6. Hormone replacement therapy is often used during menopause to restore the proper
amount of estrogen, which will counteract the harmful effect of too much testosterone in the body. Testosterone is responsible for hormonal hair loss and thinning hair in older women and men. Natural supplements and herbs can be taken to restore natural estrogen balance using plant based estrogen. Black cohosh, sage, dong quai and ashwaganda added to the diet can restore hormonal balance and stop hair from thinning.