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7 vitamins and minerals whose deficiency causes hair loss


Published on 2025-03-06 00:43:18 - Indiatimes
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The article from Times of India discusses seven vitamins and minerals whose deficiencies can lead to hair loss. It highlights that deficiencies in Vitamin D can disrupt the hair growth cycle, leading to hair thinning or loss. Iron deficiency, common in conditions like anemia, can result in hair loss due to reduced oxygen supply to hair follicles. Zinc is crucial for hair tissue growth and repair, and its deficiency can cause hair shedding. Biotin (Vitamin B7) is essential for the production of keratin, a key component of hair, and its lack can lead to hair loss. Vitamin B12 deficiency affects hair growth by impairing red blood cell production, which carries oxygen to hair follicles. Vitamin C is necessary for collagen production, which supports hair structure, and its deficiency can weaken hair. Lastly, the article mentions that a lack of Vitamin A can affect hair growth, but cautions that too much can also lead to hair loss. The piece emphasizes the importance of a balanced diet to prevent these deficiencies and maintain healthy hair.

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