Hair loss is common in April and May, and Ayurveda associates it with Pitta, while science considers it a change in the hair cycle. It can be controlled to a large extent through proper diet, oil massage, and yoga.

Reasons for hair fall in April-May

Have you noticed more hair falling out on your comb, in the bathroom, or on your pillow lately? If so, it's not just your problem. Hair loss is common during the months of April and May.

Interestingly, this change was understood by Ayurveda thousands of years ago, and modern science also agrees with this to a large extent.

Main causes of hair fall according to Ayurveda

According to the Ayurvedic text Charak Samhita, “Yat Khalitya Rompatam Cha Karoti Tat Tat Pittam.”

Meaning, aggravation of Pitta Dosha is the main reason for hair fall.

According to the Ritucharya chapter of the Ashtanga Hridayam, during the winter season (late winter), phlegm accumulates in the body. As spring and summer begin, the sun's heat melts this phlegm, and pitta begins to increase in the body.

This increased bile weakens the hair follicles, which leads to hair fall.

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What does modern science say?

Not only Ayurveda, but modern research also acknowledges this seasonal hair fall. A peer-reviewed study (on 823 women) found that the hair shedding phase, also known as the telogen phase, increases during April and May.

One reason behind this is the increasing daylight hours. Longer days and more sunlight lower the body's levels of the hormone melatonin, which affects the hair growth cycle and leads to hair loss.

It is worth noting that science relates it to hormonal and biological cycles, whereas Ayurveda sees it as a dosha imbalance.

Simple ways to prevent hair fall

Regular oil massage:
Gently massage your scalp for 10 minutes at least twice a week. This increases blood flow to the scalp and nourishes the hair roots.

Dietary control:
Excessive hair fall can also be related to diet. Spicy, fried, and salty foods aggravate bile. Instead, eat amla (Indian gooseberry) daily, which is considered a bile pacifier in Ayurveda.

Yoga and Pranayama:
Certain yoga postures in which the head is kept downwards are considered especially beneficial.

• Sarvangasana
• Shirshasana
• do the opposite
• Parvatasana
• Uttanasana

All these asanas increase blood flow to the scalp, which provides better nutrition to the hair roots.

Hair loss in April and May can be a normal phenomenon, and it's important to understand it rather than ignore it. Ayurveda and modern science explain it from different perspectives, but both agree that proper care and lifestyle can significantly control this problem.