Why does hair turn grey?

niyati — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 05:41:26 +0000

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

What are the reasons by which the hair turns grey?

niyati — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 05:34:23 +0000

Premature graying of hair is a normal occurrence in people these days. The condition can affect anyone, causing a young person to look much older than he/she actually is. The reasons for hair turning grey range from hereditary or genetic factors, wherein grey hair are passed down to the next generation to an unhealthy and incomplete diet that lacks essential nutrients like copper, iodine, iron, vitamin B12. Stress and anxiety also contribute significantly towards premature graying of hair. To know more reasons check Premature Greying of hair.

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Why does hair turn grey?

What are the reasons by which the hair turns grey?