Chinese Herbs For Hair Growth

Chinese herbs are the basis for modern medicine, and they are very powerful. One of the uses is in encouraging hair growth.

Chinese medicine has been used for centuries and can be credited for providing the basis for some of the most significant medical advances.

Herbs that are native to the Chinese countryside are widely used today to treat an immense number of health concerns. Hair growth is among one of the biggest things that people look to Chinese herbs and medicines to help treat, and there is a range of reasons why someone might want to make their hair grow.

Because they are often known as holistic methods, a lot of these herbs are recommended to be taken for many things. This means that they can help treat a range of symptoms and work by generally improving blood flow and the body’s ability to absorb nutrients.

Within many cultures, hair is seen as a powerful symbol of beauty, youth, and purity.

Whether you want to maintain and protect your hair for as long as possible and attempt to challenge the age-related hair loss, or if you are trying to encourage your hair to grow back after going through medical treatment that might have caused it to fall out, these are some of the most commonly used Chinese herbs for hair growth.

Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo Biloba

Originally found in the leaves of ginkgo biloba trees, this Chinese herb has been used to help treat some common symptoms of fatigue, dementia, anxiety and depression.

It has also been credited for stimulating blood flow in the hair follicles, because of its ability to improve circulation.

Avoid consuming high amounts of this often when trying to encourage hair growth, because there are side effects including headaches, allergic reactions, and even increased risks of bleeding for people who are older or pregnant.

Xun Ma

Xun Ma

More commonly known as nettle leaf or stinging nettles, traditional Chinese medicine states that this is an effective treatment for baldness. It can be made into teas, powder, or capsules by taking the extract from the plant’s leaves or roots.

Dang Gui Pian

Dang Gui Pian

Also known as Chinese Angelica Root, Dang Gui Pian improves blood flow in the body, and is known for helping the female reproductive system.

It is known as a blood purifier, as it can manage hypertension, anemia, and even prevent the severity of allergic reactions.

This is usually found in capsule form, and regular intake allows high quality nutrient-rich blood supply to the hair follicles. This is likely to encourage hair growth over time and improve the strength of hair in the long run.

Ginseng

Chinese Herbs for Anxiety

This is one of the most widely used Chinese medicines today, and it is widely known for its antioxidant properties. It has also been used to improve brain function, reduce allergy reactions, and help people manage stress as well as stay alert.

Stress is widely regarded as the number one cause of hair loss, which is why Ginseng is believed to improve hair growth. It can help manage some of the causes that affect hair loss, as well as stimulate circulation that is needed for hair growth.

Ginseng can be found in capsule form and more commonly in teas. Avoid consuming too much of this, as possible side effects include insomnia. In addition, long-term use may lead to dizziness and menstrual change.

Fo-ti

This has historically been used for hair growth and increased circulation, like the other herbs mentioned above. It has been credited for encouraging the hair on the head to grow thicker, rather than the thin baby hairs caused by certain drugs.

BeauTop

This is a brand of herbal medicine made up of panax japonicus, astralagus membranaceus, angelica sinensis and other herbs that originate within Chinese medicine. Early research found that the combination of multiple herbs can be effective in treating hair loss, and encouraging stronger root growth.

It’s important to emphasize the importance of avoiding taking too much of any herb, as there are common side effects that occur as a result of this.

In addition, these are some powerful ingredients that can cause more serious illness if not consumed correctly.

 

Studies have shown that the most effective way to benefit from using Chinese herbs as medicines and treatment for ailments is to consistently take a combination of two or more.

This is especially helpful for individuals with alopecia, whose hair follicles often take on slightly different characteristics.

However, it has proven universally beneficial improvements on the body to regularly take a combination of Chinese herbs in an attempt to tackle hair loss.

Summary

There are a lot of things you can do to encourage hair growth in troubled areas within the realm of Chinese medicine. However, you should consider speaking with your doctor before taking any combination of these herbs on a long-term basis because of the various side effects that can cause harm to the body.

Avoid consuming too much of a certain herb and in too high quantities to prevent this where possible. These Chinese herbs have been used to treat a wide variety of health issues, as they benefit a range of ailments.

One of the benefits of this is that you can enjoy improved circulation, better management of stress, and even an increased resistance to allergic reactions.

In addition to these traditional forms of treatment, some other herbs have been proven to improve hair growth and increase circulation to the scalp area.

Peppermint, horsetail, lavender, and even stinging nettles have their own overall health improvements as well as encouraging hair growth.

While some of these methods aim at combatting hair loss, others attempt to stimulate hair growth by improving the quality of circulation to the scalp. Some of the herbs even work at strengthening the hair follicles to ensure that the hair comes back thicker and more luxurious than before.

Whether you have experienced hair loss following medical treatment, age-related reasons, or are simply looking to prevent hair loss over time, these Chinese herbs are highly effective in encouraging hair growth through their unique properties.

Most can be made into teas or taken as capsules. Speak with your doctor about taking regular capsules in order to check that you are not taking unhealthy amounts of anything.

Author: P. Sze

P. Sze P. Sze is the founder of TCM Tips and Dragon Acupuncture®. She graduated from the National University of Singapore with a first-class honor in Civil Engineering. S he also holds a master’s degree in Engineering and is the brain behind the innovative TCM products of Dragon Acupuncture®. She is the author of The Beginner's Guide to Auricular Therapy: Application of Ear Seeds (ISBN 978-1520451398) and Facial Gua Sha - Fight the Signs of Aging Naturally and Inexpensively (ISBN 978-1980678922). She has dedicated her life to ensuring that the complex theories behind oriental medicine and the seemingly dangerous techniques that involve needles and fire do not scare you from trying oriental medicine. This is why she writes endlessly about acupressure and its countless health and wellness benefits.

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