About this video
- Video Title: How to Reverse Hair Loss
- Channel: Dr. Eric Berg DC
- Speakers: Dr. Eric Berg
- Duration: 00:12:03
Overview
This video explains the causes of hair loss, particularly androgenic alopecia, and provides natural strategies to reverse it. Dr. Berg discusses the role of DHT (dihydrotestosterone), insulin resistance, and the importance of nourishing the hair follicle environment through methods like microneedling, red light therapy, specific nutrients, and dietary choices.
Key takeaways
- Androgenic Alopecia: The most common cause of hair loss, characterized by pattern baldness in men and thinning in women, is linked to increased DHT levels.
- Follicle Health: Hair loss occurs when the hair follicle environment, which requires oxygen and energy from mitochondria, is compromised by factors like excess DHT, leading to inflammation, scarring, and reduced oxygen (hypoxia).
- Insulin Resistance: This is identified as a primary driver of increased DHT and a root cause of many health issues, including hair loss.
- Reversal Strategies: Natural approaches include mechanical stimulation (microneedling) to break down scar tissue and wake up stem cells, red/near-infrared light therapy to restore mitochondria and energy production, and improving circulation (like rosemary oil, which mimics minoxidil's vasodilation effect).
- Nutritional Support: Key nutrients like zinc and vitamin D are crucial for stimulating stem cells and hair growth. Foods rich in bioavailable iron, zinc, copper, selenium (like liver and onions), and antioxidants (like quercetin in onions and compounds in sauerkraut) are beneficial. Pumpkin seeds are noted for magnesium, trace minerals, and DHT inhibition.
- Dietary Recommendations: Liver with onions is highlighted for essential nutrients. Sauerkraut is beneficial for gut health and provides vitamin C and phytonutrients that can decrease DHT. Pumpkin seeds and their oil are also recommended for their DHT-inhibiting properties.
