Before seeking treatment to reverse hair loss, it is important to find out the real cause. The main reasons are as follows:
1. Nutritional Deficiency
A deficiency in vitamins and minerals necessary for hair growth can cause hair loss. Especially deficiencies in iron, zinc, vitamin B12, vitamin D, and protein weaken the hair roots.
2. Stress
When experiencing severe stress, the body enters a state called ‘Telogen Effluvium’. This causes the hair growth phase to end abruptly and causes a large amount of hair to fall out.
3. Hormonal changes
Hormonal changes that occur in women during pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause can cause hair loss. Changes in the functioning of the thyroid gland are also a major cause of this.
4. Genetics
The main cause of male/female pattern baldness in both men and women is heredity. If someone in the family has this problem, the next generation is more likely to have it.
5. Dandruff and scalp infections
Dandruff and fungal infections on the scalp damage the hair roots. This causes itching on the scalp and leads to hair loss.
6. Wrong hair care methods
Using shampoos containing strong chemicals, excessive heating of the hair (Hair straightening/Blow drying), and harsh hair dyes lose the natural strength of the hair.
3 tips to prevent hair loss:
Food: Include eggs, milk, spinach, nuts, and fish in your diet.
Oil massage: Massaging the scalp with warm coconut oil at least twice a week will increase blood flow.
Hygiene: Always keep your scalp clean and do not use other people’s combs or towels.