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#Take a daily [[Decide If Multivitamins Are Right for You|multivitamin]]. Getting the right balance of vitamins and minerals every day may help to promote faster hair growth. Taking a daily multivitamin can help to provide you with all of the essential vitamins and minerals that you need, which can be great insurance if you do not always follow a healthy diet.<ref name="rf17305">http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/condition/hair-disorders</ref>

#*Make sure that the supplement contains biotin. Biotin has been shown to help with hair regrowth in some studies.<ref name="rf17306">http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/condition/alopecia</ref>

#Get more vitamin C. Vitamin C may also help to promote faster hair regrowth when taken as a supplement. Try taking 500mg to 1,000mg of vitamin C twice per day.<ref name="rf17305" /> You can also increase your vitamin C intake by consuming more vitamin-C-rich foods, such as citrus fruits, peppers, and cantaloupe.

#Include an omega-3 supplement. Omega-3s may help support faster hair regrowth when taken daily. Take one to two capsules daily. Check with your doctor first if you are taking any medications. Omega-3s can interact with certain medications, such as blood thinners.<ref name="rf17305" />

#Consider taking a B-complex vitamin. Stress can be a contributing factor in hair loss. Taking a B-vitamin complex may help to reduce your stress levels and possibly even promote faster hair regrowth. You can take one B-complex tablet per day.<ref name="rf17305" /> Make sure that you read and follow he manufacturer's instructions as well.

#Look into L-lysine supplements. L-lysine has been shown to promote hair regrowth in some studies when taken on a daily basis.<ref name="rf17307">http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12190640</ref> Try taking 500 to 1,000 mg of L-lysine daily to help promote faster hair regrowth.<ref name="rf17305" />

#Massage your scalp with essential oils. Unlike most other “natural” remedies, there is some evidence that massaging your scalp with certain essential oils may help to stimulate faster hair regrowth.<ref name="rf17306" /> You can also look for shampoos with essential oils, such as a tea tree oil shampoo.

#Try rubbing coffee into your scalp. One study found that a caffeine-infused shampoo helped to stimulate hair growth when it was left on for about two minutes.<ref name="rf17308">http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24341477</ref> You may be able to achieve similar results by pouring lukewarm coffee on your scalp and allowing it to sit for about two minutes.

#See an acupuncturist. Acupuncture therapy may help to stimulate faster hair regrowth as well.<ref name="rf17305" /> Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that uses needles placed in strategic locations to unblock energy pathways.

#Eat more fruits and vegetables. Make sure that your diet include plenty of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables to support your health and possibly even promote hair regrowth.  Some good types of fruits and vegetables to include are:<ref name="rf17305" />

#Drink plenty of water each day. Staying hydrated is important for overall good health and it may also help with hair loss. Make sure that you drink between six and eight glasses of water every day to stay hydrated.<ref name="rf17305" />

#Consume more high-quality protein. Red meat is higher in cholesterol and saturated fat than other protein sources, so it is best to limit your intake of red meat. Instead, stick to lean sources of protein such as skinless poultry, fish, tofu, and beans to give your body (and scalp) the protein that it needs.<ref name="rf17305" />

#Steer clear of potential allergen foods. Allergens may effect different parts of your body and possibly even slow hair growth. If you have a known food allergy, make sure that you are not consuming anything that contains that food as an ingredient. If you suspect that you may be allergic to something, then you may want to ask your doctor about an allergy screening. Identifying any food allergies can help you avoid foods that may be contributing to your hair loss. Common food allergies include:<ref name="rf17305" />

#Reduce your intake of processed and trans-fat-heavy foods. Eating healthier foods and laying off of unhealthy foods may help to reduce your hair loss as well. Try to eliminate the following foods from your diet:<ref name="rf17305" />

#[http://www.wikihow.com/Sleep-Better Get plenty of rest].<ref name="rf17305" />  The amount of sleep that you get each night may contribute to hair loss or just make it harder for your hair to grow. Try to get seven to nine hours of sleep every night. If you have trouble sleeping, talk to your doctor.

#[http://www.wikihow.com/Relax Manage your stress]. Stress may contribute to hair loss in some people as well. If you are often stressed, then try to develop some healthy ways to manage those feelings.<ref name="rf17305" /> Some good options include:

#[http://www.wikihow.com/Exercise Exercise more]. Getting regular exercise is important for good health and it may also help to prevent further hair loss. Aim for 30 minutes of exercise five days out of every week.<ref name="rf17305" />

#[http://www.wikihow.com/Quit-Smoking Quit smoking]. Smoking has been linked with increased hair loss in men with hair loss.<ref name="rf17308" /> If you smoke, now is a great time to quit. Ask your doctor for information about medications and smoking cessation programs in your area that may help you to quit.

#[http://www.wikihow.com/Limit-Your-Alcohol-Intake-to-the-Recommended-Two-or-Less-Servings-Per-Day Limit your alcohol intake]. Drinking alcohol has also been linked with hair loss in men.<ref name="rf17308" /> Try to limit your alcohol intake to two drinks per day if you are a man or one drink per day if you are a woman, or less.

#*If you have trouble limiting your alcohol intake, talk to your doctor. Drinking in excess can cause serious health problems in addition to hair loss, such as high blood pressure, certain types of cancer, and depression.<ref name="rf17309">http://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/alcohol-use.htm</ref>

#See a doctor.  If making changes to your diet and lifestyle or using other remedies does not seem to help, then see your doctor.  It is also a good idea to see your doctor to rule out the chance of a serious medical condition.<ref name="rf17310">http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hair-loss/basics/definition/con-20027666</ref>

#Try minoxidil. Minoxidil (known by the brand name Rogaine, but now widely available without prescription) is a topical lotion that can be used by men and women.  It works better on thinning hair than on hairless spots, and must be used continuously in order to keep any beneficial effects going.<ref name="rf17311">http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hair-loss/basics/treatment/con-20027666</ref>

#Consider taking finasteride. Finasteride (known as Propecia) is a prescription pill that stops the conversion of testosterone into DHT, which is a major cause of male pattern baldness.  It works best on thinning hair, and must be used continuously to keep up any hair regrowth.<ref name="rf17311" />

#Look into implants. In addition to medications, surgical options have improved as well.  Hair plugs or skin graft surgeries may be an option for you. With this procedure, small portions of skin from the back of your head (with hair still growing on them) will be implanted onto your bald spots.<ref name="rf17311" /> Talk to your doctor if you think that this might be a good option for you.

#Find out about laser therapy. Low-power laser therapy treatments have shown some early promise as well.<ref name="rf17310" /> Low-powered laser therapy has been shown to increase hair thickness and improve the condition of those suffering from hair loss. Ask your doctor if this option might help with your condition.

#Wear a wig or hairpiece while you seek treatment. Hair loss can make you feel self-conscious and affect your confidence, so you may want to look into getting a wig or hairpiece while you seek treatment for hair loss. You insurance may even cover the cost of a wig or hairpiece, which will allow you to get a high-quality, realistic looking wig or hairpiece.<ref name="rf17312"> http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hair-loss/basics/treatment/con-20027666</ref>