Dietary remedies for hair loss caused by chemotherapy in patients with esophageal cancer

In order to achieve satisfactory results in the treatment of esophageal cancer, patients generally need to undergo further chemotherapy after surgery to eliminate residual cancer cells. Long-term chemotherapy may cause hair loss in patients. The following are several small methods to treat hair loss. Taking them regularly can help hair growth.

Walnut Sesame Porridge

Ingredients: 200 grams of walnut kernels, 100 grams each of sesame and glutinous rice.

Preparation: Grind walnut kernels and sesame seeds into powder and set aside. Add water to the glutinous rice and cook until 70% cooked, then add the walnut kernels and sesame seeds and cook until done. Usage: Take twice a day.

Efficacy: replenishes qi and blood, strengthens the spleen and nourishes the heart. It is effective for thinning hair, accompanied by sallow complexion, poor appetite, fatigue, dizziness, palpitations

Polygonum multiflorum boiled eggs

Ingredients: 100 grams of Polygonum multiflorum, 2 raw eggs, and appropriate amounts of green onion, ginger, salt, and cooking wine.

Preparation: Wash and cut the Polygonum multiflorum into long strips and soak in water for 15 minutes. Add 2 eggs and appropriate amounts of green onions, ginger, salt, cooking wine, etc. Bring to a boil over high heat and simmer until the eggs are cooked. Take out the eggs, peel them, and cook them in the pot for 3 minutes before eating.

Usage: Eat eggs and drink soup once a day.

Efficacy: Strengthens the spleen and removes dampness. Treats hair loss caused by spleen deficiency and dampness in patients with esophageal cancer, characterized by oily and sticky head, itchy scalp, loss of appetite, abdominal distension, and diarrhea.

Hair Growth Black Beans

Ingredients: 500g black beans,

Preparation: Put black beans in a pot, add 1000 ml of water and simmer until the beans are swollen. Then take out the black beans, sprinkle a little fine salt, and store in a porcelain bottle.

Usage: Take 6 grams each time, twice a day, with warm water after meals.

Efficacy: Effective for physical weakness during illness and postpartum hair loss.