Hair Fall : Solutions That ACTUALLY Work | Saurabh Bothra Yoga

Key wellness / self-care strategies for hair fall

Get blood work (root-cause check)

• Don’t rely only on oils/shampoos—hair fall can signal internal deficiencies.
• Ask for tests covering:
  • Sugar levels
  • Vitamin B12
  • Vitamin D3
  • Ferritin
  • Thyroid
  • Basic CBC
• Review results with a doctor and adjust nutrition accordingly.

Address hard water

• If hair becomes rough, tangled, dry after washing, hard water may be the cause.
• Try:
  • Water filter attachment or filtered/municipal water for washing
  • Compare vs borewell water to see if texture improves

Use gentler hair detangling + the right comb

• If hair is dry/rough, frequent combing can increase breakage (static causes frizz/tangling).
• Prefer wooden combs (less static, gentler).
• Detangle gently—don’t “fight” the hair.

Diet + hydration (internal “fertilizer and water”)

Protein (hair is made of protein):

• Lentils, chickpeas, kidney beans, cowpeas, soya chunks/tofu
• Paneer, curd, sprouts

Iron (low iron can trigger hair fall):

• Leafy greens, lentils, figs, pomegranate, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds
• Millets (bajra, ragi)
• Peanuts/gram/jaggery
  • Improve absorption by pairing with Vitamin C (e.g., lemon with spinach)

Vitamin D:

• Get through morning sunlight (also supports body rhythm)

Zinc (growth/repair):

• Pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, nuts, legumes, millets (jowar/bajra/ragi)

Super-foods mentioned:

• Amla (Vitamin C → improves iron absorption)
• Sprouted black gram (protein + iron + zinc + fiber)
• Seed mix (pumpkin seeds + flax + sesame; ~1 spoon/day; add to salad/curd/poha)

Hydration:

• Keep water accessible (e.g., a water bottle nearby) and drink consistently.

Reduce heat styling damage

• Don’t assume damaged hair can be “permanently repaired.”
• Try to limit blow dryer/straightener.
• Use conditioning alternatives after shampoo:
  • Conditioner
  • Aloe vera gel (do a patch test first)
  • Shikakai
• Nutritional support mentioned:
  • Raw curry leaves daily (and curry-leaf chutney)

Gentle scalp massage (Champaign / Champi)

• Benefits: relaxation and supports blood circulation.

Technique:

• Use light fingertip pressure
• Slow circular motions
• Focus on crown and sides

Avoid:

• Pulling or using too much force (stop if you feel scalp pain or see breakage)

Oil guidance:

• More oil ≠ more benefits
• Excess oil can clog follicles, weaken hair roots, and worsen scalp health.
• Use a small amount, then massage gently.

Most important: consistency (3–5 months minimum)

• Hair fall can’t be fixed quickly—follow changes consistently for at least 3–5 months.
• Don’t frequently switch products (e.g., changing shampoos many times can irritate/damage the scalp).
• Emphasized habits:
  • Routine in diet, sleep, massage, shampoo use, and products (one day won’t matter).

Exercise + yoga poses to improve head-region circulation

Exercise supports:

• Better blood circulation
• Stress management
• Improved sleep

Yoga poses suggested (head-region circulation):

• Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog)
• Hastapadasana (Standing Forward Bend)
• Ushtrasana (Camel Pose)
• Balasana (Child’s Pose)
• Matsyasana (Fish Pose)

Safety note:

• If you have high blood pressure, vertigo, glaucoma, or frequent headaches, consult a doctor first (poses increase blood flow to the head).

Stress management

• Stress can aggravate hair fall; “taking stress will only worsen the problem.”

Presenters / sources

• Saurabh Bothra Yoga (presenter/source credited by video title; individual name not explicitly stated in the subtitles beyond the channel/title)