Symptom 3: Hair Loss – More Than Just a Bad Hair Day
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Alopecia, or hair loss, can be distressing. However, if your locks are thinning at an alarming rate, it may be linked to iodine deficiency.
Iodine is essential for maintaining the health of your hair, as it helps regulate your hair’s growth cycle. Thyroid hormones, which rely on iodine, contribute significantly to the proliferation of hair follicles. Insufficient iodine can result in reduced thyroid hormone production, disrupting your hair’s normal growth cycle.
Initially, you might notice your hair thinning or failing to grow as long as it used to. With time, the hair loss could become more prominent, with clumps coming out during washing or brushing. This situation can cause emotional distress and undermine self-esteem.(3)
