My hair started receding when I was 22 and I heard that it's best to treat it as soon as possbile so further losses don't happen. I went to see my Dr and he said I should just try the Rogaine 2% solution because my hair loss wasn't very bad at that stage. I used Rogaine for 3 months and didn't notice any improvement, it actually seemed like my hair loss was continuing at the same speed.

I decided to get the 5% Rogaine to see if the extra strength one would make more difference, but after 2 months of use I could see that it wasn't doing anything.

By this stage I was getting pretty worried and decided to search online. I found something called Procerin which was even more expensive than what I paid at the pharmacy so I thought it must work. I ordered a 2 month supply and when it was all gone I couldn't really see any new hair growth, however to its credit, it did look like my hair loss had stopped which is a vast improvement on the Rogaine.

After Procerin I came across another product called Provillus which seemed to be pretty similar to Procerin. I decided to get just a 1 month supply because nothing had really worked in the past and I didn't have much faith in Provillus either.

After about 3 weeks I could already see that some new hair was coming through where it had previously been receding back. It was pretty fine, but hair none the less! Then by the end of the month is was getting thicker and i could notice that I was growing back hair that I'd thought would be lost forever.

I then got the 6 month supply because there was a deal on when you buy a large amount. I've been on Provillus for 3 months now and my hair has grown nearly back to 100% thickness - I'm guessing probably around 95% of what it was a couple of years ago, which is amazing considering it was falling out quite rapidly just 6 months ago!

I strongly recommend Provillus for guys with any type of hair loss. Get in fast because if you leave it too late then you probably wont be able to grow back all the hair.

Good luck!

Steve
Dallas, US

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Millions of people around the world suffer from the problem of thinning hair. There are several causes for thinning hair including thyroid malfunction, iron deficiency, improper nutrition and stress. Even though the causes are many, the root cause for all this is vitamin deficiency of some kind. Hair loss from vitamin deficiency is something that can be treated using supplements.

The underlying cause for hair loss should be determined by a qualified physician before procedure with any type of treatment. A proper medical examination is the only way to reveal the root cause for the problem and then treat it accordingly. There are many vitamins that are important for the growth of healthy hair. Most of these pills are generally made up of ingredients that contain folic acid. Folic acid is among the many B-complex components which help in to increase the production of new cells. This in turn results in hair strands becoming fuller and thicker.

Hair loss from vitamin deficiency can occur due to absence of these vital nutrients in your regular diet. One good example would be vitamin A which is an antioxidant which helps in the production of healthy sebum in the scalp area. It is available in foot sources such as apricots, carrots, cabbage, broccoli, spinach, eggs, milk, fish and meat. Vitamin C is another vital ingredient that should be part of your nutrition in order to avoid this problem. It is available in sources such as strawberries, pineapple, green peppers and tomatoes.

Hair loss from vitamin deficiency can also be caused due to deficiency in Vitamin E which is again an antioxidant. It is found in various sources including, nuts, beans and other leafy green vegetables. Your scalp also needs certain vital minerals which are available in various sources of food that we consume daily. Biotin for example is available in whole grains, liver, rice and milk. This mineral helps in preventing graying and also hair loss. Another good example is Inositol which helps in hair follicles remaining healthy and is available in plenty in citrus fruits and whole grains. These vital ingredients which should be part of our nutrition can also be found in the form of supplements in the market.

Those who have been diagnosed as to suffering from hair loss from vitamin deficiency should make it a point to include all these sources of minerals and vitamins as part of their daily nutrition. Certain changes in the diet go a long way towards treating hair loss from vitamin deficiency. 

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I've been using Provillus now for about 6 months and its really helped with my confidence levels. Before Provillus I was losing my hair and it was causing me to feel very self conscious and made me quite upset at times. I'm only 23 so I was losing my hair quite rapidly at a young age which makes it even harder, since balding is generally related to older men.

I was affraid to talk to women because of my hair loss which was making me even more upset because several of my close friends are in serious relationships - something I thought I wouldn't have because of my low confidence level.

I decided to do something about it and ordered Provillus online. It came in less than 5 days and I got straight into the program and used it on a regular basis (I never missed an application). After about 2 weeks using Provillus twice per day, I noticed that my hair had stopped falling out, and after another week I could actually see short fine hairs emerging where I thought my hair had permanatly receded from. I didn't think it was possible, but my hair is actually getting thicker and healther and I'm hoping that it might even get back to how it was before it started falling out.

I'm pleased to say that I've also go a girlfriend who I met at the DVD shop who I never had the courage to talk to before and my confidence is through the roof. I feel like I can do anything.

So to anyone thinking about trying Provillus, I can strongly recommend at least giving it a go! - It might not work as well for you, but I can definitely vouch for it's effectiveness.

All the best,

John from Indiana

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Hair has a life span of nearly 3-4 years after which it dies and falls off. We normally lose up to 100 strands every day. Around 10% of the hair is dying at any given time. These get replaced soon so you don’t see any thinning of hair.

One of the main reasons of increased hair loss is aging. With age, blood circulation in the scalp decreases and not enough sebum is produced. Without enough nutrients to nourish the follicles, hair strands become weak and start falling.

Why women don’t go bald in spite of shedding hair is because they have lesser testosterone than men. Testosterone and heredity causes baldness which is typical in men. Men prone to baldness start with bald spots and end up with just a horse shoe shaped ring of hair and this baldness is permanent. Women produce increased testosterone after menopause and may develop thin hair throughout the scalp, but the hairline in the front thankfully remains intact.

Infection on the scalp due fungi or ringworm is another reason. Usually found in children this causes bald patches and can be cured with medicines. Other reasons for bald patches are tight braids or ponytails and the habit of twisting and pulling hair. Bald patches usually grow back.

Illnesses such as anemia and medications which suppress the immune system and treatments for cancer can result in heavy hair loss. The hair usually grows back once the treatment is over. Auto immune diseases like lupus, hormonal changes, thyroid problems, infectious diseases like syphilis, high fever etc are other causes. Stress is also thought to be a likely reason. If you shampoo or blow dry your hair excessively you are bound to notice increased shedding.

You can choose the appropriate treatment after determining the real reason for hair loss. Permanent baldness will require replacing lost hair with weaving or transplantation. Or you can opt for a wig or a hairpiece. Topical applications and prescription medicines are available, which will mainly help you retain what you are left with rather than encourage new growth. These have side effects though temporary, and need to be used or taken regularly. Expense is a big factor for all these options and some men prefer to sport a fashionably shaved head.

Eating healthy nutritious food and drinking lots of water during and after an illness will not only help you regain your health back but will also reflect well on your mane.  Exercise and a relaxed lifestyle too will do wonders. Treat your hair gently and it will reward you well.

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Not many people know that the link between diabetes and hair loss was establish quite long ago by the medical fraternity. Thinning of hair is a possibility in case of diabetes, which is actually a hormone related disorder. In fact one of the earliest symptoms of diabetes is frequent loss of hair. This condition needs prompt attention and treatment which could avoid further complications. The growth of hair is also affected in people suffering from diabetes.

Stress is also directly connected to the occurrence of diabetes. In fact diabetes and hair loss subsequently can be caused by excessive stress and anxiety. Diabetes is a disorder which occurs when metabolizing carbohydrates becomes difficult for the body. This makes people suffering from diabetes highly susceptible to certain skin ailments since their blood sugar levels and hence their blood circulation is impaired. Most often even small wounds or bruises take a long time to heal in the case of diabetics. The recovery rate among them is slow and also obstructs the growth of hair.

Thinning of hair gradually is visible in diabetics, establishing the link between diabetes and hair loss. The hair follicles in the body in the case of these people cannot maintain the normal cycle of hair re-growth. There are also instances when fungal or bacterial infections on the scalp may also occur in such people. There are also instances when someone suffering from the condition can lose hair due to the side effects of medications that he or she may be taking. The loss could also be due to medical stress that is often accompanies this disorder.

Diabetes and hair loss are therefore closely related. In certain cases bald patches may be caused due to an autoimmune problem which is often caused by this disorder. The ailment is known scientifically as ‘alopecia areata’. Early detection and treatment is the best way to treat this condition. Diabetics should always monitor their blood sugar levels which help in delaying the development of any long –term complication. You should therefore get any symptoms of the disorder diagnosed properly in order to avoid other complications later on. When it comes to diabetes and hair loss, you should always take any medication only in consultation with your doctor. You should also inform your doctor about any other medication that you may be already taking. This is important since sometimes taking more than one medicine can cause them to react amongst each other resulting in negative side effects.

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