Plant-Based Diets & Hair Fall: Unpacking the Evidence

• Well-planned plant-based diets can support hair health, but poorly planned ones may increase deficiency risks.
• Hair follicles require protein, iron, zinc, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, and essential fatty acids for health.
• Plant-based protein and iron sources need careful planning for adequate intake and absorption.
• Vitamin B12 supplementation is often necessary for strict vegetarians and vegans due to its natural presence in animal products.
• Hair fall can increase with low calorie, low protein, or micronutrient-poor plant-based diets; monitoring ferritin, B12, D, and thyroid is crucial.