liquid capsule.
HERBAL HENNA PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Organic Herbal Henna Biotin Shampoo, Rainbow Research, 12 fl. oz.
Adds shine, body and conditioning to all hair types. Brings our your natural highlights.
TakeHerb: Henna Shine Enhancing Shampoo, Illuminates Dull Hair, Sulfate Free, Natures Gate, 18 fl. oz.
Accentuates highlights naturally with non-coloring neutral henna that complements all hair colors safely. Reds achieve a new spectrum of fire, browns a broader range of highlights, and blondes a subtle harmony of beautiful tone, without changing color. Henna, in combination with our special formulations of herbal extracts provides restorative and beautifying properties to help mend split ends while providing a naturally healthful beauty treatment for your hair.
TakeHerb: Rainwater Henna Conditioner, Natures Gate, 18 fl. oz.
A gentle treatment that helps nourish hair, mend split ends and provide intense highlights, sheen and manageability. Henna's unique properties help bind the cuticle to prevent dullness, leaving the hair shaft smoother and more reflective. Formulated with pure and gentle herbal extract complexes that stimulate the hair and scalp for beautiful, healthier hair.
HYDRAPLENISH PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Hyaluronic Acid Hydraplenish With MSM & BioCell Collagen Vegetarian Nature's Way, 60 VCaps
Hyaluronic Acid Hydraplenish contains the patented BioCell Collagen II complex for healthy connective tissue and synovial fluid plus Opti MSM to support healthy hair.
I3C PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Indole 3 Carbinol (I3C) With Flax Lignans, Vegetarian, Now Foods, 200 mg, 60 VCaps
I3C provides powerful antioxidant protection, helping to prevent cellular damage caused by free radicals. In addition, I3C can help to maintain healthy hormonal balance, for both men and women and therefore may support the health of the breast, prostate, and other reproductive organs.
JASON NATURAL HAIR PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Thin To Thick Shampoo, Jason Natural, 8 fl. oz.
Guaranteed to add at least 10% fulness to your hair after the first application, this shampoo, with its mild botanical cleansing agents and fruit acids, gently and thoroughly cleanses your hair and purifies your scalp. Polysorbates free your scalp of excess cellular debris which can otherwise block hair follicles, resulting in hair thinning and unusual hair fallout. Formulated to work in synergy within the Thin to Thick Hair & Scalp Therapy System, this revitalizing shampoo helps plump up and strengthen each individual hair shaft, adding body, shine and bounce. Normalizes and balances scalp functions, to bring nutrients to the hair follicle, thus improving hair growth, and helping control excessive hair loss.
TakeHerb: Thin To Thick Scalp Elixir, Jason Natural, 2 fl. oz.
This revitalizing, preventative and corrective elixir purifies, tones and invigorates the scalp. Helps free hair follicles of debris which inhibit hair growth. Active plant extracts help stimulate micro-circulation to provide the hair bulb with vital nutrients. With Biotin, Folic Acid, Inositol, Cysteine, (all essential to healthy hair growth), and Hydrolyzed Proteins, it helps control thinning hair, excess hair loss, and greatly strengthens fine and limp hair. All Natural. Bio-Degradable.
TakeHerb: Jojoba Shampoo, Jason Natural, 16 fl. oz.
Removes sebum deposits that can cause dandruff, flaking, itching and hair loss. Nourishes your hair with vitamins, minerals and botanicals. Jason Extra Rich Natural Jojoba Shampoo. Hair Nourishing Formula. UV Protection Extra Body Super Shine. pH 5.5 Soothes & Normalizes your Scalp. Moisturizes & Volumizes your Hair. Jason Natural Jojoba Shampoo Volumizing & Gentle Scalp Cleaner. Jason's Jojoba Formula nourishes hair and soothes dry, itchy scalp. 22 Keratin Amino Acids, 3 proteins and Planthenol 3 strengthen hair while pure, imported botanicals, vitamins and minerals give a moisturizing boost. Jason Natural Jojoba Shampoo removes sebum deposits that can cause dandruff, itching and hair loss. It helps correct damage caused by blow drying, perming and too much sun. Continued use can produce dramatic results in as little as two weeks. A great looking natural and healthy shine. Bio-Degradable.
TakeHerb: Thin To Thick Hair Conditioner, Jason Natural, 8 fl. oz.
Your hair and scalp are aggressed by an increasingly more hazardous environment and this super revitalizing conditioner provides them with precisely the type of complete nutritional, environmental and UV protection you need. Reinforces and strengthens weak, chemically processed hair, by infusing amino acids into the hair cortex. About Jason: It is our mission to make the best and most effective natural products in the marketplace. And each year, with every new product we create, we continue to hold ourselves to that standard. Our unique formulations are infused with botanicals, plants, roots, herbs, proteins, vitamins and minerals, all from the earth. It has always been our belief that our beautiful planet gives us everything we need. First shampoo with Thin to Thick Natural Hair Thickening Shampoo. Towel dry, and massage on capful of conditioner through hair. Comb through, and leave on for 1-2 minutes. Rinse with warm, then cool water. To help prevent and correct hair thinning and fallout, use Thin to Thick Scalp Elixir as a nighttime treatment. Style as usual, then use Thin to Thick Body Building Hair Spray for day-long hold and protection.
TakeHerb: Vitamin A, C, & E No Scent Shampoo, Jason Natural, 16 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Vitamin A, C, & E No Scent Conditioner, Jason Natural, 16 fl. oz.
KYOLIC EPA OIL PRODUCTS
HerbsPro: Kyolic Garlic EPA & DHA, Economy Size, Wakunaga, 180 Softgels
HerbsPro: Premium Kyolic EPA with A.G.E. Formula, Wakunaga, 150, 90 Caps
House of Nutrition: Wakunaga Kyolic EPA (300 EPA / 200 DHA), 180 gms
TakeHerb: Kyolic EPA & DHA Formjula, Economy Size, Wakunaga, 180 Softgels
TakeHerb: Kyolic EPA With A.G.E. Formula 150, Premium, Wakunaga, 90 Caps
LIFE EXTENSION HAIR PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Hair Conditioner, Life Extension, 16 fl. oz.
Life Extension Hair Condition will moisturize your hair to add more control and luster than you have ever had. Use as you would other hair conditioners. It is so concentrated only a small amount is needed.
TakeHerb: Hair Shampoo, Life Extension, 16 fl. oz.
Life Extension Shampoo is a deep cleansing shampoo, yet a gentle formula perfect for everyday use. Individuals with a full head of hair should use the shampoo as they would any other shampoo. Those with thinning hair or partial baldness should leave the shampoo lather on for five minutes before rinsing the scalp.
MSM HAIR CARE
TakeHerb: PureMSM Hair Conditioner With Methysulfonylmethane, TriMedica, 8 fl. oz.
MSM Hair Conditioner helps moisturize the scalp and hair. Great for itchy scalp, dandruff, psoriasis and dermatitis. It is an amazing natural formula that leaves hair softer, fuller, and shinier than ever. Perfect for all types of hair.
TakeHerb: PureMSM Shampoo With Methysulfonylmethane, Trimedical, 8 fl. oz.
MSM is a special biological sulfur needed by the body to maintain beautiful, strong and healthy hair. TriMedica's MSM shampoo is a gentle shampoo suggested for all hair types to remove chlorine, relieve dry scalp and scalp conditions. It is thick, concentrated and adds body and life to all types of hair.
MULTI-VITAMIN & MINERAL PRODUCTS
Kalyx: Superior Multiple All-In-One Multivitamin & Mineral, Country Life, 180 Tabs
Kalyx: Superior Care High Potency Multivitamin For Adults, Foodscience Labs, 120 Tabs
Kalyx: All-In-One Multivitamin, Iron-Free, Thompson Nutritional, 60 Caps
Kalyx: Active Senior SafeGuard Just Once Multivitamin, 90 Tabs
Kalyx: Complete Prenatal System, Rainbow Light, 180 Tabs
Kalyx: Complete Prenatal System, Rainbow Light, 360 Tabs
HerbsPro: Alpha Betic For People with Diabetes, 30 Tabs
HerbsPro: Diabetic Support, Liquid Health, 32 fl. oz.
HerbsPro: Completia Diabetic, Diabetic Multivitamin, Natures Way, 30 Tabs
HerbsPro: Completia Diabetic, Diabetic Multivitamin, Natures Way, 60 Tabs
HerbsPro: Completia Diabetic, Diabetic Multivitamin, Natures Way, 90 Tabs
HerbsPro: Vegan, Multivitamin & Mineral, Without Iron, Deva Vegan, 90 Tabs
HerbsPro: Women's Answer Multivitamin With Minerals, Rainbow Light, 180 Tabs
HerbsPro: Women's Multivitamin With Minerals, Trace Minerals & Amino Acids, Whole Foods, Liquid Health, 32 oz.
House of Nutrition: Mega Multivitamin & Mineral Drink Mix, Berry Flavor, Integrative Therapeutic ITI, 637 gms
House of Nutrition: Vitamin Code Liquid Multivitamin & Mineral Formula, Orange-Mango, Garden Of Life, 30 fl. oz.
House of Nutrition: Nutra Support Diabetes, Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, Iron Free, Carlsons, 60 Softgels
House of Nutrition: Nutra-Support Diabetes, Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, Iron-Free, Carlsons, 120 Softgels
House of Nutrition: Completia Prenatal, Nature's Way, 240 Tabs
House of Nutrition: Early Promise Prenatal Micronutrient Powder, Bluebonnet, Chocolate Flavor, 1.1 lb.
House of Nutrition: Buried Treasure's Prenatal Plus DHA Complete, 16 oz.
House of Nutrition: New Chapter's Perfect Prenatal, 96 Tabs
TakeHerb: Daily Multivitamin For Optimum Health, Dr. Weil, 90 Tabs
TakeHerb: Adult's Multivitamin Chewable, Exotic Red Super Fruit, Nature's Plus, 90 Tabs
TakeHerb: Ultra Vita Min - Multivitamin & Mineral Supplement, Good'n Natural, 100 Tabs
TakeHerb: Diabetes Health Pack, Nature Made, 30 Tabs
TakeHerb: Diabetic Multiple Formula, 90 Tabs
TakeHerb: Ultra Vitamin - Multivitamin & Multimineral Supplement, Good'n Natural, 100 Tabs
TakeHerb: Epresat Adult Multivitamin, Floradix Herbal Extracts, 8.5 oz.
TakeHerb: Formula VM-2000 Multi-Nutrient System With Herbs, Solgar, 2 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Once Daily, Womens 50 Plus Ultra Balanced, Natures Way, 60 Tabs
TakeHerb: Alive Once Daily, Mens 50 Plus Ultra Complete, Natures Way, 60 Tabs
NETTLE ROOT PRODUCTS
Nettle root is an anti-asthmatic, antibacterial, antidiabetic, anti-rheumatic, astringent, blood cleanser. Nettle aids lactation, reduces inflammation, stimulates digestion, reduces allergies, promotes menstruation, relieves pain, kills germs, and stops hair loss. It lowers body temperature, increases urination, stops bleeding, dilates blood vessels, lowers blood pressure and heals wounds. Externally nettle has been used to improve the appearance of the hair, and is said to be a remedy against oily hair and dandruff. The leaf is used as a diuretic, for arthritis, prostatitis, rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis, high blood pressure and allergic rhinitis. The root is recommended as a diuretic, for relief of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and other prostate problems, and as a natural remedy to treat or prevent baldness.
TakeHerb: Nettle Root Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz.
NU-HAIR PRODUCTS
Nu Hair hair loss products are specially formulated to help curb thinning hair and stop hair loss with formulas designed for both men and women. By combining the oriental herb He Shou Wu (used for centuries in China to rejuvenate the hair) with co-factor nutrients and other botanicals, Nu Hair is among the most complete hair growth and health formulations available. Not only can Nu Hair make your hair healthier, more manageable, and all around better looking, but it can also combat hair loss and thinning hair. See some results people have gotten from using Nu Hair for hair loss, as well as quotes from many satisfied Nu Hair customers. Nu Hair has a powerful formula of vitamins and minerals together with He Shou Wu can rejuvenate the hair and lead to healthy hair growth. This means it can help stop hair loss and thinning hair, and in some cases turn graying hair back to it's original youthful color. Nu Hair and Shen Min are the only hair vitamins available that feature a He Shou Wu based formulation. Don't let hair loss and thinning hair get the best of you. Try Nu Hair for hair growth. He Shou Wu (also called Fo-Ti) is commonly used in China, and has been for many centuries. Originally, it was used to turn aged, graying hair back to it's youthful darker color. In time, it was also found to regrow hair in some users. It has also been found that He Shou Wu is very good at lowering LDL cholesterol and is also used as a tonic for the kidney's and liver to aid excretion. Combined with the abilities of modern science, He Shou Wu has been blended into the proprietary formula available as Shen Min.
TakeHerb: Nu Hair For Men, Natrol, 50 Tabs
Nu Hair (NuHair) for Men is an all natural formulation designed to promote healthy hair growth and stop the effects of hair loss. Nu Hair uses a formulation which is very similar of that found in Advanced Shen Min for Men; he shou wu extract along with the DHT blocker saw palmetto and essential hair growth nutrients like Biotin.
TakeHerb: Nu Hair For Women, Natrol, 50 Tabs
NuHair for Women addresses female hair growth needs by including hormone regulating botanicals like Horse Chestnut and Black Cohosh, as well as including nutrients the hair needs such as biotin and niacin. NuHair for Women can combat the effects of thinning hair and hair loss and create beautiful, healthy hair growth.
TakeHerb: Nu Hair Serum, Biotech Corporation, 3 fl. oz.
Nu Hair Serum for hair loss provides intensive nourishment for excessively thinning hair and hair loss. It can deliver nutrients directly to the hair follicle and help to make hair thicker and fuller. Nu Hair Serum for thinning hair is best used with Nu Hair tablets for Men or Women.
ROGAINE PRODUCTS
The active ingredient in Rogain reinvigorates shrunken hair follicles, which increases their size and helps regrow thicker hair over time. Rogaine is proven to regrow hair in men with hereditary hair loss. In a clinical study, 85 percent of men regrew hair in just 16 weeks with twice-a-day use of Men's Rogaine Foam.
TakeHerb: Men's Rogaine Foam, Hair Regrowth Treatment, Rogaine, 1 Month Supply
TakeHerb: Men's Rogaine Foam, Hair Regrowth Treatment, Rogaine, 3 Month Supply
TakeHerb: Men's Rogaine Extra Strength, Unscented, Hair Regrowth Treatment, Rogaine, 2 oz.
TakeHerb: Women's Rogaine, Hair Regrowth Treatment, Unscented, Rogaine, 1 Month Supply
ROOIBOS HAIR CARE PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Rooibos Shampoo, African Red Tea, 16 fl. oz.
This shampoo is excellent for any type of hair, and skin. It is gentle enough to be used as often as preferred. It works great for a dry scalp, gives you healthy scalp and hair. It leaves your hair more manageable, and softer. It is made with only the purest and finest ingredients, and completely natural. You will feel the difference.
ROSEMARY HAIR CARE PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Lavender & Rosemary Shampoo, Beesceuticals, 12 fl. oz.
This Organic Holistic Honey Blend nourishes and protects your hair. This sulfate-free purifying shampoo gently cleanses with an abundance of clarifying BeeTanicals and hair-hydrating certified organic ingredients. Calming lavender and regenerative Rosemary Essential Oils add a soothing scent.
TakeHerb: Rosemary Leaf Shampoo, Helps Control Hair Loss, Lavaggio Prima, 32 fl. oz.
Rosemary Leaf Shampoo unites a 19th century Italian Folk Recipe of Rosemary Leaf (known for its recuperative values) with todays mildest components allowing you to experience the wonderful benefits of the herbal and natural ingredients. A five minute treatment gives lifeless, dull-looking hair shine, softness, and volume. Use daily as a hair treatment as well as a shampoo for maximum effect. This shampoo promotes healthy hair and scalp with thicker hair, helps to control hair loss, stops itching scalp, and stops dandruff, cradle cap and eczema. It strengthens the hair, faster hair growth and defeats free radicals. To use, shake well before dispensing. Remove any hair fixative such as hair spray or gel by pre-washing. Apply directly to hair from dispenser bottle, massaging into low-sudsing lather as you apply - never put in palm first as it will not lather - always apply directly to the scalp and hair. Pause several minutes (or wash the rest of your body) while you allow shampoo treatment to be absorbed. Rinse. Repeat if desired. As a hair and scalp treatment, dampen hair with hot water. Apply enough shampoo treatment to thoroughly wet hair and scalp. Wrap head with a towel and allow to penetrate hair for 10 to 20 minutes or overnight. For optimal results use as a night treatment. Apply again in the morning, 5 minutes prior to showering.
SHEN MIN PRODUCTS
Over 40 percent of women and 50 percent of men suffer from some degree of hair loss or thinning. Now hair loss and thinning hair can be treated effectively, safely and naturally with Shen Min. Each clinically-proven Shen Min formula combines a synergistic blend of effective nutriceuticals that provide nourishment to thinning hair and helps reduce hair loss and thinning hair naturally… without any harsh chemicals. Shen Min will help make your hair look and feel thicker and fuller. Results are typically seen in as little as 2 weeks. Optimum results can be achieved after 90 days. Shen Min works. It is an all-natural herbal hair supplement in North America. It is speciallu formulated for both men and women. Shen Min contains He Shou Wu, best known for its ability to stimulate hair growth and restore graying hair to its original color. Helps to extend the growth phase of the hair follicle. It blocks DHT (Dihyrotestosterone) from binding to the follicle. DHT, the "bad" testosterone, is the leading cause of male pattern baldness. Considered a natural alternative to drugs and is 100% safe with no known side effects. It helps grow terminal hair, not vellus hair. Results of a Scientific study conducted by Marshall-Blum LLC found that 92.3 percent of participants report significant to dramatic hair loss improvement, 69 percent would continue using Shen Min after the study end, and 60 percent would recommend Shen Min to others. Shen Min is an aAll natural herbal supplements designed to stop hair loss in men and women and enhance their growth without the negative side effects associated with other chemically based products. Shen Min is all natural, safe and effective and the supplement formulas are specifically created for men and women’s unique needs and come in a convenient, easy to swallow tablet form. Take one tablet two times daily, or as directed, one in the morning and one in the evening, without food.
TakeHerb: Shen Min Hair Nutrient, Original Formula, Biotech Corporation, 90 Tabs
TakeHerb: Shen Min Hair Nutrient, Advanced Men's Formula, Biotech Corporation, 60 Tabs
TakeHerb: Shen Min Topical Hair Nutrient, Biotech Corporation, 3 oz.
TakeHerb: Shen Min For Women, Advanced Formula, Biotech Corporation, 60 Tabs
TakeHerb: Shen Min DHT Blocker, Hair Regrowth Formula, Biotech Corporation, 60 Tabs
For advanced hair loss & excessively thinning hair. Powerful DHT inhibitor. Shen Min DHT Blocker combats hair loss and thinning hair with a nutritional approach: an all natural supplement that nourishes and supports hair regrowth from the inside-out. The benefit is thicker, fuller, healthier hair for men and women. Take one tablet twice daily. Best taken in the morning upon awakening and prior to bedtime.
SHIKAI HAIR PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: ShiKai Everyday Conditioner, Provides Excellent Body & Shine, 12 fl. oz.
Use with all ShiKai shampoos. The Amla Berry, a natural conditioner, provides excellent comb-out, body and shine.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Conditioner, All Hair Types & Colors, Daily Moisturizer, 8 fl. oz.
Use daily for weightless body and shine and natural color protection. For all hair types and colors.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Henna Gold Highlighting Conditioner, 12 fl. oz.
These products reflect light like cellophane. A clear and highly reflective coating on each hair shaft reveals hidden colors and brings out shimmering highlights.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Conditioner, Intensive Repair, 5 oz.
Ultra rich, concentrated treatment for dry and damaged hair. For all hair types and colors.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Conditioner, Mist & Go, 8 oz.
Spritz on in the morning after shampooing and during the day to add shine, detangle, get a mid-day lift and shield color. For all hair types and colors.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Shine Serum, Brilliant Shine & Silky Smoothness, 2 fl. oz.
Gives hair a brilliant shine and silky smoothness. Enhance shine, provide hold, and protect color from fading.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Curl Enhancer, 6 fl. oz.
Makes curls curlier. Gives hair a "tousled" look. Enhance shine, provide hold and protect color from fading.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Hot Oil Treatment, 2 Tubes, 0.68 oz. Each
This natural hot oil treatment from ShiKai gives your over-processed hair a makeover in 3 minutes.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Volumizing Mousse, Adds Bounce Body Texture, 7 oz.
Adds bounce, body, texture. Enhance shine, provide hold and protect color from fading with these salon quality products.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Styling Gel, 5 oz.
This great Shikai Styling gel holds your style in place and adds noticeable shine and volume.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Maximum Hold Hair Spray, 8 fl. oz.
This unique maximum hold hair spray from Shikai protects your color while adding shine.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Everyday Shampoo, For Normal Hair, 12 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Shampoo, Deep, 8 oz.
Brings out rich dark tones in brunette and red hair with black malva flowers.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Henna Gold Highlighting Shampoo, 12 fl. oz.
These products reflect light like cellophane. A clear and highly reflective coating on each hair shaft reveals hidden colors and brings out shimmering highlights.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Gold Shampoo, 8 fl. oz.
Brings out golden tones in blonde and light brown hair with chamomile for everyday gentle cleansing.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Shampoo, Platinum, 8 oz.
Brings out cool tones in blonde, silver and platinum hair with blue malva flowers.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Reflect Shampoo, Warm, 8 oz.
Brings out red and auburn tones in brunette and red hair with red henna.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Volumizing Shampoo For Fine Hair, 12 fl. oz.
ShiKai Volumizing Shampoo adds volume and texture to fine, thin or limp hair.
TakeHerb: ShiKai Color Care Shampoo, Protects Color Treated or Highlighted Hair, 12 fl. oz.
SUPER SHINY - BURT'S BEES HAIR PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Super Shiny Grapefruit & Sugar Beet Shampoo Burt's Bees, 12 oz.
This amazingly natural Shampoo has a heavenly lather comprised of grapefruit extract, coconut and sunflower oils which creates both a gentle and effective cleansing formula.
TakeHerb: Super Shiny Grapefruit & Sugar Beet Conditioner, Burt's Bees, 12 oz.
Essential natural oils from citrus fruits like grapefruit, orange and lemon are blended with sugar beet extract and penetrating Marula oil to replenish, condition, softer and improve your hair's manageability without weighing it down. This is a gentle conditioning complex that is one of the most effective and gentle available.
TakeHerb: More Moisture Raspberry & Brazil Nut Shampoo, Burt's Bees, 12 fl. oz.
Give hair a sweet treat with this moisture rich shampoo.
TakeHerb: More Moisture Raspberry & Brazil Nut Conditioner, Burt's Bees, 12 fl. oz.
Naturally moisturize, condition and repair even the driest, most damaged hair- leaving it soft, silky and beautiful. Raspberry, Marula and Brazil nut oils quickly penetrate hair for deep, lasting conditioning that will fortify hair without product build-up.
TakeHerb: Color Keeper Green Tea & Fennel Seed Shampoo, Burt's Bees, 12 oz.
Keep your perfect color in check with this nourishing shampoo. Antioxidant rich.
TakeHerb: Color Keeper Green Tea & Fennel Seed Conditioner, Burt's Bees, 12 oz.
Color-treated hair needs extra attention. Antioxidant rich.
TakeHerb: Hair Repair Shea & Grapefruit Deep Conditioner, Burt's Bees, 5 fl. oz.
VOLUMIZING PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Very Volumizing Pomegranate & Soy Conditioner, Burt's Bees, 12 fl. oz.
This Pomegranate-enriched conditioner adds a healthy dose of Amino Acids from Soy to lovingly nourish hair. Soft, shiny and flowing, finally the fullness you have been waiting for. Increases volume and nourishes with Soy Amino Acids. Softens and shines with Pomegranate. SLS-free. Transfrom fine, flat, lifeless hair into thick and voluminous hair with extra body. Pomegranate and moringa seed extracts revitalize hairy by replenishing moisture while sugar esters and honey, a natural humectant, condition hair. Soy amino acids moisturize and lift hair, leaving it soft, shiny and full of volume. After shampooing with Very Volumizing Pomegranate & Soy Shampoo, massage into scalp and hair, concentrating on the ends and other damaged areas. Rinse thoroughly.
TakeHerb: Very Volumizing Pomegranate & Soy Shampoo, Burt's Bees, 12 fl. oz.
Give your volume a natural boost when you start with Pomegranate Extract blended with Moringa Seed Extract to condition and soften hair. Then, let the Soy Amino Acids help create lift - leaving your hair shiny, vibrant and full on fantastic. Conditions and softens with Pomegranate and Marula Oils blended with Moringa Seed. Increases volume and shine with Soy Amino Acids. SLS-free. Transform fine, flat, lifeless hair into thick and voluminous hair with extra body. Pomegranate blended with natural cleanses made from coconut and sunflower oils cleanses gently, removing buildup, while soy amino acids adhere to hair fibers to lift and seperate hair, leaving it soft, shiny and full of volume.
WHENEVER PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Whenever Conditioner, Organic Hair Care, Kiss My Face, Trial, 1 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Whenever Conditioner, Organic Hair Care, Kiss My Face, 11 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Whenever Conditioner, Organic Hair Care, Kiss My Face, 32 fl. oz.
Made for daily use, Kiss My Face Whenever Conditioner restores the hair's vitality and replenishes lost nutrients.
TakeHerb: Whenever Shampoo, Organic Hair Care, Kiss My Face, Canister, 1 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Whenever Shampoo, Organic Hair Care, Kiss My Face, 11 fl. oz.
TakeHerb: Whenever Shampoo, Organic Hair Care, Kiss My Face, 32 fl. oz.
Whenever Kiss My Face Shampoo gently and thoroughly cleanses your hair without stripping or drying and soothes your scalp with pure essential oils and organic herbs.YOUR CROWN & GLORY PRODUCTS
TakeHerb: Just For Her Shampoo, Your Crown & Glory, 8 fl. oz.
Your Crown and Glory hair and scalp treatment shampoo is molecularly smaller in size and weight than other hair treatments. This allows it to penetrate, nourish, and clean out build-up (including DHT) that is congesting and weakening the hair follicles. Cleaning out the follicles allows trapped hairs to be released.
TakeHerb: It's A Guy Thing, Your Crown & Glory, 8 fl. oz.
Your Crown and Glory is a revolutionary breakthrough in hair shampoo. If you are among the thousands of people who have thinning hair, this heral hair treatment may be the answer for you! It is an all-natural shampoo that cleanses debris from the scalp and hair follicles to release trapped hairs. Massage into scalp vigorously in a back and forth movement from hairline to crown for five minutes. Rinse thoroughly and follow with Your Crown And Glory Conditioner. For best results, use daily.
NOTIFY HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IF...
You or a family member has symptoms of alopecia areata, totalis, universalis or androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
The following occurs during treatment:
- Hair loss increases.
- Hair loss does not diminish in 4 weeks.
- Areas show signs of infection (redness, swelling, tenderness, warmth) after injections.
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