Losing your hair can be stressful and even scary under certain circumstances. If you’ve been noticing that you’re losing more hair than usual, you may start asking yourself what’s going on. Perhaps you’ve noticed a few more strands than usual coming out on your brush, in the same, or even clogging up the drain in the shower.
Whatever the level of hair loss is, it can be cause for concern. The good news is that hair loss happens for many different reasons, and understanding why it’s happening can help you find the right solution. Here are some common reasons why your hair might be falling out and what you can do to stop it.
Age
As we get older, our bodies start to change. We may notice a few more fine lines and wrinkles than in our younger years, and our hair may start to fall out. While generally hair loss starts around the age of late 30s, sometimes it can start as early as our 20s.
In most cases, hair loss is genetic, however, you can take certain steps to avoid hair loss, like avoiding wearing hats every day and being careful about what hair products you use. Always be careful about the intensity you have when brushing your hair, and don’t be afraid to talk to your doctor about hair loss supplements if necessary.
Stress
Stress is one of those things that is directly connected to your hair. Just like animals, humans also lose their hair when they’re under extreme stress for long periods of time. Emotional and physical stress can push your hair follicles into resting phase, causing excessive shedding.
If you’ve had a major life change or an illness, or even just a few tough months, your hair can start to fall out. It helps to practice anti-stress activities like meditation or even just trying to sleep more to help balance your lifestyle.
Poor Diet
Sometimes, your hair may be falling out because your diet simply isn’t hair-friendly. Your hair needs the proper nutrients to stay strong and healthy, and if you’re lacking key vitamins and minerals in your diet, your hair will probably thin as a result. Low iron levels in particular, are often a cause of hair loss, especially in women.
That’s why you should be taking an iron supplement in addition to your daily multi-vitamins and also ensuring that you’re eating plenty of leafy greens and lean proteins. If not for your hair health, do it for your overall health, as your diet determines everything from your immune system to your mental well-being. Prioritize healthy meals, and everything from your hair to your mood will benefit from it.
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