But before the panic sets in, there may be a reason your hair is changing—and that means there are actions you can take to regain control, including using supplemental aids like The Nue Co.’s GROWTH COLLECTION.* Whether it’s their GROWTH PHASE supplement for inside-out hair support or their SUPA_THICK topical aid to directly target the scalp, a new hair care regimen may be just what you need.* For instance, we know that oxidative stress has been linked to hair loss, and antioxidants are compounds that are able to neutralize reactive oxygen species (ROS), thereby helping us regain antioxidant vs. oxidant balance. Zinc, selenium, and vitamins A, C, E, and polyphenols are dietary antioxidants that play a key role in reinforcing our endogenous antioxidant system.* What’s important to know is that the physical evidence of the shift isn’t immediate. Someone may not see loss of hair until three to six months after a stressful event. For those individuals dealing with prolonged stress, however, this hair loss conundrum may last longer. The good news is that this thinning of hair is temporary if the underlying source of stress is addressed. A second manifestation of the impact of stress on hair is the impact that elevated stress hormones have on the production of other hormones required for healthy hair growth. While loss of 100 hairs is typical for most individuals, due to the robust estrogen levels and more hair follicles in anagen (the growth phase) during pregnancy, it is totally normal that with the sudden shift in estrogen levels, that hair follicles shift from anagen (growth) to telogen (resting/falling out) phase. In addition to learning mind-body skills, rebalancing your nervous system requires a strong foundation for health that includes a supportive diet and lifestyle that suits your individual needs. Reducing your overall stress load by improving sleep, optimizing your type of exercise, shifting your mindset, and sometimes targeted supplementation can help optimize not only your overall well-being but your hair health too.* Using adaptogenic ingredients and key vitamins and minerals, the ingestible supplement GROWTH PHASE helps to moderate the body’s stress response,* while the topical aid SUPA_THICK works to gently cleanse and exfoliate the scalp, removing buildup and stimulating circulation to the hair follicles. So if you’re experiencing unwanted changes in your hair, don’t fret. With a whole-health approach including appropriate supplementation and a newfound awareness of the lifestyle changes that need to be made, you’re already one step closer to healthier, thicker hair!* Ryan is passionate about holistic health, fitness, and spiritually-centered living. She loves using her knowledge and personal experience to help others improve their well-being. When she’s not working or studying, Ryan can be found traveling to new places, snuggling her dog, or experimenting with gluten free, vegan baking.
