Luxurious
locks – How to Have Beautiful Hair
By
Dr. Jeanne Galloway, ND -- AustinsNaturalDoctor.com
The
crowning glory of our beautiful face is our hair. Now, I know that
not everyone has a lot of hair. Today I am not talking to our less
hairy (shaven or follicle-challenged) friends. If you have hair
on your head, this article is for you.
Of
course, even if you don’t have hair, you probably have fingernails,
so this article can still apply to you.
How
to have luxurious locks…there are wonderful salons in your area
that can tell you all about the ways you should style your hair
to prevent damage. They can also sell you really good products that
protect your hair from the elements and keep it looking gorgeous.
But,
oftentimes I will see a client in my office and they tell me that
their hairdresser is concerned because the quality of their hair
has changed, or they are losing more hair than normal. Hair quality
is as much a matter of what is going on inside as it is about the
exterior products we use.
Medical
conditions that can lead to hair problems
The
number one problem with hair quality is the digestion and absorption
of good quality nutrients in your diet. Hair cannot thrive if it
is protein deprived. Be sure to include protein like meats, beans
and rice, eggs in your diet. Other important nutrients are found
in vegetables – especially green leafy veggies like broccoli, kale,
spinach, etc. In these foods you’ll find zinc, selenium, and vitamins
E and A….all good for your hair. Food sensitivities are often hard
to track down just by looking at your diet, but can harm your body’s
ability to absorb your food. See a naturopathic practitioner to
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A
medical condition that is very common and can show up as coarse,
dry hair is hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone). If you feel depressed,
have unexplained weight gain, feel colder than usual and have hair
changes, you need to see your doctor and have them run thyroid tests.
Seeing a naturopathic physician will provide you with extra analysis
of your labs to make sure you are optimally well, and not just muddling
through.
Hormonal
imbalances can lead to changes in hair quality, especially for women
who are entering menopause. If you think you are approaching menopause
and your hair is starting to change, look into saliva hormonal testing.
This tests the cellular content of estrogens and other hormones
to make sure your body stays vibrant as you enter a new phase of
life.
If
you are concerned with hair changes, you can find alternative medical
answers to hair loss. Call and set up and appointment with
me and we'll talk about getting the glow back into your mane.
Dr.
Jeanne Galloway, ND – AustinsNaturalDoctor.com is a medical school
trained naturopathic physician offering natural alternatives to
your health concerns.
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Let’s Bone Up
By Dr. Jeanne Galloway, ND -- AustinsNaturalDoctor.com
Osteoporosis…come
on…I’m not old. We might be 30-something, or 40-something
and what do we care about osteoporosis? Here’s the facts,
Jacko…one in two women, and one in four men age 50 and older are
at risk for osteoporosis-related fractures. For most people, osteoporosis
is considered a preventable disease. Though there are treatments
available, there is no cure. The National Osteoporosis Foundation
offers 4 steps, which are important for preventing osteoporosis,
when used in combination. It is never too early or too late to start
your prevention program.
(1) Calcium:
Calcium is needed to grow and maintain healthy bones. Get between
1000 and 1300 mg/day of Calcium, plus 400-800 IU’s of Vitamin
D, and find a supplement that also has Phosphorus, Magnesium and
“trace mineralsâ€.
(2) Weight Bearing
Exercise
Building strong bones, especially before age 30, can be the best
defense against developing osteoporosis. Weight-bearing exercise,
such as walking, dancing, jogging, stair-climbing, racquetball,
tennis, and hiking are recognized as the best type of exercise to
promote good bone health. If you have been sedentary for most of
your adult life you should see your doctor before starting exercise
programs.
(3) Reduce Smoking
and Alcohol
Smoking and alcohol are on the list of risk factors. Smoking has
been associated with lower bone density. Because of the negative
impact smoking has on health, it is recommended people avoid smoking.
High levels of alcohol intake are associated with osteoporosis too,
therefore it should be avoided or limited.
(4) Talk to
your doctor now - Take a Bone Mineral Density Test
Since
osteoporosis is preventable, and since behaviors and habits can
affect bone health, talk to your doctor or natural health practitioner
about what you should be doing. It's sometimes called a "silent
disease" since people are unlikely to know they have it unless
a fracture occurs or they get bad results on a bone density test.
A
Bone Mineral Density test is the only way to diagnose osteoporosis
and determine your risk for future fracture. The BMD measures the
density of your bones (bone mass) and it's value determines
the need for medications to help maintain bone mass, prevent further
bone loss, and reduce fracture risk.
Dr. Jeanne Galloway, ND – AustinsNaturalDoctor.com is a medical
school trained naturopathic physician offering natural alternatives
to your health concerns.
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