Why do some people experience hair loss, premature graying, dryness, brittleness, and split ends? Multiple factors can affect hair health, such as irregular daily routines, stress, emotional instability, an imbalanced diet, and hair dyeing. According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theory, hair is closely related to the kidneys. For example, TCM dictates that “the kidney…

Our hair plays a significant role in our daily lives. A well-groomed hairstyle can enhance our appearance and boost our confidence. While it’s common for older individuals to worry about graying and thinning hair, many young people in their twenties and thirties are also experiencing hair problems because of unhealthy diets, high levels of stress,…

It’s unpleasant to see hair turn gray, but it’s especially annoying to see gray at a young age. Many choose to dye their hair, but the chemicals of the dye are likely to cause damage to the hair and sometimes do little to improve the color. Here are some ways to restore youthful and healthy…

Most everyone expects they will get gray hair in their later years. However, some individuals see their first gray hairs well before middle age—in their 20s and 30s. Some have even found gray hairs while still in high school. So the question remains: What does research tell us about the connection between dietary issues and gray hair? Naturally,…

Our modern-day, busy, stressful lives can lead to a full-blown head of gray hair at a young age. One short-term remedy for gray hair is using dyes, but the chemicals involved may invite unwanted health hazards. Are there better ways to return gray hair to its original color? Shu Rong, a veteran traditional Chinese medicine…

Dr. Kuo Ta-Wei, Director of Fu Yuan Chinese Medicine Clinic, told us a story that made us rethink whether our white hair is here to stay. “In an integrated Chinese and Western therapy program during the acute treatment of stroke, there was a 75-year old woman who was paralyzed and motionless. We did the scalp…

Graying and white hairs are a concern for many people, but do you pay attention to the location of your gray hair? In fact, the position of your gray hair can indicate other things about your physical condition. To learn more about what your body might be trying to tell you when you spot gray…