Premature Graying Of Hair And Treatments In Ayurveda

Everyone dream of having beautiful hair. But, if the hair greys fast ??? What are the treatments that are available in Ayurveda to manage premature greying? Let us see about all these in this article.

PREMATURE GREYING

This condition has a negative impact on mind. The person loses confidence and self esteem. Hair is said to have prematurely if it occurs before the age of 20 years in Whites, before 25 years in Asians and before 30 in Africans.

Causes of Premature Greying

Many nutritional, genetic and environmental factors contribute to this condition.

Nutritional Factors:

• Vitamin B12 deficiency
• Severe iron deficiency
• Chronic protein loss
• Copper deficiency
• Low serum ferritin
• Low serum calcium
• Low Vitamin D3

Genetic Factors:

• Familial predisposition
• Certain chromosomal defects
• Certain autoimmune disorders

Environmental Factors

• Smoking

• Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays
• Pollution

Now let us see what Ayurveda has to say about premature greying

PREMATURE GREYING IN AYURVEDA

The condition is called as Palita in Ayurveda. It is of 4 types:-

• Vataja
• Pittaja
• Kaphaja
• Sannipataja

Many treatment methods are there to manage the premature greying. Mainly Rasayana should be done, i.e. Rejuvenation therapy.

Along with that certain treatments are also done:-

• Siro abhyanga:- Head massage
• Siro basthi:- Holding of oil on head with the help of a well like structure
• Siro dhara:- Pouring of medicated liquids or oils in a specific manner
• Nasyam:- Nasal instillation
• Virechanam:- Purgation

The treatments may vary according to the condition of each individual.

TIPS TO PREVENT THE PREMATURE GREYING

• Take nutritious foods. Do not stick on to one diet. Include many types of foods.
• Stay hydrated. Water helps to maintain the moisture of hair.
• Protect your hair from pollution
• Do not treat your hair with chemicals. Give them a natural hug.
• Avoid stress and sleep well.