Stress, poor diet and underlying medical conditions are known causes of hair loss, but a recent study suggests that some common drinks that most people consume on a daily basis can also accelerate hair loss, especially in men.
Researchers from Tsinghua University in Beijing claimed that men who drink a lot of energy drinks, fizzy drinks, sports drinks and even sugary tea and coffee are more prone to hair loss, The Independent reported.
In the study of 1,000 men aged between 18 and 45, researchers examined their eating habits and how much they consumed different drinks over a 4-month period.
The team found that those who consumed high levels of caffeine and sugary drinks every day were more than 42 percent more likely to experience hair loss compared to men who did not consume such drinks.
The study, published in the journal Nutrients, also found that those who ate more fast food and fewer vegetables also experienced faster hair loss.
“Hair follicle cells are the second fastest dividing cells in the body and require all the nutrients of a balanced, healthy diet. This includes lean proteins, good carbohydrates and fats, vitamins and minerals. Nutritional deficiencies and crash diets are a common cause of hair thinning and hair loss.”
