Did you ever think Onion juice could be a possible remedy for grey hair??? The first on my list of to-try remedies is the ONION JUICE.
Onions are a very good source of Biotin. They are also a good source of Managanese, Vitamin B6, Copper, Vitamin C, dietary fiber, Phosphorus, Potassium, Folate and Vitamin B1.
Where I used to buy 1 or 2 kgs of onions per week, I have moved on to buying a 10 kg sack of onions as my experiment continues. My family members are again putting up with my trials. Even though it has a very strong smell, I have proved to my sons the benefit it has in treating acne.
Treating ACNE
Onions are rich in Sulphur and Sulphur is a great remedy for treating infections. During my quest for home remedies for acne, this was the finest discovery. From then on, my sons haven't used any topical creams. They steam their face once a week and apply a paste of baking soda and water. Once it is dry, the rinse it off. Every night, without fail, they have got into the habit of applying onion juice on their face. Wish I knew this while I was a teenager!!!
Hair Structure
Our hair grows from follicles in our skin. These follicles are pit-like structures that contain layers of cells that perform different functions. At the base of the follicle is the hair bulb, from which our hair actually grows.
The colour of our hair is determined by a protein called melanin. There are two types of melanin: Eumelanin colours your hair brown to black and Pheomelanin turns it yellow-blond to red. The levels of these two kinds of melanin will determine the colour and shade of your hair.
The cells in our hair follicles that create melanin are called Melanocytes. When our hair turns grey, it means the melanocytes have stopped producing melanin.
Grey hair linked to Hydrogen Peroxide build up
Grey hair, according to new findings, is caused by a massive build-up of Hydrogen peroxide due to wear and tear on hair follicles. Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is a by-product of respiration and is made in all living cells. The peroxide blocks the normal synthesis of melanin, your hair's natural pigment. All hair cells make a tiny bit of Hydrogen peroxide, but as you age, the amount increases. Essentially, you bleach your hair pigment from within, and your hair turns grey and then white. This build up was caused by a reduction of an enzyme that breaks up hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen. Our body cells also make the enzyme Catalase to remove hydrogen peroxide. When our body is low in Catalase and high in hydrogen peroxide, it disrupts the formation of Tyrosinase, another enzyme that leads to the production of melanin in hair follicles.
Onion Juice and Catalase
Onion juice is rich in the enzyme Catalase and has been used for centuries as a topical treatment and home remedy for grey hair. Research has shown that grey hair is caused by a build up of Hydrogen Peroxide and a decrease in the natural antioxidant Catalase. They also discovered that the enzyme Catalase neutralises Hydrogen peroxide and reverses grey hair. When a build up of Hydrogen Peroxide occurs at the hair follicles, it causes oxidative stress and results in greying and thinning of hair.
How to make Onion Juice
- Juicer - I have a cold-pressed juicer and it makes juicing a very fine experience. Its just a few seconds job in the juicer.
- Blender - peel and cut the onions and blend it well in a small jar if you have one. Strain the mixture to get the juice.
- Grater - Peel and cut the onions. Grate them well and squeeze them to extract the juice.
How to apply Onion Juice on Hair
Left Pic: Before Application of onion juice
Right Pic: After application of onion juice. You can see the difference in colour after the application.
Lightly massage the onion juice onto your scalp. This stimulates the hair follicles and allows for maximum absorption. Leave the onion juice on for about 30-40 minutes. By the end of 30 minutes, your feels as though they have been starched. It is absolutely normal to happen. Wash it off with a mild shampoo. I use my homemade shampoo.
Drinking Onion Juice
Many of those interested in natural remedies already kn ow that the ingestion of onion juice can prevent infection. This is because onions are well-known for their anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
We usually have a glass of fresh cold-pressed juice in the morning. Some days, I sneak an onion into the concoction. Well, my hubby and sons have gotten used to my crazy experiments and they have accepted the juices I make. The juice tastes very strong but its a matter of time when one gets used to it.
My Observation
I started applying Onion Juice on my head about 2 weeks ago. I have not been applying everyday.....guess should make it a daily practice. Patience is the key here.
This is just the start of my experiment. More to com
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