Why does hair turn grey?

It is normal to see an aged person with grey hair, but in the present times, even young men and women complain of grey hair. Premature graying of hair makes a person look much older than his/her age. Our hair follicles contain a pigment called melanin. When the body stops producing the pigments hair start becoming colorless, turning white. It is the combination of black and white hair, which gives the look of gray color to a person’s hair. Lack of essential nutrients like copper, iodine, iron, vitamin B12 in diet. Stress and anxiety also contribute significantly towards premature graying of hair. It can also be hereditary or genetic. To know more such reasons check How to prevent Premature Greying of hair


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