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"I'm going gray!"
And that's exactly why I sat down and read up on why hair goes gray in the first place, and whether there's a way to possibly inhibit graying or strengthen hair growth and color.
My research has revealed the following:
Stress as the main cause of gray hair
Under psychological and physical stress, the body is activated by a stress response and its bodily functions are adapted. Imagine you're getting to safety at the last second before a serious accident happens. The moment you realize the danger, your body triggers a so-called "fight-or-flight" response. For example, you might:
- heightened senses
- reduced pain sensitivity
- increased strength and performance
- dilated pupils
- nervousness
Why?
An amino acid (tyrosine) is converted in several steps (bodily reactions) first to noradrenaline and then to adrenaline. These reactions take place in the adrenal medulla and in certain nerve cells (noradrenergic neurons) of the autonomic nervous system (sympathetic nervous system), as well as in various brain cells. These two stress hormones are essential for human survival. That much is certain. But what effects do these reactions have elsewhere?
It has been researched that hair pigment stem cells also receive stress signals. The stress signal that The substance that reaches the cells consists of large amounts of the hormone and neurotransmitter norepinephrine. There, it strongly stimulates the stem cells responsible for melanin production.
The stem cells divide and become adult melanin cells, which are formed and die much more quickly, leaving no stem cells to form new melanin cells. Melanin is the pigment responsible for the natural color of hair.
With age, melanocyte activity slows down and melanin production gradually ceases. As a result, hair loses its natural color and turns white.
So, on the one hand, too much stress, and on the other hand, increasing age, can be responsible for the fact that the hair that grows back is colorless.
Other symptoms may also occur when z.BAdrenaline is activated as a reaction to everyday stress. Sleep disturbances occur when your head is full of thoughts. Anxiety and worry also stimulate your body to release adrenaline and other stress-related hormones (z.B. cortisol).
As the body becomes increasingly exhausted under stress, the noradrenaline level can drop to a very low value. This is often observed in burnout syndrome.
What can I do now?
As described above, melanin production is supported by the enzyme tyrosine. Certain nutrients, vitamins, herbs, etc., can be beneficial in this process. Let's take a closer look.
Medicinal mushrooms against gray hair
QIDOSHA Reishi Extract
Studies have shown that Reishi has a strong inhibitory effect on tyrosinase and melanin synthesis. The phenolic compounds in Reishi are an active component of tyrosinase inhibitors. Recent scientific investigations have demonstrated that Reishi is the most potent inhibitor of the tyrosinase enzyme compared to other natural substances.
QIDOSHA Hericium extract
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the ingredients of Hericium can promote the regeneration of nerve cells and the growth of nerve fibers.According to the teachings of Traditional Chinese Medicine, lion's mane can help alleviate the effects of stress and an unhealthy lifestyle. to restore a disturbed organism to a natural, healthy balance.
Ayurvedic herbs - anti-aging
QIDOSHA CLEAN with Guduch extract
Guduchi – a plant that is considered in Ayurveda to cleanse, strengthen and rejuvenate tissues.
QIDOSHA DEFENSE or QIDOSHA TRIPHALA with Amla
The Amla fruit is considered a secret weapon against grey hair.
Everyday tips
Of course, anything else that your Reduce stress levelsFor example
- Pranayama/ Breathing exercises
- Short meditations
- Yoga or relaxing exercise such as a walk in the fresh air
- Conversations - "getting something off your chest"
- healthy and balanced diet
- regular exercise
- Reduce alcohol and coffee consumption