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You may have heard before that heat can damage your hair. You don't likely think about all of the ways that heat comes in contact with your hair, though. If you wake up each day and wash and blow-dry your hair, you are exposing it to excessive heat. If you use curling irons or straighteners, you are exposing your hair to heat. Perhaps you use heat treatments, especially at the salon. No matter which of these steps you are taking, it is very easy to have hair that becomes damaged.

Have you heard the saying that hair changes every seven years? If so, you are not alone. If you look back over the course of your life, you may be able to pick out more than a few styles and looks that you have had. Look closer at your actual hair, though. Has your hair changed? Is it thinner or thicker? Perhaps it is more wavy than it is curly now. You may have hair that seems to have a different texture, too. Is this really an indication that your hair changes throughout your lifetime? Let's consider a bit about the science.

Can your diet impact your hair? It most certainly can! In fact, a diet that is poor in nutritional quality is one of the biggest reasons you could be facing hair loss or thinning hair. Every person's needs are unique. In some cases, such as when you may have a genetic condition that causes hair loss, diet can help to slow the progression in many cases. In all situations, if you better control what goes into your body, you will get better results in terms of overall health and well-being. What's more, it does not have to be difficult to achieve these goals as well.

As the seasons change, it becomes important to take a closer look at the health of your hair. In fact, your hair itself may change as the temperature gets cooler. The good news is you can still have beautiful, flowing locks if you take a few steps now to protect your hair. It does not have to be difficult to have fabulous-looking hair even when the freezing temperatures and drier air impacts you. To keep your hair healthy throughout the season, it is important to take a few extra steps in your care for it now.

The seasons are changing and with that is likely to come changes in your hair. Many people struggle with seasonal hair loss. In short, this is a situation in which men and women (though it is much more common in women) lose their hair in what seems to be a larger amount. It can be overwhelming and worrisome to anyone who is experiencing this type of hair loss. If you feel like you are shedding hair when the seasons change, it may be time to do something about this. The good news is you can both cope with it (if it has already happened) and potentially prevent it from occurring.

If you are a male, you may have decided to participate in one of the most common new trends in male hairstyles. In short, man buns are hair that is pulled back into the shape of a small bun located at the top of the head. Though it may not seem like that big of a deal, and you are most definitely seeing this trend on many of today's most commonly styled men, it can be something to worry about. What should you know about man buns and what do they mean for the health of your hair?

It's one of those days. You've gotten up, have little time, are frustrated with the long list of things you have to do, and your hair looks like a mess. You've spent time on it. You've struggled in front of the mirror for as long as you can. How in the world can you face your boss not to mention the mom at soccer practice? Sometimes, you just have to let it go. You have to love yourself even if your hair isn't doing what it should. And, there are several things you shouldn't do if you hope to keep your hair health long term.

There are so many important nutrients to hair and skin health, and yet it can seem overwhelming to get the right mix. Ultimately, if you want to have beautiful hair and clear skin, you need to ensure you are getting the right amounts of nutrients to provide those cells with the ability to flourish and look amazing. The good news is you don't have to overthink the process. In fact, if you work towards improving your protein and iron intake, you'll do wonders for your skin nearly right away. Of course, everyone's needs are a bit different, but these specific nutrients are a must.

Many people, men and women, young and old, have Vitamin D deficiency. Most people do not know they have this condition, but it is very common in Western cultures. The problem stems from a lack of sunlight exposure on a daily basis. It can impact a wide range of bodily functions including hair growth and health. The good news is that it can often be fixed with improved access to this nutrient. What should you know about Vitamin D and how should you correct this problem?

Chemotherapy is one of the harshest medical treatments to the body. While it is highly effective in helping many cancer patients to overcome their condition, it is also damaging to just about any cell in your body. These combinations of medications work to kill cells in the body that are growing and multiplying in the hopes of getting rid of all cancer that's developing and potentially spreading. As a result, it often impacts growing hair. If you are struggling with the way your scalp feels or the way your hair looks after chemotherapy, now is the best time for you to take action.