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- What is dandruff?
- Symptoms of dandruff
- Causes of dandruff
- Prevention of dandruff
- Risk factors for dandruff
- Complications of dandruff
- When to see a doctor about dandruff
- Diagnosis of dandruff
- Conventional treatment of dandruff
- Alternative/complementary treatment of dandruff
- Living with dandruff
- Caring for someone with dandruff
There are a number of useful strategies that can be used to reduce dandruff symptoms:
- Apple cider vinegar rinse - studies show that apple cider vinegar is beneficial in reducing symptoms of dandruff, especially when used as a final rinse after washing the hair with a tea tree oil shampoo. Dilute the vinegar with water (50%). Ensure the apple cider vinegar has been massaged slightly through the scalp and leave it for about 20-30 minutes before rinsing it out of the hair
- Healthy diet - since a diet deficient in the omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids is implicated in dandruff, it is important to ensure your diet has adequate intake of foods which are high in these nutrients. Foods rich in omega-3: oily fish such as mackerel, salmon, sardines and trout. Foods rich in omega-6: walnuts, pecans, flaxseeds, sesame seeds, macadamias
- Medicated shampoo - irrespective of whether you choose a prescription or over-the-counter shampoo, it is necessary to use some type of shampoo specifically made for reducing dandruff symptoms. Medicated shampoo can be one which is prescribed by the doctor, or it can be a natural one, made with tea tree oil - both will have similar results
- Olive oil massage - add some slightly warmed olive oil to a bowl and use this oil to massage your scalp. Use enough oil to get it through the whole scalp. Once massaged through, shampoo the hair with regular shampoo. This should be done twice a week
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NOTE: Mega doses of any type of vitamin, mineral, amino acid or herbal supplement cannot cure illnesses and in fact can be very dangerous and produce toxic side effects and interfere with medicine you are taking. Always ensure you consult your doctor before taking any type of complementary supplements.
Disclaimer: This guide is not intended to be used for diagnostic or prescriptive purposes. For any treatment or diagnosis of illness, please see your doctor.
