Myth or fact: Coffee may be a reason behind hair loss in women
Do you adore your morning coffee? Do you think coffee has any relation with falling hairs? Checking with certified doctors is the first thing that you need to do to be able to know the real reason for shedding hair.
People adore coffee, and sometimes even more than once a day, and it is the favorite quick pick-me-up for those who need an instant energy boost. Hence, could this favored drink, in turn, manifest more than just the extra energy glow we get when we drink it?
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High levels of caffeine intake, especially coffee consumption, may be damaging to the hair of women as it affects the adrenals and causes the adrenaline to be increased and that weakens the adrenals over time. And it is the weak adrenals that are the reason for a hair fall of women.
Caffeine has been comprehensively (or popularly) researched on its probable effects, when it is directly applied to the scalp, than when a person drinks coffee. Studies show that caffeine applied to the scalp can stimulate the hair follicles and prolong the growth phase of hair. This is addressed by the mechanism of caffeine neutralizing the effects of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which is the major contributor to hair loss. Nevertheless, these benefits are more derived from topical application rather than consuming coffee.
Application vs consumption
The difference in the caffeine absorption rate is that it can reach the hair follicle directly through the skin, and the gastrointestinal tract that would be an obstacle due to the loss of its potency. A study published in the International Journal of Dermatology says that when caffeine is applied to the skin, it can deliver more potent effects to the hair than when it is ingested which does not affect the hair follicles that much because of systemic dilution.
Potential systemic effects of excessive caffeine on hair health
Caffeine may trigger hormonal imbalances and result in overall lower nutrient absorption and since this tea exerts its effects on hair indirectly, hair growth and health may be negatively impacted. “What’s more, people normally have higher levels of cortisol in their blood as a result of coffee over-consumption. This might speed up hair follicle cycling getting into telogen phase where shedding occurs more often.”Moreover, caffeine can also affect the ability to absorb such vital minerals as iron and magnesium that aid the growth of healthy hair
Recommendations for optimal hair health regarding caffeine
Moderation and monitoring
The right level of caffeine consumption is a vital consideration especially for hair health-conscious people. Thus, it is advisable to limit caffeine intake to the recommended level daily which are 400 mg or below.
Incorporation of topical treatments
Drawing from the suggestions presented from those studies of a positive influence of topical caffeine on hair, one could examine the products which have caffeine as the key ingredient to directly stimulate the hair growth and better the hair health.
Consuming excessive amounts of caffeine, especially from coffee, may have adverse effects on women’s hair, as it “brings your adrenals to release more adrenaline which weakens the adrenal gland in the long run.”
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