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13 Health Reasons For Loss Of Hair Under 25

Stress, wrong diet, lack of exercise, heavy medications are some of the major health reasons for the loss of hair in adults who are less than 25. If you are witnessing a bunch of strands loosen in your hand while taking a shower or while combing, it is something to worry about.

Not many pay attention to hair loss as it is believed that hair fall is good since it regenerates new hair. However, if hair fall is uncontrollable it is advisable to visit an expert at the earliest.

FOODS THAT CAUSE HAIR LOSS

Today, stress has become a main part of our lives. We can't seem to move on without getting stressed, and in turn it slowly kills us. Though stress is one of the main health reasons for loss of hair there are other factors you need to pay attention to.

Here are 13 reasons why you're losing hair under the age of 25. Take a look at them and find a solution to the problem, before you end up with a shiny new head.

Stress

Stress

Stress is a silent killer and it is one of the main reasons for hair loss under 25. Stress triggers a type of hair loss called telogen effluvium which is very common in young adults. Pay no attention to stress and live a carefree life.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Post pregnancy most women have hair fall problems. Though this is not alarming, it is always best to keep a track on how rapid the fall is. If it still continues after 3 months it is best to visit a specialist.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A

When our body lacks vitamins there are one or two signs it shows, and one of them is hair loss. If you suddenly witness a lot of hair fall at the age of 25 try to get a vitamin test done.

You Lack Protein

You Lack Protein

Proteins play an important role in keeping our body healthy and fit. If our body lacks protein, you will be prone to drastic hair fall. Increase your protein intake to solve the problem.

Heredity

Heredity

One of the health reasons for hair loss under 25 is due to heredity. However, this is very rare and found only in 1 out of 50 people.

Blame Your Hormones

Blame Your Hormones

Imbalanced hormones play havoc in our life. Women under the age of 25 usually witness hair loss at the time of menses. It is one of the health reasons for hair loss.

Anemia

Anemia

Lack of iron can cause a lot of health problems in one's life. When you lack iron your body, it starts acting differently. Apart from hair loss, your skin will begin to look pale, weakness, headache and more.

Thyroid

Thyroid

Hypothyroid is one of the other health reasons why you're losing hair. If you witness hair fall along with muscle cramps, weight gain and other symptoms get yourself treated.

Lack Vitamin B

Lack Vitamin B

When the body lacks Vitamin B you will begin to lose hair. Vitamin B is an important element which helps to keep the body active. Vitamin B also aids in the formation of red blood cells which is why you should consume foods like eggs, vegetables, fish to keep the vitamin levels up.

Weight Loss

Weight Loss

Regular diets along with strenuous exercises do have side effects and one of them being hair fall. Though many would not believe, weight loss is one of the main reasons why you're losing hair under 25.

PCOD

PCOD

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is found in every 4 out of 10 women. Apart from irregular periods, increase of facial hair growth and weight gain, hair fall is also another symptom.

 Medications

Medications

Did you know there are medications which cause hair fall. Those who are on blood thinner tablets are usually the ones who suffer from hair loss.

Story first published: Wednesday, July 1, 2015, 14:19 [IST]
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