Graying hair is one of the consequences that tend to follow with advancement of age. The problem arises when gray hair appears at a premature stage. Early graying of hair most often attributes an older look to a young individual. This lead to lots of confusion and embarrassment. No one likes to carry graying tress and therefore is in constant look out of effective remedies to graying hair. Although, there is no particular medication to turn gray hair black but there are several home made natural solutions that can prevent graying of hair before time. One can also cover up the gray strands by application of hair color. Here is an overview on the various symptoms and few remedies to graying hair.

Causes of Graying of Hair

• An improper diet can very well lead to graying hair.

• Stress and mental tension can also be a primary factor behind hair turning gray.

• In some cases, hereditary traits and genetic factors are responsible for gray hair.

• The unclean condition of the hair, drying the hair frequently with dryer and using low quality dyes can also lighten the hair color.


Natural remedies for gray hair

• The Indian gooseberry or Reetha is one of the most beneficial elements to prevent gray hair. This prevents hair pigmentation to a great scale and also enriches the hair texture and facilitates hair growth largely. Boil the gooseberry in pure coconut oil till they completely melts in the oil. Massage the dark oil in the hair regularly. The water where you will soak the gooseberry is also very useful and it can be used as the last rinse while washing the hair. One can mix a drop or two of lemon juice and almond oil in the gooseberry oil. This prevents gray hair to great extent.

• Fresh juice of Amarnath leaves is also a great means to retain black color of hair. It also stimulates hair growth and keeps the hair soft and smooth.

• Curry leaves provide vitality to the hair and makes the hair root strong. Curry leaves boiled in coconut oil makes a great tonic for hair and helps in preventing pigmentation of hair.

• Ribbed gourd is also effective to stop premature graying of hair. Cut the gourd into pieces and dry them in shade. Then soak them in coconut oil for about 3-4 days. Boil the oil till the pieces turn to nothing but a black residue. Massage the oil in the scalp. This restores the pigment to the hair and enriches the hair root.

• Cow milk butter, if massaged into the hair root twice a week prevents grayness of the hair.

• Almond oil is also an effective constituent to prevent premature gray hair.

Diet to prevent Gray Hair

• One must include enough vitamin B, copper, iron and iodine in regular diet in order to prevent premature graying of hair.

• Junk food and soft drinks should be avoided at all time. Certain food such as, white flour, refined sugar and all products made from them, pastries, jams and jellies should also be avoided