Chinese Herbs for Hair Loss

There are a lot of Chinese herbs for hair loss that people have been trying over the past years. Some work individually while some are combined with other herbs in order to work more effectively. It is believed that Chinese herbs enhance hair growth by increasing the flow of blood and strengthening the kidney and liver. Aside from helping people experiencing hair loss, Chinese herbs are also known to be beneficial to the entire body.

Among the best known Chinese herbs for hair loss is Goto Kola. It can be purchased in powder like in the picture to the right or in capsule or extract form. It is particularly great for age-related hair loss and male baldness. As a matter of fact, this herb is said to be the best kept secret of men aged over 100 who still have full locks.

Scientific tests conducted in China positively identify Goto Kola as an effective herb for hair loss. Many have also said that the said herb will be the next big thing in hair growth. Aside from enhancing hair growth, Goto Kola is also good for people having memory problems, insomnia, anxiety and high blood pressure. It is also thought to stimulate a person’s cognitive processes, the healing of wounds and blood circulation.

Another must try Chinese herb for hair loss is Ginseng. Ginseng has been used for many years to treat various conditions including hair loss. In fact, this is one of the most popular hair loss herbs being used by people today. Ginseng, particularly Siberian Ginseng, has properties that rejuvenate the scalp and increase blood flow. It works by limiting the production of 5 alpha reductase – an element known to be the cause of hair loss. Just like Goto Kola, it works best for male baldness although some studies have said that Ginseng can also be used to promote hair growth.

Foti, also known as Shien Mien, is a Chinese herb that has been used for years to address hair loss and encourage hair growth. Aside from helping reduce if not slow the rate of hair loss, the herb is also known to have strengthening and purifying qualities which is why it is beneficial to the body.

Foti is also thought to help increase a man’s libido and have said that this has an effect on hair growth. Chinese medicine believes that a man’s sexual health has something to do with a head full of hair. A man with full locks of hair is seen as someone possessing high sexual energy. Most often, Foti is taken as a tea, in capsule form or is combined with other herbs.

Among other Chinese herbs for hair loss that are worthy of mention include Black Sesame Seed or Hei Zhi M. This herb enhances hair growth and increases each strand’s longevity as well. It is best to use this carefully as too much of this can cause diarrhea. Chinese herb Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is also good to treat hair loss. In fact, this root extract has been used in shampoos that help enhance hair growth.

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