Hair loss can be normal as people can lose around 50 to 100 hairs a day. However, it can be an uncomfortable experience and leave a mark on your confidence. Some types of hair loss are permanent and others could be triggered by different causes. Certain types of hair loss, including male and female pattern baldness, are genetic problems and can be permanent. Around eight million women in the UK experience this problem which can be harmful to their confidence, the NHS reports.
But the hair-targeting problem could also be temporary and caused by stress, weight loss, deficiencies or even food.
According to a study from 2017, the key to stimulating hair growth in men can be found in wasabi, which is a condiment offered with most Japanese takeouts and sushi restaurants.
The study suggests that the spicy horseradish paste contains high levels of a chemical that is known to awaken the papilla cells, which are responsible for hair growth in the human scalp.
However, it should be noted that the research was conducted by wasabi producers Kinin, which may be the cause of scepticism.
According to the study, the chemical isosaponarin reportedly boosts hair growth by activating the papilla cells, allowing them to respond to external stimuli, according to English-language Japanese news site SoraNews24.
For the people who have trouble eating the extremely spicy sauce, there is good news.
In order to see results, users will have to smear their balding heads with the green paste.
Previous studies have shown that Isosaponarin aids human collagen production, which is necessary for any kind of recovery.
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The research also states that store-bought wasabi is unlikely to work as they often don’t have the chemical.
For the best results, fresh wasabi is the way to go.
However, this will prove to be a challenge for many with wasabi plants selling for around $80 (about £58) per pound.
There are many studies that claim that certain foods either promote hair growth or hasten the rate of hair loss.
According to a study published in the North American Menopause Society journal, one food that could be the culprit behind hair loss in women is tuna.