What causes hair loss in elderly women?

I totally get it, seeing our mothers or grandmothers lose their hair can be really heart-wrenching for them and us. It is often a natural part of aging and hormonal shifts after menopause. Just being supportive and keeping them happy matters a lot.

Please don't just dismiss it as 'old age thinning'. My mother had severe hair loss which we ignored, only to find out later she had a major thyroid deficiency and low hemoglobin. Get a proper geriatric checkup done soon.

At this age, many elderly ladies don't eat enough protein or find it hard to digest. Try giving them soft, easy-to-eat foods like dalia, paneer, and curd. A simple blood test for vitamins D and B12 is also very practical to do.

It is mainly caused by post-menopausal hormonal changes and age-related nutritional deficiencies. A doctor can prescribe safe supplements.

Often our grannies lose their appetite and stop eating properly, which directly causes hair thinning. We should pamper them with delicious, nutrient-packed traditional snacks like ragi laddoos or almond milk to keep them nourished and happy!