The Difference Between Hair Fall from the Root and Hair Breakage

It had been thought that most hair found in the sink or shower, on the brush etc. was broken hair due to damage and weathering. Studies have now shown this not to be the case. In fact at least 80% of hair loss is from the root, not breakage.The hair shaft is a remarkable structure that takes a great deal of abuse, ranging from exposure to the environment, and to frequent combing and brushing. Normal hair keeps its resiliency, flexibility, and strength for up to 7 years, unless there are genetic defects present. During the time that hair is on the scalp and before it is shed, there may be some breakdown. This is often called “weathering,” which is characterized by changes in the hair structure, generally limited to cosmetic occurrences. Weathering is due to: “combing, brushing, and permanent waving...natural friction, wetting, and ultraviolet radiation.”

It had been thought that most hair found in the sink or shower, on the brush etc. was broken hair due to damage and weathering. Studies have now shown this not to be the case. In fact at least 80% of hair loss is from the root, not breakage.

Data generated by hair experts confirms this observation and extended it to a range of ethnic communities globally.  The highest rates of shedding from the root appear in China (>90%) and in all cases (Mexico, India, Turkey, Thailand, UK) shedding from the root was always greater than 80%.

BREAKAGE:

Breakage is characterized by broken and/or blunted ends and differs from growing hair that may have pointed or tapered tips.

Fragile hair will easily break off near the ends: hence hair breakage. If there is a question of broken hair, this can be confirmed in two ways:

 • Card test - hold an index card behind the hair in question (white for darker colors and black for lighter colors). This will highlight the broken or blunted tips of breakage.

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Facts about blood needs

• Every year our nation requires about 4 Crore units of blood, out of which only a meager 40 Lakh units of blood are available.
• The gift of blood is the gift of life. There is no substitute for human blood.
• Every two seconds someone needs blood.
• More than 38,000 blood donations are needed every day.
• A total of 30 million blood components are transfused each year.
• The average red blood cell transfusion is approximately 3 pints.
• The blood type most often requested by hospitals is Type O.
• Sickle cell patients can require frequent blood transfusions throughout their lives.
• More than 1 million new people are diagnosed with cancer each year. Many of them will need blood, sometimes daily, during their chemotherapy treatment.
• A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 units of blood

Facts about the blood supply

• Blood cannot be manufactured – it can only come from generous donors.
• Type O-negative blood (red cells) can be transfused to patients of all blood types. It is always in great demand and often in short supply.
• Type AB-positive plasma can be transfused to patients of all other blood types. AB plasma is also usually in short supply.

Facts about the blood donation process

• Donating blood is a safe process. A sterile needle is used only once for each donor and then discarded.
• Blood donation is a simple four-step process: registration, medical history and mini-physical, donation and refreshments.
• Every blood donor is given

Super foods for Diabetics

Citrus fruits are a rich source of vitamin C, which aids in keeping your heart in good condition. Stick to whole fruits instead of juice as they slow sugar absorption.

Karela lowers the blood-sugar level as it contains a high dosage of `plant insulin`.

Garlic is a rich source of potassium and also contains zinc and sulphur, which are components of insulin. Take about three to four flakes of crushed garlic daily.

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Women lie 500 times a year about their diet

LONDON: Ladies also lie. In fact, a study has found that women tell nearly 500 fibs a year about their eating and drinking habits.

"It was only a small portion," is women's favourite untruth, and one of nine lies told weekly by the average woman.