Low Carb Diets May Accelerate Hair Loss

A two-year study comparing the effect of low-carbohydrate versus low-fat diets in a group of obese adults has found that while both were equally effective at helping participants lose weight, the low-carbohydrate diet was more effective at increasing “good” HDL cholesterol and lowering diastolic blood pressure.

However, the study, which was published in the August 3, 2010 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine, also found that those following the low-carb diet reported more side effects, including hair loss, bad breath and constipation. After six months, 45% of the low-carb group reported hair loss, compared to only 21% of the low-fat group.

Diets that exclude certain food groups can lead to vitamin and mineral deficiencies that starve your hair follicles of nutrients, causing accelerated hair loss, and so it is advisable to consult a dietician or nutritionist before embarking on any restricted eating regime. However, there are many different causes for hair loss, and so if you have any concerns about thinning hair or patchy hair loss you would be wise to seek specialist help.

The hair specialists at the Belgravia Centre are experienced in diagnosing and treating a wide range of hair loss conditions, whether the cause of your individual problem is genetic, hormonal, diet or stress related. Our comprehensive hair loss treatment programmes are based around primary medications clinically proven to stabilise hair loss and promote regrowth, as well as various hair growth boosters. You can look at some of our hair loss success stories to see the impressive results we have achieved for so many happy customers.

The earlier you tackle hair loss the more effective treatment is likely to be, so call 020 7730 6666 to book a free consultation with one of our specialists, or send us a message with any enquiry you might have. Alternatively, if you can’t get to the London centre, complete the online diagnostic form for advice on a home-use treatment course that fits your needs, available worldwide.