Hair loss can be a natural part of the ageing process, and most of the time, it’s nothing to worry about. We can even lose up to 100 hairs on our bodies every day, without even noticing. But you could prolong the life of your locks by regularly drinking green tea, it’s been claimed.

Green tea is rich in antioxidants that prevent some hormones in the body from initiating early hair loss, scientists have claimed.

The specific antioxidant that protects against hair loss is known as epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG).

EGCG prolongs the early phases of the hair’s natural growth cycle, according to nutritionist Adda Bjanadottir.

If you’d rather not drink green tea, you can find topical creams that contain EGCG at some retailers.

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EGCG is the most abundant and powerful antioxidant in green tea, she added.

It also stimulates hair follicles, and prevents damage to skin cells on your scalp.

The antioxidant has also been claimed to protect against heart disease, and even some cancers.

But, it’s still not entirely known how effective green tea is as a hair loss treatment, and more research is needed.

Meanwhile, you could also lower your risk of hair loss by using castor oil, it’s been claimed.

Castor oil is most commonly used as a laxative, but it has a number of other health benefits, scientists have revealed.

It’s natural antiviral properties meant that it was a common treatment for skin conditions.

The oil has been claimed to boost hair growth, as well as protect against dry scalp.

Source: Daily Express

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