Excessive Hair Fall? 5 Reasons That No One Will Ever Tell You!

Hair fall is scary as hell but sadly we have no supreme control over it. It is a part of our lives wherein our old and damaged hair falls off for the growth of new hair. It is said that on an average a human sheds a minimum of 80 strands a day and we are not sure if that's alarming to you or not! But for us, we are shaken and we just cannot let the sight of our hair brushes and shower drains getting clogged by hair anymore.

Digging deeper for more information as to what are the possible reasons behind major hair loss, we did some research and these are the possible reasons we came with. There could be many triggering factors while some are very easy to point out like pollution, lack of hydration while there are a few that no one tells you about.

So, let's enlighten you with some of the few reasons that are never discussed!

Stress

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Agree or not, experiencing extreme stress either mentally or physically can cause major hair loss. Anxiety is one of the reasons behind shedding of hair and it also reduces the growth of new hair from the follicles. It takes almost 2-6 months for the body to revive and go back to normal like it was before the stressful period ended. Don't let stress/anxiety take over your mind and body as it may not only result in hair fall but also affect your health in the longer run. It is advised that you indulge in activities that make you feel happy and brings peace.

Genetic characteristics

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If hair fall is a problem that runs in your family, then chances are you are at risk too. It's present in your genes as female-pattern hair loss is one of the most common issues affecting almost 40% of the women by the time they reach the age of 50. However, it can be treated with the help of some medications so if you haven't visited a doctor lately then you must NOW!

Lack of nutrients in your body

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If your diet includes less quantity of nutritious food and more for junk then sorry but not sorry, you will have to bear the consequences. It is necessary that your hair gets plenty of vitamin C, zinc and proteins for the promotion of hair growth and to make them healthy and shiny. Don't forget to include eggs, nuts, tomatoes, leafy veggies, oranges, beans and sweet potatoes in your diet.

Hairstyling non-stop!

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A condition named as Traction alopecia occurs in which you start losing your hair slowly and is usually caused due to excessive hair styling that requires you to pull your hair tight. Hairstyles like high ponytails, tight braids or any sort of usage of the heating tools can also damage your hair and further weaken the hair follicles. Therefore, it is important to change your hairstyle every now and then while remembering the fact that it is normal to have bad hair days. Indulge yourself in a relaxing oil massage to stimulate hair growth.

Hormonal imbalance in the body

Hormonal imbalance can affect your body causing a lot of beauty and health issues that begin right from acne issues to abnormal weight gain as an adult. The effects of improper balance of hormones can show symptoms in any part of your body. Like, Oestrogens are responsible for keeping our hair healthy and promote hair growth. Whereas, androgens play just the opposite role which means that excess amount of androgens in your body can result in excessive hair fall.

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