Can Bees Take Away the Sting of Hair Loss?
Hair loss is a problem affecting both men and women across the globe. While some hair loss comes long due to illness or the need for various treatments, for some of us it kind of, “happens out of nowhere.” But the truth is, as our diets get worse and our stress levels rise, more and more people will find that their hair is also suffering and breaking off.
To help curb hair loss, numerous tests are being conducted to find natural sources to help awaken the hair follicles and help them to grow again. Everything from over the counter topical creams, to vitamins and even wearable technologies are being introduced in the fight against hair loss.
The latest is a finding from researchers at Hokkaido University in Japan who have found that Proplis, which is created by honeybees, has helped to successfully grow hair on mice.
According to an article by redorbit the substance, which is resin-like, is created by bees and used as a way to help fortify their hives and close off any holes so bacteria doesnt get into the hive.
To help specifically in the fight against hair loss, researchers are saying that the use of the substance as a topical solution helped to stimulate the cells needed to grow hair on mice.
What is key is that the substance works against inflammation, and many times at the source of hair loss is an inflammatory issue. With further testing, the researchers said they will be able to determine just how effective Proplis can be on helping hair to grow again from the human scalp.
Hairfear - 1-23-2015
