How Fast Weight Loss Causes Hair Loss (and how to mitigate it) 6/26/2026
Rapid weight loss can cause hair loss due to a surge in free fatty acids and reduced protein intake, leading to Telogen effluvium. A safe weight loss rate is 0.5-1.2 lbs per week with adequate protein intake to mitigate hair loss.
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