Poor Nutrition & Thinning Hair

Poor nutrition can lead to thinning hair. A diet that lacks proper nutrition, particularly iron and protein, can also result in thinning hair.

Function

• According to Trichology Hair Solutions, 97 percent of the hair structure is made up of protein. A healthy diet should consist of about 30 percent protein, 15 to 20 percent of that protein is used for hair and skin replacement.

Effects

• When your diet lacks an adequate amount of protein, hair will be fine and thin, causing breakage, split ends and even hair loss.

Types

• According to Trichology Hair Solutions, a diet without zinc, calcium and chromium can lead to hair thinning.

Considerations

• According to the Mayo Clinic, just having poor nourishment can lead to thinning hair. Following a "fad diet" or having an illness such as an eating disorder can result in poor nutrition and thus have effects on thinning hair.

Prevention/Solution

• To boost hair growth, make sure you drink six to eight glasses of water daily. Have a well balanced diet consisting of lots of vegetables and fruits, too.