Hair loss could be caused by diet
Unbalanced Diets May Lead To Hair Loss
Dieters Need To Be Conscious Of Food Intake
There’s a warning for dieters: As you try to shed those pounds, beware of shedding something else, too.
It’s hard to believe, but just last year Annick Alexander was 100 lbs. heavier. As she thinned out, so did her hair.
"Every time I was taking a shower or brushing my hair, I would pay close attention to if I would, you know, lose any hair," she said.
Dermatologists say they’re seeing more and more dieters with thinning tresses, whether they’ve lost nine pounds or 90.
Dr. Michael Reed says it’s a problem that’s hard for people to digest.
"I see patients all day long, quite hysterical, who suddenly notice or gradually notice that too much hair is coming out," the dermatologist said.
And it can happen with all kinds of diets, whether you’re trying the latest fad, are a vegetarian, restrict your carbs or load up on them.
"It can even happen when people lose weight gradually," Reed said.
Why are so many dieters losing their locks? Dr. Reed says hair is sensitive and needs nutrients like protein and iron.
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