The main ingredient in hair is protein. Accordingly, protein deficiency in the body can be partly responsible for weakness and hair loss.
Excessive hair loss is a common problem that can affect both men and women of all ages. Hair loss occurs when the scalp and hair follicles suffer from certain changes. These conditions can be the result of a specific disease or change in the environment.
According to Step To Health, losing 90 to 100 hairs a day is normal. However, hair loss in some people is so great that it leads to thinning hair and visible thinning.
The problem is that some people ignore hair loss when it is in the early stages and do not think about why it occurs. Accordingly, finding the cause of hair loss in order to choose the appropriate treatment method is very important. Here are some common causes of hair loss.
Protein deficiency
The main ingredient in hair is protein. Accordingly, protein deficiency in the body can be partly responsible for weakness and hair loss.
When you are deficient in protein, the body tries to maintain the small remaining reserves of this substance, which leads to stunted growth and weakness in the hair.
Advice:
Consider eating the following foods to stay healthy and reduce hair loss:
- Lean meat
- Edible seeds
- Edible brains
- Dried fruits
- beans
- Avocado
- dairy products
- egg
Excessive use of chemicals:
Chemical cosmetics are commonly used to give hair a new look and even to treat dry and frizzy hair.
The problem is that many of these products contain harmful ingredients. Over time, excessive use of them causes irreversible damage to the hair and eventually leads to hair loss.
Hair dyes, hair bleaching methods, and some shampoos can cause changes in both hair and scalp.
What should be done?
As much as possible, use masks and products made from natural ingredients.
Thyroid diseases:
Hyperthyroidism as well as hypothyroidism can cause hair loss due to hormonal changes caused by the thyroid.
These diseases manifest themselves in the form of various changes in the body. If these changes are not addressed, they can have serious consequences.
What should be done?
If you suspect these changes, talk to your doctor about having a blood test to measure the effects your thyroid may have on your hormones.
Hereditary factors and hair loss:
Sometimes, hair loss is not the result of a specific disease or condition.
The bad news is that treatment is more difficult in these cases, because a genetic problem may have led to hair loss.
If this is the case, hair loss after the age of 20 can lead to worse conditions.
What should be done?
Consult a doctor to determine if the cause of hair loss is genetic and whether you have inherited such a gene and decide on the appropriate treatment to reduce it.
Anemia:
Anemia can occur as a result of iron deficiency. This mineral plays a key role in the production of red blood cells.
Anemia indicates a lack of hemoglobin in the body and, as a result, the transfer of oxygen from the cells to the body is difficult.
One of the main effects of anemia is hair loss, which if treated, hair loss will improve.
What should be done?
Increase your intake of iron-rich foods and follow the treatment recommended by a specialist.
Polycystic ovary syndrome:
For women, there are some hormonal conditions that can lead to hair loss.
Polycystic ovary syndrome is one of them that causes severe imbalance in hormonal levels. It also weakens the scalp and hair.
The person with this disease should be under the supervision of a doctor, because it can lead to infertility.
What should be done?
Talk to a doctor about hormonal imbalances.
Get the right treatment to strengthen your hair and minimize the destructive effects of this disease.
Stress:
Physical and psychological stress is one of the most common causes of hair loss. Its effects are easy to ignore, but the reactions produced by the body cause other problems that require more care.
What should be done?
Do relaxation exercises and avoid stressful environments as much as possible.
Source / Age of Iran
