Lifestyle Factors That May Affect Hair Quality

When it comes to hair thinning and hair loss, there are all sorts of different contributing factors at play and the key to successfully treating the issue is to find out what the root cause is.

Genetics, for example, is one of the leading causes of hair loss, while hormonal changes can also have a big impact on hair quality and quantity. However, certain lifestyle choices can affect hair growth as well, so it’s important to rule out what the underlying cause is in order to find the most effective form of treatment.

Smoking, for example, is one of the biggest lifestyle factors that can lead to hair thinning and baldness. Keratins (protein molecules that make up the structure of our hair) can be damaged by the chemicals and carcinogens found in tobacco smoke, so if you’re worried that you’re starting to thin, cutting back or quitting entirely could work wonders for your hair.

Diet is another avenue to consider if your hair is starting to look a little lacklustre. Eating lots of salt, sugar and fat can put excess pressure on your kidneys and lead to damage, which can deplete your nutrient levels, cause hormone imbalances and have an impact on your hair.

If you’re looking to increase your intake of hair-healthy food, stock the cupboards with the likes of eggs, berries, spinach, fatty fish, nuts and seeds, and avocados. Ingredients such as these will help ensure you get all the minerals and vitamins you need to maintain a full head of hair.

Severe stress can also cause hair loss (a temporary condition known as telogen effluvium), so if you know you’ve been dealing with a lot of challenges of late it may be worth trying to take a step back if you can, or finding ways to improve your stress management skills.

Part of the problem here, however, is that hair loss itself can actually cause stress and anxiety, so you may find it gets worse once you start to notice that it’s thinning.

But the good news is that you don’t have to go it alone and there is lots of hair restoration help available out there. Get in touch with Tiffany today to see how she can help and to find out more about our forthcoming genetic testing service.