I'm a little bit disappointed.
CerebralCortex 23 Nov 2009
forever freedom 23 Nov 2009
This makes sense. But i'm just a layman so i can easily be wrong.
Edited by forever freedom, 23 November 2009 - 03:55 PM.
CerebralCortex 23 Nov 2009
Some people just develop grey hair much sooner than others. I don't think it has anything to do with the state of their health or how fast they age. They just have the genetic tendency to develop grey hair early on..
This makes sense. But i'm just a layman so i can easily be wrong.
Thanks for the response. But what genetic purpose does the apoptosis of melanocytes serve? As you said your a layman and so am I but have you heard of this? I'd love to know if there is a way to promote the production of catalase.
Shepard 23 Nov 2009
There are a few anecdotal reports of reversing grey hair in the Supplement section, particularly in the resveratrol, I believe.
CerebralCortex 25 Nov 2009
I've been greying since I was 19. It's pretty damn sexy, so it doesn't bother me....
I like your attitude. I suppose if George Clooney can pull it off....
VidX 28 Nov 2009
VictorBjoerk 28 Nov 2009
Edited by VictorBjoerk, 28 November 2009 - 12:15 PM.
Myka 28 Nov 2009
niner 29 Nov 2009
1kgcoffee 30 Nov 2009
FNC 16 Dec 2009
I've been greying since I was 19. It's pretty damn sexy, so it doesn't bother me.
There are a few anecdotal reports of reversing grey hair in the Supplement section, particularly in the resveratrol, I believe.
In addition to Shepard's readings, it has also been suggested that Quercetin plays a role in reducing the graying process.
Perhaps a resveratrol/quercetin combination, in addition to eating some green apples each day may help. All the best of luck :-)
Solarclimax 16 Dec 2009
I have been graying since my late 20's, and being a female there is nothing sexy about it!
If i thought a girl was hot and healthy grey hair would not make any difference ;-)
It's a bit weird i myself don't ever want to be grey but i know i probably will at some point, but also would not be put off by a hot chick with grey hair
Edited by Solarclimax, 16 December 2009 - 02:38 PM.
Skötkonung 17 Dec 2009
Fo-Ti was found to be highly estrogenic; a suitable treatment for menopause in aging women. A word of caution when considering Chinese medicine, most of the claims are based on anecdote and folklore. Only consider substances with published research demonstrating their efficacy.I've heard that Fo-Ti can delay graying... but who knows. Maybe it's worth a shot?
Grey hair is caused by a hydrogen peroxide build-up in the hair follicle. Hydrogen peroxide occurs because a reduction of an enzyme (catalase) that breaks apart hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen. Hair follicles cannot repair the hydrogen peroxide damage, which is also complicated by an enzyme being disrupted that leads to melanin production in hair follicles.
To halt or reverse graying hair, I would recommend investigating compounds that boost catalase in the skin:
Link: Antioxidant Health Effects of Aged Garlic Extract
"Aged Garlic Extract exerts antioxidant action by scavenging ROS, enhancing the cellular antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase, catalase and glutathione peroxidase, and increasing glutathione in the cells."
Link: Induction of superoxide dismutase and catalase activity in differentrat tissues and protection from UVB irradiation after topicalapplication of Ginkgo biloba extracts
"Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) prepared from the leaves of Ginkgo biloba with 50% diluted alcohol was found to locally induce superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) enzyme activity in epidermis after topical application, and also to systematically increase the activity of both enzymes in the liver, heart and kidney of Sprague Dawley rats."
The Ginko extract seems promising as it was actually tested on the skin of living creatures. You might buy the paper, reconstruct the alcohol solution, and apply it to part of your scalp. Make sure to take before / after pictures.
If I was graying, as I am sure I will someday, I would certainly try it.
n25philly 17 Dec 2009
niner 17 Dec 2009
It would probably work better to start before you go gray, although that would have to be balanced against the hassle, cost, and side effects of the treatment.If I was graying, as I am sure I will someday, I would certainly try it.
CerebralCortex 18 Dec 2009
Myka 18 Dec 2009
I have been graying since my late 20's, and being a female there is nothing sexy about it!
If i thought a girl was hot and healthy grey hair would not make any difference ;-)
It's a bit weird i myself don't ever want to be grey but i know i probably will at some point, but also would not be put off by a hot chick with grey hair
That is nice to know. I guess I need to start working on my hotness factor!
Skötkonung 18 Dec 2009
Gray hair is predominantly associated with genetic predisposition, and perhaps to a lesser extent, lifestyle. Since catalase is an endogenous antioxidant, and phenolic compounds are known to boost (or modify) the production of catalase, a lifestyle high in fresh fruits, vegetables, and green tea might go far in reducing the onset of gray hair. Ultimately, even this will be insufficient to offset genetic predisposition or stop graying completely. You are going to need pharmacological intervention.Hey Skotkonung thanks for the info I look forward to reading through it. Another thing I've noticed is that my skin especially my hands, face and scalp are usually quite dry. Does anybody here think there is a correlation between dry skin and grey hair in the sense that the epidermis is frequently in a state of stress? Also what could I supplement my diet with to reduce skin dryness?
The dry skin could be caused by a number of things, like dietary allergic reactions, lack of humidity, or even a nutrient deficiency. You could handle that issue by increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables, applying moisturizer several times a day, avoiding environments with a lack of humidity or use a humidifier. If you have recently added something new to your diet or skin care regimen, it could be causing you to have dry skin.
Skötkonung 18 Dec 2009
Yeah, we don't even know if the treatment would work. That's why I asked for photos. It would be awesome to see someone try it and document it thoroughly. I think a new delivery method would be needed ultimately, because alcohol can be absorbed through the skin.Applied to a large enough reason and you could end up drunk. That happened to me once when handling rubbing alcohol.It would probably work better to start before you go gray, although that would have to be balanced against the hassle, cost, and side effects of the treatment.If I was graying, as I am sure I will someday, I would certainly try it.