Losing a handful of hair strands each day is normal, but excessive hair loss is a sign you might not be eating enough calories. Extreme shedding can be one of the first signs you are not getting proper nutrients such as protein, iron, and biotin. Our bodies prioritize and will share the nutrients they have access to with the brain, organs, and heart, first.

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