Posted by ableadam on
November 1, 2007
Half of the male population will start losing their hair at some point of their life. Although hair loss can be attributed to many genetic or non-genetic reasons, male pattern baldness (Characterized by a receding hairline and gradual disappearance of hair from the crown) is the most prevalent cause for men. Male pattern baldness, also known as Androgenic alopecia, is related to hormones called androgens, particularly an androgen called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Medical researchers have suggested that some men’s hair follicles are hypersensitive, due to inherited genetics, to DHT. This causes the follicles to weaken and eventually in hair loss. The other possible causes for hair loss include the following:Alopecia Areata is a type of autoimmune condition whereby the body mistakes its hair follicles as a foreign entity and blocks the growth of hair in that part of the body. With this condition, the hair will usually fall out, leaving smooth round coin sized patches. Although the actual cause of Alopecia Areta is not clear, it is not a contagious disease and can be treated easily. In most cases, the hair will re-grow itself. Stress Related Hair Loss is also another major cause for men’s hair losses. When you are going through a stressful event or period, you may begin to notice that your hair starts to thin and eventually hair loss occurs. In such instances, the hair follicles will stop growing prematurely when the body system incorrectly treats the hair follicles as foreign tissues, thus resulting in thinning of hair and eventually dropping out. What we eat or not eat can also lead to hair loss. Improper nutrition, especially crash diets, may result in protein malnutrition. Weak hair roots can develop and hair shedding can occur, sometimes you can even pull the hair out of its follicles easily. This condition is easily reversed by going back to a proper nutrition diet.Medication for gout, arthritis, depression, heart problems, high blood pressure, or blood thinner can also cause temporary hair loss. See the doctor prescribing your medicine, if hair loss is one of the side effects of the medication that you are taking. Severe Illness or Infection can also cause our hair follicles go into a telogen, or resting phase. The hair will start to shed and you may see a lot of hair falling out. The remaining hair will remain short and thin. The hair loss will usually go away and seldom leads to permanent baldness.Hair loss does not need to become a permanent problem. It is possible to reduce the effects of hair loss and sometimes even reverse the condition. The use of proper hair cleansers, proper diet with vitamins and minerals to strengthen our hair and to be mindful of a stressful lifestyle are just some of the ways to keep our crowning glory.Adam Able is a trained Health Coach and a certified Nutritionist. He currently resides in Orlando, Florida and can be reached at his Men’s Health Blog http://www.ableadam.com or you can email him at adam@ableadam.com.
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Posted by ableadam on
November 1, 2007
Have you ever wonder how Body Odor develops and why men all over the world spend millions of dollars every year on deodorant or antiperspirant? BO is very much a medical condition as well as ones social problem. Those who have BO affects their social life significantly. They may be isolated and outcast by those around him. He may not understand why he is being avoided, as he who has BO usually don’t realise it themselves. I suppose you would know when you are not invited for the next thanksgiving dinner…
What causes Body Odor? Body Odor is caused by bacteria breaking down the sweat particles surfacing from the body. There is a number of reasons why you sweat excessively. It could be caused but the surrounding humidity and temperature, heredity, food and beverage intake, medications and other medical or health conditions. Wherever the case, once sweating occurs, the bacteria will start to erode the sweat which will then cause BO.
The most common “cure” is to use deodorant to mask the odor of perspiration or antiperspirant to reduce sweating. There are however other treatments such as medication or through injecting a drug to the nerve that controls the sweat gland to prevent one from sweating. Lastly, in rare cases where excessive sweating is experienced, a surgery may be recommended to cut the nerve controlling the sweat gland or totally removing it. Observing personal hygiene is also key in reducing sweating and body odor.
Eliminating BO will help to improve one’s overall social standing so that he can continue with a socially active lifestyle. A BO free body is an emotional healthy body. The conditions and effects may cause more problems to oneself more than a medical condition itself. You may want to try some of the methods suggested here to cure BO or you may also post your queries here or email me at ableadam13@gmail.com. I will get back to you soonest.
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Posted by ableadam on
October 31, 2007
Hi! I’ve setup Able Adam website, predominantly as a men’s health blog, to share and help us understand more about our body and health. This is your health web. I will help answer your queries and provide comprehensive solution to your health related issue. More importantly, there will be many like minded individual who can share their experiences and advise you through this website.
Men at our age faces multiple health related issues. At some point of time, we will start to pay more attention to our health and read up on related topics and experiences. If you are looking for a website that can provide you all the answers through the web of experiences, then come join us and start healthy living.
Ableadam is a trained Health Coach and a certified Nutritionist. He currently resides in Orlando, Florida and can be reached at his Men’s Health Blog http://www.ableadam.com or you can email him at ableadam13@gmail.com
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