The Location of White Hair "Indicates" Body Condition, Be Alert!

I am still the same youth as before, without any changes.

And no matter how old you are, once you have white hair, you will look much older!

Why does premature graying occur?

The occurrence of white hair is due to the cessation of melanin production in the melanocytes at the hair roots. Many factors can cause disorders in melanin formation and metabolism, not just aging factors. Premature graying of hair in young people is the result of multiple factors.

Premature graying of hair is related to genetics, nutrition, environment, as well as unhealthy lifestyles, emotions, and other factors. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the location of premature graying of hair to some extent reflects the health status of the internal organs. Targeted adjustment may be more effective in prevention and treatment.

Different locations of white hair represent different health problems.

White hair on the forehead: Decline in spleen and stomach function

The forehead belongs to the Yangming meridian, which is mainly related to the spleen and stomach. When the Yangming meridian is weakened, the hair turns white, indicating a decline in spleen and stomach function. Therefore, proper regulation of the spleen and stomach is beneficial in preventing and treating white hair on the forehead.

White hair on the temples: Related to liver, gallbladder, and Qi and blood

The temples are located in the Shaoyang meridian, which is mainly related to the gallbladder. The liver and gallbladder are closely related to each other, so white hair on the temples is also related to the liver. Therefore, regulating the liver and gallbladder can prevent and treat white hair on the temples. In addition, the liver stores blood, and Qi and blood are closely related, so appropriate Qi and blood supplementation are also needed for white hair on the temples.

White hair on the crown and back of the head: Insufficient kidney Qi

The crown and back of the head are where the Du meridian and bladder meridian pass. The relationship between the Governor Vessel (Du meridian) and the kidneys is the closest. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Governor Vessel governs the Yang Qi of the whole body, while the Conception Vessel (Ren meridian) governs the Yin Qi of the whole body. The kidneys are the residence of the original Yin and Yang, so white hair on the crown and back of the head is mostly due to insufficient kidney Qi and should be nourished accordingly.

Several practical methods to reduce white hair.

In addition to seeking targeted medical treatment, you can also try these methods:

1. Nourish kidney Qi with a variety of gruel

Procedure: Prepare 4 walnut kernels, a small handful of black beans, a small handful of black sesame seeds, a small handful of black rice, a handful of millet, a small small handful of goji berries, and 2 small pieces of Chinese yam for two people. Soak the ingredients in a bowl in advance and set the cooking time for the porridge at night. You can have a bowl of healthy grain porridge for breakfast.

Black beans, black sesame seeds, walnut kernels, and other foods have the effects of nourishing the liver and kidneys, nourishing essence, and promoting the growth of dark and healthy hair. Regular consumption can help reduce the growth of white hair.

2. Rub the scalp to prevent white hair

Recommendation: Insist on using the index and middle fingers to draw small circles on the scalp after waking up in the morning and before going to bed, and rub the scalp.

Start from the forehead, go through the top of the head to the back of the head, and then from the forehead to the temples to the back of the head. Massage for 1-2 minutes each time, rubbing back and forth 30-40 times per minute, gradually increasing to 5-10 minutes. This can accelerate local blood circulation in the hair follicles and promote the secretion of melanin.

3. Comb the hair to promote blood circulation

Combing the hair promotes blood circulation: According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the head is the "residence of wisdom" and the master of the whole body. There are nearly 50 acupoints on the head, which are connected to the whole body through meridians. Massaging these acupoints while combing the hair can strengthen the communication between the scalp meridian system and various organs of the body, thereby promoting meridian circulation, unblocking the meridians, and promoting the circulation of Qi and blood. It can also improve brain function, relieve wind, improve vision, and prevent and treat headaches.

Combing the hair can darken it: Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that "hair is the surplus of blood" and "the kidneys govern the bone marrow, and its brilliance is in the hair." Combing the hair can promote the ascending of Yang Qi and harmonize Qi and blood. If the blood and Qi are abundant, and the kidneys are strong, the bone marrow will be full, so the hair will be moist and black. Therefore, with sufficient kidney Qi and vigorous Qi and blood circulation, the hair will be dark and lustrous, and it can effectively prevent hair loss and graying.

4. Coordinate internal and external care

Excessive exposure to the sun, lack of sleep, and high mental stress can all lead to changes in hair quality. Therefore, office workers should try to relieve stress, maintain sufficient sleep, and a cheerful mood. In addition, efforts should be made to avoid spicy and stimulating foods.

A light diet, regular lifestyle, and a cheerful mood, coupled with appropriate hair care products, can truly showcase the healthy and shiny side of the hair.

Natural aging-related white hair is often difficult to alleviate, but sudden white hair caused by emotions or chronic diseases can turn back to black. As long as you pay attention to stress relief, develop proper living and dietary habits, you can prevent further increase of white hair and even turn white hair black.

Dispelling the Myth: Does pulling out one white hair result in ten more?

Is there any scientific basis for the rumor that pulling out one white hair results in the growth of ten more?

The answer is: no.

White hair is caused by the loss of melanin in the hair follicles, and the melanin in each follicle only affects the hair produced by that follicle. There is no scientific evidence to prove that follicles can influence each other.

The increasing amount of white hair is likely due to the natural progression of melanin loss and is not directly related to plucking white hair. The claim that white hair will increase more if you pluck it has no scientific basis.

So why do some people feel that pulling out white hair results in more white hair? Simply put, the hair is already in the natural process of turning white, whether you pluck it or not, white hair will continue to increase, and there is no direct connection between the act of "plucking" and the increase in white hair.