Does intermittent fasting cause hair loss?

Question

I've been trying intermittent fasting for a few months for weight management, and I've noticed a bit more hair fall than usual. A friend told me it might be linked to fasting. Could intermittent fasting actually cause hair loss?

Sneha Roy · Accepted Answer

I started 16:8 fasting last month and now my hairbrush is full of hair every single day! I am getting so stressed about going bald. Has anyone else experienced this sudden hair fall after starting fasting?

Rajesh Kumar · Answer

Don't blindly follow fitness trends from YouTube or Instagram. Fasting can cause nutritional deficiencies if not planned properly, which directly leads to hair fall. Better get your blood tests done and consult a proper dermatologist instead of trying random online solutions.

Pooja Hegde · Answer

Hey! Sometimes our body gets shocked by sudden diet changes, which can trigger temporary hair shedding. Just make sure you are eating enough protein and vitamins during your eating window! Keep smiling and don't panic. 😊

Aman Verma · Answer

Bro, the exact same thing happened to me when I rushed into 20-hour fasts. My hair started thinning fast. I realized I wasn't eating enough calories or protein during my meal window. Once I fixed my diet, the hair fall stopped.

Vikram Deshmukh · Answer

Intermittent fasting itself doesn't cause hair loss, but a sudden, drastic calorie deficit does. When you fast, make sure your meals are packed with micronutrients, zinc, and biotin. It's all about balanced nutrition, not just skipping meals.

Does intermittent fasting cause hair loss?

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Consult a dermatologist

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