Premature greying is a big concern for most women that can be influenced by factors beyond genetics. While genetics do play a role, it’s estimated that only about 30% of greying is genetic. Which is actually great news because that means that 70% of the time there IS something you can do to prevent greying. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, grey hair is viewed as a sign of internal imbalance, rather than just aging; specifically pointing to kidney and liver function as well as poor or weak blood nourishment. This is why I do not recommend topical options alone in combatting or addressing grey hair. Oxidative stress, nutrient deficiencies (particularly B vitamins, copper, and iron) and stress on the adrenal and thyroid systems can all contribute to premature greying. Remineralizing the body and supporting nutrients like copper, zinc, selenium, folate, and vitamin B12 may help support pigment production. My favorite minerals found HERE Welbell also makes an amazing supplement that contains minerals and vitamins that combat grays. You can find it HERE Providing additional nourishment to the scalp with products like Najeau scalp oil may also be beneficial. I would incorporate a nourishing copper peptide which is going to give minerals and nutrients back to the scalp, preventing oxidative stress. Find the spray HERE Key supplements often recommended include Reishi Supreme found HERE, black cumin oil. I would also add black cumin oil to the scalp topically as well as taking it internally. My favorite is by VerVita. Black Cumin Oil is incredibly nutrient dense and it is also an amazing blood builder. Nutrient-dense foods such as grass-fed beef liver, spirulina, oysters, pumpkin seeds, and pearl powder may also support healthy hair pigmentation. My favorite pearl powder found HERE Black Sesame Seeds offer amazing support in reversing grey hair as well as stopping more from coming. Check out this video by Dr Felice Chan on how to use Black Sesame to reverse greying and prevent hair loss HERE I often sprinkle Black Sesame on my food whenever possible, and steep them to make a tea.
