Loss of hair causing a receding hairline and even baldness is a very commonly encountered cosmetic problem, especially in men.

We must understand that luxuriant hair growth is usually dependent on heredity, but is also largely influenced by the nutritive quality of food, lifestyles as well as stress.

Impending baldness may be indicated by excessive hair fall when shampooing, rinsing or combing.

Many men do regard baldness as a serious issue as it affects their appearance, personality and confidence.

First of all, the most obvious of natural remedies for hair fall and baldness is to shift to a diet that is rich in proteins, fruits and other macro and micro nutrients. Foods that have a cooling effect on the body such as tender coconut water may also be included in the diet.

Regular application of and gentle massage using oils like castor seed oil or coconut oil is believed to stimulate the hair follicles and promote hair growth.

Applying the beaten up yolk of egg on to the hair roots a little while before bathing is considered to be one of the most effective natural remedies to strengthen the hair and make it less brittle.

Dermatological issues such as dandruff may also result in hair loss. Application of lemon juice is popular among the anti hair loss natural remedies. Lemon juice may be added to aloe vera gel or even to coconut oil and applied over the hair roots using a ball of cotton. It must be rinsed well after about 30 minutes.

Juice extracted from onions or shallots, which are rich in sulphur is believed to be very effective as an antibacterial agent that not only keeps the scalp free of bacteria but also is believed to enhance blood circulation in the hair follicles. Onion juice can be applied raw or in an oil base and rinsed off well with water and a gentle shampoo after a while.

Yoghurt which is naturally considered to be rich in protein is one of the tried and tested natural remedies to condition the hair. The inclusion of yoghurt, cheese, cottage cheese and other protein rich foods like chickpeas as part of your daily diet can also promote hair growth.

While there are indeed many natural remedies for hair loss, do remember that at times excessive hair loss may indicate some other underlying issue that needs to be treated medically. If the issue still persists even after these tips, make sure you consult a specialist to prevent any further damage.