How To Naturally Reverse Premature Graying of Hair

Dr. Eric Berg DC
18 Jul 202307:07

Summary

TLDRThis video discusses two key factors to prevent premature graying of hair: copper deficiency and the accumulation of hydrogen peroxide due to aging. It suggests reducing stress and consuming copper-rich foods like seafood, mushrooms, and grass-fed beef liver to boost the enzyme tyrosinase, responsible for hair pigmentation. Additionally, increasing catalase through foods like cruciferous vegetables and grass-fed liver can slow hydrogen peroxide's bleaching effect. The video also touches on the benefits of a higher fat diet for catalase production and overall hair health.

Takeaways

  • 🧓 Premature graying of hair can be prevented by addressing key factors beyond genetics, including stress and diet.
  • 🧬 Genetics and epigenetics both play roles in graying, with epigenetics allowing for interventions that can delay the process.
  • 🧪 Copper is essential for maintaining hair pigment, and deficiency in copper can lead to premature graying.
  • 🌿 High levels of cortisol from stress can deplete copper, leading to a lack of the enzyme tyrosinase needed for melanin production.
  • 🍄 Foods rich in copper, such as seafood, mushrooms, and organic grass-fed beef liver, can help maintain hair color.
  • 🧖‍♂️ Reducing stress through exercise and lifestyle changes is crucial for preventing premature graying.
  • 🧴 Hydrogen peroxide buildup in hair shafts contributes to graying; the enzyme catalase breaks it down.
  • 🥦 Foods high in catalase, like grass-fed beef liver, cruciferous vegetables, and microgreens, can reduce hydrogen peroxide buildup.
  • 🍽️ Incorporating a nutrient-dense ketogenic diet can support higher catalase levels and overall hair health.
  • 🧫 Maintaining a healthy immune system and avoiding stressors like smoking, alcohol, junk foods, and refined carbs are vital for hair health.

Q & A

  • What is the primary goal of the video?

    -The primary goal of the video is to show viewers how to prevent the premature graying of hair.

  • What role does genetics play in the graying of hair?

    -Genetics play a part in the propensity to get gray hair, but epigenetics, which are lifestyle factors, also significantly influence the onset of gray hair.

  • Why is copper important for hair coloration?

    -Copper is a trace mineral that is essential for the pigment in hair and the enzymes that allow that pigment to occur, helping to maintain natural hair color.

  • How does stress contribute to premature graying of hair?

    -High levels of stress can lead to increased cortisol, which uses up copper enzymes. This can result in a deficiency of copper, affecting the enzyme tyrosinase that is needed for melanin production and leading to premature graying.

  • What is the recommended approach to increase copper intake?

    -The recommended approach is to consume more high-copper foods, such as seafood, mushrooms, and organic grass-fed beef liver. It's advised not to take a standalone copper supplement without zinc, maintaining a 1 to 10 ratio of copper to zinc.

  • What is the role of the enzyme catalase in relation to hair graying?

    -Catalase is an enzyme that naturally breaks down hydrogen peroxide, which can cause a bleaching effect on hair. Having enough catalase can slow down this effect and help maintain hair color.

  • What foods are high in catalase?

    -Foods high in catalase include grass-fed beef liver, cruciferous vegetables, and sprouts or microgreens.

  • How can a higher fat diet potentially impact catalase levels?

    -A higher fat diet, such as the ketogenic diet, may help increase catalase levels, which can be beneficial in slowing down the aging process and maintaining hair color.

  • What is the connection between catalase and lifespan according to the research study mentioned in the script?

    -The research study on mice found that stimulating the gene for catalase led to a significant increase in lifespan, possibly due to its antioxidant properties and its role in protecting mitochondria from free radical damage.

  • What are some lifestyle changes suggested in the video to prevent premature graying of hair?

    -The video suggests reducing stress, maintaining a healthy diet with high-copper and catalase-rich foods, avoiding smoking and alcohol, and staying away from junk foods, sugars, and refined carbohydrates.

  • What is the significance of hydrogen peroxide in the aging process of hair?

    -Hydrogen peroxide accumulates in the hair shaft as one ages, causing a bleaching effect that can lead to hair losing its natural color.

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Prevent GrayingHair HealthCopper DeficiencyStress ManagementNutritional TipsCatalase EnzymeHydrogen PeroxideHealthy DietImmune SupportKetogenic DietAnti-Aging
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