Signs of vitamin deficiency hair loss

[ninaross]

Hair loss has become a common issue these days. People reading my thread must have noticed that some people lose their hair more than others, which is because certain people are more susceptible to it.

Certain factors, regardless of gender, contribute to hair loss. The most common of these is vitamin deficiency. But how can you tell if your hair loss is caused by a nutrient deficiency? Here are some signs of vitamin deficiency hair loss:

1. Hair that is dry and brittle, particularly at the ends.
2. Male/female pattern baldness develops.
3. Thinning and splitting hair.
4. Hair fall that is excessive (greater than average).
5. Scanty hair on the scalp (low volume).

I would recommend eating sufficient vitamin-rich foods. Like: Vitamin D3, Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin B12, and Calcium.

Let me know your thoughts on which vitamin helps the most with hair loss.

 

[Bigmac]

Good advice.

 

[ninaross]

Thank you, Sir.

 

[mania]

Yes very nice information about the hair loss...

 

[ninaross]

Thank you, I believe that when we start losing hair, we should first try to identify the root cause of it before taking on any medications. For example, there can be many reasons like lack of a good diet, stress, or any other underlying cause. Some issues can be corrected ourselves while some require the help of a medical professional.

 

[Bicyclegirrl]

Yeah, I know what you mean. I am on supplements for Vitamin D, C, and iron. Unfortunately, I still have issues. I have heard that getting enough protein is important for your gender/age. I am suppose to get 63-75 g a day.

 

[Bicyclegirrl]

I just talked to a dermatologist that now thinks my hair loss is due to telogen effluvium, androgenic alopecia, and moderate to severe ezcema of the scalp. I wish treating hair loss was more straight forward.....

 

[ninaross]

Yeah, I know what you mean. I am on supplements for Vitamin D, C, and iron. Unfortunately, I still have issues. I have heard that getting enough protein is important for your gender/age. I am suppose to get 63-75 g a day.

Yes, eating a good diet is very important. You can eat more vegetables as they are rich in vitamins A and C. This can promote healthy skin and good circulation to the scalp—both of which are important to prevent hair loss. Eating more protein-rich foods like nuts, beans, etc is essential. You must also drink plenty of water every day which will keep your body hydrated and will prevent dryness from causing irritation around your scalp area. Also, practice holistic living to combat stress. Stress is one of the biggest culprits when it comes to hair-related problems. It is important to be consistent with this as results will come over time.

 

[ninaross]

I just talked to a dermatologist that now thinks my hair loss is due to telogen effluvium, androgenic alopecia, and moderate to severe ezcema of the scalp. I wish treating hair loss was more straight forward.....

Yes, I can understand. I know it can be frustrating to lose hair every day but it is also as well important to keep a positive mindset. Practice the above-mentioned things and still, if you feel you're not getting the desired results, reach out to a good hair doctor. Thank you.

 

[Denmarkhair]

Excellent advice! Good healthy diet is always important

 

[ned2023]

I started noticing thinning hair a couple years ago, and for me, it turned out to be mostly about low iron and vitamin D3, even though I thought I was eating pretty well. Supplements helped, but what really made a difference was actually tracking what I was taking and making adjustments every few months based on advice and blood tests. Increasing my protein and healthy fats, plus checking my B12, also helped with the hair texture and breakage.