Almost everyone loses hair every day 2. It is normal to lose about 50-100 hair strands per day.
Hair loss is a common problem that affects up to 50 percent of men and women throughout their lives. It can occur anywhere on the body, but it more commonly affects just the scalp. Some of the types of hair loss are Androgenetic alopecia, Telogen effluvium, Alopecia areata, and others
Androgenetic alopecia is mainly due to genetic and hormonal reasons, Dihydrotestosterone (DHT), produced by the action of 5-alpha-reductase on testosterone, plays a key role.
Telogen effluvium is a non‐inflammatory disease. It is characterized by general hair loss, it is most frequent reason for hair loss, some of the important Causes of telogen hair loss can be Physiological causes like – Initial stage of AGA, physiological effluvium in the newborn, telogen gravidarum, Physical/emotional stress like Severe febrile illnesses or infections, malnutrition/malabsorption, micronutrient deficiencies, thyroid disorders, overwhelming emotional stress, unknown cause (idiopathic) and others
For more details about the type and causes of alopecia can be obtained from your Dermatologist 3,4,5
Hair loss can be due to a wide variety of causes such as scarring and non‐scarring diseases.
Some of the important factors which can lead to this are
- Family History
- Nutritional Deficiency
- Physical or emotional stress
- Hormonal Changes and Medical Condition
- Hairstyles and Treatments 4
There is a link between nutrition and hair loss. A balanced diet is necessary for a healthy scalp and hair 6 It is demonstrated in study that there is noticeable prevalence of amino acid and micronutrient deficiencies in individual with hair loss irrespective of the type of alopecia and nutritional status plays an important role in all types of hair loss. 7
Hair consists of protein (65–95%), and the remaining constituents are water, lipids, pigment, and trace elements. Hair is made up of amino acids. Study suggest there is noticeable prevalence of amino acid and micronutrient deficiencies in otherwise healthy participants with hair loss irrespective of the type of alopecia.
A caloric deprivation or deficiency of several components, such as proteins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and vitamins, caused by inborn errors or reduced uptake can lead to hair loss. Vitamin should be included in our daily diet
Anti-Oxidants 10,11 helps protect follicles against free radical damage and promotes hair regrowth
Follihair A is a nutritional supplement containing Natural Extracts, Anti-Oxidants and Nutrients that helps in managing hair loss. Follihair A contains nutrients like millet seed extract which can help in hair growth, Green tea extract can prolong anagen phase.
Additionally, Follihair A contains biotin and other essential vitamins which help to maintain healthy hair. It also has minerals such as Zinc, Iron and Copper have shown an important role in growth. Follihair A also contains Ginkgo Biloba which has antioxidant action and can help in hair growth. 10,12
NOT FOR MEDICINAL USE
Recommended Usage
One Tablet Daily.
Storage Information
STORE IN DRY PLACE AT A TEMPERATURE NOT EXCEEDING 30OC. Protect from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
Nutritional Information (Approximate Value):
| Nutritional Information per tablet Wt. 1.165 g contains (approx..) | % RDA as per ICMR | |
| Energy | T5.750 kcal | 0.30% |
| Protein | T0.199 g | 0.36% |
| Carbohydrate (Sugar |
…… …… |
0.64 g 0.00 g) |
| Fat | 0.266 g | 1.33% |
| Each Serving Per Enteric Coated Tablet Contains: | ||
| Millet Seed Extract | 100.00 mg | # |
| Beta Sitosterol 50% 100.00 mg | 100.00 mg | # |
| Green Tea Extract (containing NLT 50% Polyphenols) | 100.00 mg | # |
| Ginkgo Biloba Extract | 100.00 mg | # |
| Soy Isoflavones 40% | 50.00 mg | # |
| Grape Seed Extract (Containing 95% Procyanidins) | 50.00 mg | # |
| Evening Prime Rose Oil (NLT 10% Gamma Linoleic Acid) | 10.00 mg | # |
| Melatonin | 1.00 mg | # |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin B3 | 12.00 mg | 100% |
| Vitamin B5* | 5.00 mg | 100% |
| Folic Acid | 100.00 mcg | 85% |
| Biotin* | 30.00 mcg | 100% |
| Minerals | ||
| Zinc | 10.00 mg | 100% |
| Iron | 8.00 mg | 38.09% |
| Manganese | 4.00 mg | 100% |
| Copper | 1.35 mg | 79.41% |
| Amino Acids | ||
| L-Cysteine | 100.00 mg | 10.10% |
| DL-Methionine | 40.00 mg | 4.04% |
| Choline | 5.00 mg | # |
% RDA expressed as per adult**
**% RDA mentioned is in line with ICMR report, can be considered for both Men and Women with Sedentary lifestyle.
*RDA as per WHO/FAO
#RDA not established
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