TLDR Most young men with early gray hair have low vitamin D but normal iron levels.
The study conducted with 100 male participants under 25 years old at the Universitas Sumatera Utara area found that 77% had decreased vitamin D levels and 91% had normal serum ferritin levels, with no significant correlation between the number of gray hairs and the levels of these nutrients. The research concluded that young adult males with premature hair graying (PHG) generally had low vitamin D levels but normal serum ferritin levels, and recommended further research with a larger sample size and inclusion of female subjects.
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January 2016 in “International journal of trichology” Young Indians with premature graying often have lower levels of certain nutrients and unhealthy lifestyles.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Kids with early graying hair often have low levels of calcium, ferritin, and vitamin D3.
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June 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair ages due to genetics and environmental factors, leading to graying and thinning, with treatments available for some conditions.
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October 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low iron levels are linked to premature graying of hair, but vitamin D levels are not.
October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” Low iron levels are linked to premature graying of hair, but vitamin D levels are not.
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January 2018 in “International journal of trichology” Genetics and nutritional deficiencies are key factors in premature graying of hair.
Good nutrition may help prevent premature hair graying.
20 citations,
January 2016 in “International journal of trichology” Young Indians with premature graying often have lower levels of certain nutrients and unhealthy lifestyles.
