Many people know excessive heat treatments, hair coloring, and certain styling products may cause hair loss. Treating your hair well is essential for its health. What we put into our bodies may also lead to thinning hair. If you’re struggling with hair loss, doing the following may be accelerating it:
Crash Diets
Though a crash diet may help you lose a few quick pounds, it does nothing to help thinning hair. Crash diets deplete the body of energy resources. The little energy the body has to work with goes to making sure the body’s essential organs are functioning correctly. This means little, or no energy is used to make hair. Instead of crash dieting, eat in moderation and make sure to eat plenty of lean proteins like fish, chicken, and beans. Since hair is mostly made of protein, it’s essential you get enough to help the body function accurately and encourage hair growth.
Birth Control
Some birth control pills contain androgens that cause hair loss for those sensitive to this hormone. If you notice your hair thinning after starting a birth control pill, consult with your doctor. There are low-androgen options available for those with sensitivities.
Medications
Certain medications can disrupt or interfere with the cycle of hair growth. Some antidepressants, statins, and blood pressure medications may cause hair to go into a resting phase and fall out prematurely. If you believe your current medications may be the cause of your thinning hair, ask your doctor about alternatives.
There are many causes for hair loss. By making sure you eat a healthy diet and know the side effects of your medications, you may be able to pinpoint the reason for your hair loss. If you are unsure why your hair is thinning, make an appointment with a hair restoration specialist.
