New Delhi: Hair loss is unfortunately no longer a rare occurrence in the world – across age groups, it is a common cause of concern, and in several cases, nutrition, stress and genetics take the blame. But an expert recently issued a warning over the intake of energy drinks, a caffeinated beverage that is relied upon by many to get an additional boost of energy. As per experts, it is to blame for balding. According to an expert, drinking energy drinks several times in a week could render one vulnerable to the risk of balding. Earlier, these drinks were associated with heart attack, hypertension and stroke risk, but the association with loss of hair is a new one.
How do energy drinks result in loss of hair?
According to experts, some chemicals in energy drinks could trigger balding. Excess of these is a predisposing factor to the toxicity of elements like selenium and caffeine. A toxic dose of caffeine is about 3 mg/kg/g, while the daily intake must never exceed 700mcg of vitamin A and 55mcg of selenium. These two are toxic for hair when taken in excess and can contribute to alopecia areata.
Some energy drinks may even contain 113% of the daily recommended value of vitamin A and 100% of selenium. Excess of these can result in stress hormones and catecholamines spiking. Therefore, they can be called a major risk factor for metabolic disorders and even diabetes. But energy drinks are not the only ones to blame here, sugary drinks are no better. Excess sugar in such beverages can do a great deal of harm in a long run.
How do sugary drinks affect hair health?
Sugary drinks may contain fructose, glucose, corn sweeteners, corn syrup, lactose, honey, molasses, raw sugar, sucrose and malt syrup. Excess intake of these can overtime result in weight gain, obesity, type-2 diabetes, kidney problems, heart diseases, tooth decay, gout and non-alcoholic liver cirrhosis. A study published in Nutrients journal found a link between sweetened drinks, energy drinks and hair loss in men. It was also found that men aged 18-45 years were more prone to male pattern hair loss. Experts also found an association between the anxiety disorders and MPHL and SSB.
According to experts, some chemicals in energy drinks could trigger balding. Excess of these is a predisposing factor to the toxicity of elements like selenium and caffeine. A toxic dose of caffeine is about 3 mg/kg/g, while the daily intake must never exceed 700mcg of vitamin A and 55mcg of selenium. Health News Health News: Latest News from Health Care, Mental Health, Weight Loss, Disease, Nutrition, Healthcare
