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Dr Babak Ashrafi, Superdrug Online Doctor, has explained how sudden weight loss can affect your hair and skin, and what you can do about it.
Hair loss: If you've lost a lot of weight in a short space of time, you may notice that your hair isn't as thick as it used to be. "Rapid weight loss can trigger hair shedding and thinning. This occurs due to the body's response to stress, which can disrupt the hair growth cycle," Dr Ashrafi says. "As a result, individuals may experience noticeable thinning of the hair and a reduction in hair density.