Support Your Hair Growth This Winter: Winter Foods High in Iron
Iron deficiency is a common underlying cause of hair loss in women. Correct iron and ferritin (stored iron) levels are essential to hair growth as they support healthy hair cell proliferation and help to keep your hair in the growing (anagen) phase. Iron deficiency anaemia, be it mild or severe, can cause your hair to enter the shedding (telogen) phase sooner than it should, leaving you with excessive hair fall and also hair that is not growing to the length that it used to.
The best sources of iron are red meats, but it can also be found in certain dark green vegetables and nuts.
Our Top 8 Winter Treats Rich in Iron
Roast Beef
Chicken liver Pate
Roast Beetroots
Honey Roasted Cashews
Steak & Kidney Pie
Dried apricots dipped in dark chocolate
Almonds
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
If you suspect you are anaemic, you can ask your doctor to check your iron and ferritin levels. However, it’s important to note that readings within the low-normal range can have a detrimental effect on hair growth as hair is a non-essential tissue. If you are deficient in iron, you can ask your doctor or trichologist to recommend a nutritional supplement and changes to your diet.
Ive had the marina coil in place for almost 6 years,Ive had no problems at all until in the last 1-2 months my hair has thinned dramaticaly all over. Ive had blood tests and and nothing majer showed except signs of a recent virus that I wasnt even aware off,ie white blood cells reduced?. Im fit and healthy and have no health issues. My hair is naturally thick,curly,long. I do straighten, and colour and cut are done by an excellent hairdresser. It was she who suggested it may be the coil. Im making an appointment with you guys but may have this coil removed in next few days.
Hi Christine, thinning hair can sometimes be caused by the marina coil and we often recommend its removal. A virus infection can also thin hair. However if you’ve noticed your hair is considerably thinner, the loss has probably been going on for longer than you realise because people have to lose at least 15% of their hair before it becomes obvious. We hope this helps. The PK Team