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		<title>Chemotherapy Cold Cap Reduces Hair Loss</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:35:45 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Thinning Hair From Cancer Drugs]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chemotherapy hair loss]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Penguin Cold Cap]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chemotherapy-induced Hair Loss and Hair Thinning
..87% of patients who used the “Cold Cap” during chemotherapy, saved their hair from falling out..
Hair loss has always been considered an inevitable part of fighting cancer. Every year, The American Hair Loss Association receives countless e-mails from women across the world diagnosed with cancer who claim to be just as terrified of chemotherapy-induced hair loss as they are of their cancer itself. Sadly, many women are willing to consider alternative unproven treatments, just to avoid losing their hair to chemotherapy.
 
While most patients and physicians accept the inevitability of hair loss as being a part of successful cancer treatment, having the ability to avoid chemo-induced hair loss (anogen effluvium) would make the treatment process considerably more palatable, allowing patients to concentrate more on healing as opposed to what they look like during treatment.
Now there is hope.
According to a study in the European Journal of Cancer, 87% of patients who used the “Cold Cap” during chemotherapy, saved their hair from falling out. Another study published in the Annals of Oncology looked at several different methods of hair retention and found scalp cooling to be the most effective.
The Penguin Cold Cap is kept at 22 degrees below zero and placed on the head before, during, and after receiving a treatment. It essentially freezes the hair follicles which prevents the chemo from being absorbed.
Shirley Billigmeir is one cancer survivor who knows first hand just how effective the cold Cap can be in preventing chemo-induced hair loss. Billigmeier [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Vitamins For Thinning Hair</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 19:38:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Introduction to vitamins for healthy hair growth
We all are aware that vitamins and minerals are components of our food needed for our growth, reproduction, and maintaining good general health, but vitamins themselves are only required in small amounts in our diet compared with fats, carbohydrates and proteins. 
Insufficient quantities of an individual vitamin or mineral can lead to deficiency diseases and over consumption of some vitamins or minerals can be toxic to an individual&#8217;s system. However, while vitamins and minerals are important for healthy hair growth, with the possible exception of iron, a deficiency in vitamins or minerals resulting in hair loss is fairly

rare
 with the average North American or Western European diet. 
Of course, Vegans and others living on a restricted diet could be at more of a risk of having a deficiency in one or more vitamins and minerals if they fail to plan their diets and ensure their sources are wide enough to enable sufficient intake of all the relevant vitamins and nutrients. 
Some vitamins, such as vitamin B12, are almost exclusively found in meat and dairy products, so in the absence of meat intake a vegetarian inclined individual must compensate either by eating vitamin B12 rich plant foods or by taking supplements. Some evidence exists that vegetarians tend to have relatively lower levels of essential antioxidant trace elements such as Zinc, Copper, and especially Selenium, in their blood.
In terms of healthy hair growth, the most important vitamins and minerals are:
    * Iron (and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Hair Loss &#8211; Coping With Alopecia</title>
		<link>http://www.thinninghairsecrets.com/hair-loss-coping-with-alopecia</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:34:10 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Hair Loss]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[alopecia]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Coping With Hair Loss from Alopecia
About Alopecia
Alopecia areata is a general term used for hair loss; this can be a small bald patch on the head or the loss of all hair over the entire body. The general term alopecia can be used to refer to alopecia areata, alopecia totalis and alopecia universalis.
Alopecia is not life threatening but it can be distressing at times. While there are no proven effective cures for alopecia, hair can grow back spontaneously. However, the more hair that is lost, the less likely it is to grow back.
When you first get alopecia you may feel that your world has turned upside down. It may affect your relationships, work, social life and you may find it difficult to go anywhere in public. These responses are normal and understandable.
Learning To Cope
People with alopecia use many ways to cope with their hair loss. This article covers some of these methods and we hope it proves useful.
Expressing Your Feelings
Sometimes you might want to cry or shout because you feel it is unfair that you have alopecia. Do It! It&#8217;s perfectly normal to feel this way.
Holding these feelings inside is one option, and it can be beneficial at times, but you may find it makes you feel tired and irritable. Finding ways to relieve tension.
Exercise can help us relieve our feelings in a positive way. Some kinds of exercise are good for ecpressing anger, such as running, others are more calming, such as Yoga and Tai Chi. All exercise helps [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Hair Loss Treatment For Women</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:04:58 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Womans Hair Loss]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Finasteride]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[hair loss treatment]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Minoxidil 2%]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hair Loss in Women
IS YOUR HAIR TAKING A BREAK?
DERMATOLOGISTS CAN HELP WOMEN GET TO THE ROOT OF HAIR LOSS
BOSTON (July 29, 2009) 
For many women, their hair is one of their most defining characteristics. From short and sassy bobs to long, cascading curls, the right hairstyle can make any woman look more pulled together and can even take years off of her appearance. That’s why hair loss can be particularly devastating for women, and dermatologists advise that it should be addressed at the first noticeable signs of a problem. 
At the American Academy of Dermatology’s Summer Academy Meeting 2009 in Boston, dermatologist Amy J. McMichael, MD, FAAD, associate professor of dermatology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, N.C., discussed the different types of hair loss women experience and the current treatment options. 
“Hair loss is a very misunderstood condition, both in terms of how people see their own hair loss and how physicians who are not dermatologists approach hair loss,” said Dr. McMichael. 
“It is important for women to be evaluated by a dermatologist, who specializes in hair loss, at the first signs of a problem – whether she notices that her ponytail is smaller than it used to be, she sees more hair in the shower, or if her part is widening. Determining the cause of the hair loss is the first step in treating it and preventing future hair loss.” 
Female-Pattern Hair Loss The most common form of hair loss in women is female-pattern hair [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Minoxidil Topical Solution 5% for Men Fact Sheet</title>
		<link>http://www.thinninghairsecrets.com/minoxidil-topical-solution-5-for-men-fact-sheet</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:10:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Example Drug Facts Label for Minoxidil Topical Solution 5% for Men

Drug Facts
Active ingredient                                                  Purpose
Minoxidil 5% w/v&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;……………&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Hair regrowth treatment for men
Use
# to regrow hair on the top of the scalp (vertex only, see pictures on side of carton)

Warnings
For external use only. For use by men only.
Flammability warning: Keep away from fire or flame [Include if product meets the
criteria in 16 CFR 1500.3(b)(10)]

Do not use if
# you are a woman
# your amount of hair loss is different than that shown on the side of this carton or your hair loss is on the front of the scalp. Minoxidil topical solution 5% is not intended for frontal baldness or receding hairline.
# you have no family history of hair loss
# hair loss is sudden and/or patchy
# you do not know the reason for your hair loss
# you are under 18 years of age. Do not use on babies and children.
# scalp is red, inflamed, infected, irritated, or painful
# you use other medicines on the scalp

When using this product
# do not apply on other parts of the body
# avoid contact with the eyes. In case of accidental contact, rinse eyes with large amounts of cool tap water.
# it takes time to regrow hair. Results may occur [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Minoxidil Topical Solution 2% for Men and Women Fact Sheet</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:43:22 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Thinning Hair]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Minoxidil 2% Fact Sheet]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Example Drug Facts Label for Minoxidil Topical Solution 2% for Men and Women
Drug Facts
Active ingredient                                                                                                                        Purpose
Minoxidil 2% w/v&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;……………&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Hair regrowth treatment
Use
# to regrow hair on the scalp
Warnings
For external use only
Flammability warning: Keep away from fire or flame [Include if product meets the criteria in 16 CFR 1500.3(b)(10)]
Do not use if
# your degree of hair loss is more than that shown on the side of this carton. Minoxidil topical solution 2% may not work.
# you have no family history of hair loss
# hair loss is sudden and/or patchy
[Use for products for women]# hair loss is associated with childbirth
# you do not know the reason for your hair loss
# you are under 18 years of age. Do not use on babies and children.
# scalp is red, inflamed, infected, irritated, or painful
# you use other medicines on the scalp
When using this product
# do not apply on other parts of the body
# avoid contact with the eyes. In case of accidental contact, rinse eyes with large amounts of cool tap water.
# it takes time to regrow hair. You may need to use this product 2 times a day for at least 4 months before you see [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Hair Conditioners Aware</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:34:17 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Hair Dyes and Shampoos]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Using Hair Conditioners On Thinning Hair 
• Conditioners efficiently restore moisture that has been removed through washing.
• They contain many of the same ingredients that are found in shampoos, but in different concentrations.
• They effectively flatten the cuticle on the hair shaft and de-tangle the hair, which:
• makes brushing easier.
• creates smoother texture.
• improves overall manageability.
• reduces static electricity by
• adding positively-charged ions on the hair shafts.
• neutralizing the negative electric charges on the shaft that are generated following brushing.
• They are particularly useful for dry or damaged hair.
• Overuse of conditioners can result in a flattened, limp or oily appearance.
• Apply only to the hair and not the scalp.
• The cationic polymers found in conditioners are attracted to the damaged cuticle in the hair shaft, which results in the protection and repair of these areas by filling in the defects.
Damage to the hair shaft can be caused by:
• overdrying
• vigorous towel-drying
• washing long hair too frequently (e.g., more than once per day)
• excessive combing and brushing
• chemical treatments (e.g., permanent waving, bleaching, dyeing, straightening)
• over-exposure to sun and chlorine.
Anyone using heat generating devices or chemical-based products for hair curling or straightening should be encouraged to carry out a regular conditioning regimen.
Applications that provide lubrication can somewhat reduce the damage and brittle texture that is associated with some of the chemicals that are used.
http://www.nioxinhairproducts.net
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		<title>Thinning Hair Shampoo</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:48:47 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Hair Dyes and Shampoos]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[thinning hair shampoo]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[What Ingredients Your Hair Loss Shampoo Must Have And Must Not Have
Hair loss (thinning hair) shampoo is one of the most common treatment to prevent your hair from falling off. Most remedies that people know are external. It means people use treatment products that are directly applied on the hair. We could not say that all hair loss treatment shampoos are absolutely effective. This is simply because some actually do not work as they promise to the consumers. The main factor why some do not achieve its positive result is the ingredient used in this kind of shampoo.
So, what ingredient your hair loss shampoo must not have? What should you look for when you need to buy a shampoo intended for preventing hair loss? There is this element that manufacturers used in most shampoos. It is commonly called surfactants which was coined from the words &#8220;surface active agents&#8221;. You may wonder what it actually does as an agent. Well, it is responsible for the lather that you get from your shampoo. Now, people love it when their shampoo foams up effectively. However, others are misled that a good lather will actually give a preventive result for hair loss.
Anti hair loss shampoo that contains surfactants will not help your falling hair problem at all. Surfactants are known to be harsh. The most common surfactant is the SLS or Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. If you see this in your shampoo, you have to discontinue using it because SLS actually destroys hair growth. It [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Boots Hair Retention Programme</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:10:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>ths-admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Male Hair Loss]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Boots Hair Retention Programme]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your receding hairline
as you get older is probably down to male pattern baldness. There are other problems that can cause thinning hair and hair loss so it is always best to get a complete checkover by your medical practioner. If you are one of the men in the 95% group where genetics is beginning to wreak havoc on your scalp and the hair loss is becoming obvious &#8211; don&#8217;t wait until that receding hairline and a touch of scalp showing through on the crown of your head  &#8211; the longer you leave it the bigger chance that the hair may be permanently lost!
The culprit can often be your hormone, dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the scalp which can provoke male pattern baldness by causing shortening and thinning hair follicles in the hair growth cycleas explained on the front page (see picture below).
Hair Retention Programme
All is not lost if you are in the UK! You may be able to pick a restorative programme of treatments to help retain a fuller head of hair by joining the Boots Pharmacy-led, Professional Hair Retention Programme.
From their website:

*  9 out of 10 men with male pattern baldness keep their hair on the Boots Hair Retention Programme, while those not on the programme continue to experience hair loss
* 2 out of 3 men who stay on the programme for long-term treatment experience some re-growth of hair
Now that is a very strong claim from from the major high street pharmacy, but remember, if you are one of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Hair Loss Nioxin</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 20:45:17 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Hair Loss]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[hair loss nioxin]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Thinning Hair]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[For Hair Loss, Nioxin Hair Care Products May Help!
Thinning hair can be a very stressful situation for women, especially young women, but there are plenty of products and help out there to help you get back to a &#8216;normal&#8217; looking person and get out and about again.
Nioxin’s line of shampoos, conditioners, and treatments is an interesting example of a cosmetic product that has a reputation for having drug benefits. If you do a quick web search of Nioxin you’ll find numerous sites commenting on its ability to slow hair loss, increase hair growth, inhibit DHT (one of the causes of thinning hair) and make hair grow thicker. If a product really did claim to do any of these things it would have to be a drug and would require FDA approval. 
Nioxin themeselves have never claimed most of these suggestions and is established as a leading provider of natural skincare solutions enjoying a reputation among hair care consumers since 1987 as providing treatments for helping with thinning hair and making thinning hair look thicker and fuller. 
The products are designed to help remove buildup on the scalp that prevents hair follicles in the telogen (resting phase) from regrowing, as well as prevent excessive dihydrotestosterone (DHT)–a converted form of testosterone largely responsible for male pattern baldness–on the scalp and hair. Information from the company website notes that results from an independent study showed that nine out of 10 people who used Nioxin on a daily basis noted the appearance of thicker [...]]]></description>
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