Ayurveda for Hair Fall — Causes and Kerala Remedies

Hair fall (Khalitya) involves Bhrajaka Pitta vitiation + Rakta dushti + weak Asthi-poshana (bone tissue nourishment, of which hair is a sub-tissue).

**Topical pillar.** Neelibhringadi Tailam — classical Kerala hair oil; daily Shiroabhyanga (scalp massage) for 21+ days reverses early hair fall.

**Internal pillar.** Amalaki Rasayana (1 tsp daily) for Rakta-Asthi support. Bhringaraja for hair regrowth.

**Procedural pillar.** Nasya (medicated nasal drops, Anu Taila) targets the head region — clinically effective for chronic Khalitya.

**Diet correction.** Eliminate excessive Pitta foods (sour pickles, vinegar, excess coffee, alcohol). Add Amla, sesame seeds, black sesame, pumpkin seeds, soaked almonds.

**Lifestyle.** Avoid hot water on scalp — lukewarm only. Reduce smartphone use in bed (circadian disruption depresses hair-root metabolism). 7-8h sleep — hair grows during deep sleep.

**Premature greying (Palitya).** Same protocols + Bhringaraja oil specifically. Greying that started before 30 has stronger Pitta-Rakta cause.

**Realistic timeline.** Reduction in hair fall in 6-8 weeks. New growth visible at 12-16 weeks. Sustained results require 6-12 months of practice.

**When to escalate.** If patchy baldness (alopecia areata) — see a Vaidya AND a dermatologist; this is autoimmune and needs systemic management.

--- _AI-generated educational content — pending medical review. For diagnosis and personalised treatment, consult a verified BAMS / MD-Ayurveda doctor. Find one at https://ayurconnect.com/doctors._ _Author: AyurConnect Editorial._