Newer studies have concluded that male pattern baldness may come from either parent; though the mother's side may be slightly more influential. What this means to the average male is this: look to your family.



If your father, grandfather or uncles have baldness, then you're likely to suffer from a genetic disposition for male hair loss. However, if your family members have normal hair, then you should be relieved, because your hair loss is being caused by non-genetic factors.

While many people believe that hair loss is caused by hair follicles that die, hair follicles do not die; they just become inactive. The secret to preventing any sort of baldness is to boost your body's ability to stop those hair follicles from being unproductive.

If family history suggests that hair loss is a likely scenario for you, there are some things that decrease your risk.

You can use natural products to help stop male pattern baldness. More alternative products are being used today to cure health problems, because of the cash savings and the quality results. Use these natural ingredients to stop male pattern baldness:

* Saw Palmetto: This herb is sometimes used to treat enlargement of the prostate. This is because Saw Palmetto blocks the production of DHT (a metabolite of testosterone), a contributing factor to enlarging of the prostate. Because DHT production also causes hair loss, Saw Palmetto has been shown to be effective for preventing hair loss in some men.

2. Nettle root: These natural extracts block other chemicals that contribute to hair loss, and prostate enlargement. You can combine nettle root with saw palmetto to see faster results.

Medical evidence shows that Nettle root combined with Saw palmetto can stop balding and can revive natural hair growth.

* Vitamins: Your mother told you they were good for you, but you may not know they're good for your hair too. Vitamin A is an anti-oxidant which promotes healthy production of sebum in the scalp.

Vitamin E stimulates circulation. Good blood circulation in the scalp is important in keeping hair follicles productive. The 'B' vitamins contribute to melanin, which gives hair its healthy color and also stimulates blood circulation.

In addition to these ingredients, which help stop hair loss naturally, massage is also beneficial. Massage stimulates circulation. As already noted, good circulation in the scalp keeps hair follicles active. Experts suggest a few minutes of daily head massage by hand. Circulation through massage may be improved by using a few drops of lavender or bay essential oil in an almond or sesame oil base with massage.

Don't panic when your next family reunion nets a sea of bald heads. There's hope for you. Since all of these natural remedies also have other health benefits on the body besides stimulating the scalp, there's little reason not to try them.