When thinking about hair loss, we usually think about male pattern baldness and we forget about how common hair loss is in women as well. Of course, some degree of hair loss is healthy and unnoticeable. On average, we all lose around 50 to 100 hairs daily. However, it can be more severe than that. And that is when you need to seek help from the experts!Â
Female pattern baldness is usually hereditary, which means that it is caused by a genetically shorter hair-growing period and a longer period between the shedding and growth phases. However, age and hormones may play a part, too, as it is more common after menopause when estrogen levels reduce.
The most common cause of hair loss is a hereditary condition that happens with aging. This condition is called female-pattern baldness. The hair’s growing phase slows down. It also takes longer for new hair to begin growing. Hair follicles shrink, leading the hair that does grow to be thinner and finer. This can result in hair that easily breaks.
Many different medical conditions can cause permanent or temporary hair loss, including hormonal changes due to pregnancy, childbirth, menopause and thyroid problems.Â
Hair loss can be a side effect of certain drugs, such as those used for cancer, arthritis, depression, heart problems, and high blood pressure.
Many people experience a general thinning of hair several months after a physical or emotional shock. This type of hair loss is temporary.
- Biotin (vitamin B7) is important for cells inside your body. Low levels of it can cause hair loss, skin rashes, and brittle nails. Your levels may be low if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding or taking certain antibiotics or epilepsy drugs. You can find it in: egg yolks, whole grains and meat.
- Iron plays a vital role in our body because red blood cells need iron to carry oxygen. Low levels can cause iron deficiency anemia. Symptoms include fatigue, pale skin, and hair loss. You may be at risk for low iron if you’re a woman who gets heavy periods, you suffer from a chronic disease, you follow a strict vegetarian diet. Foods that are rich in iron are red meat, leafy greens and legumes.
- Vitamin CÂ is essential for your gut to absorb iron. Some good sources are citrus fruits, leafy greens and bell peppers.
- Vitamin D is important for bones. But did you know that low levels of it are linked to hair loss? Your skin makes vitamin D when you get sunlight, but many people can’t get enough from sun alone. You can boost your levels by eating fatty fish or drinking fortified milk.
- Zinc plays a key role in making proteins in your hair and other cells. Your body can’t make it, so you need to get it from food or supplements. Signs of low zinc levels include hair loss, poor wound healing, and a weak sense of taste or smell. You can find zinc in beans, meat, nuts and seeds.
Always remember that we are here to help answer all your questions! Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you are dealing with hair loss and don’t know what the first steps are in starting to combat the issue. Change your hair, change your life!
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