“Itna healthy khati hoon, phir bhi baal safed kyun ho rahe hain?” This is one of the most honest questions many women ask when the first white strands appear. Food matters, but grey hair does not depend on diet alone. Age, genes, stress, oxidative damage, smoking, deficiencies, thyroid health and environment can all affect when hair starts losing pigment. So, if your hair has started turning white despite a good diet, don’t blame yourself. A healthy plate supports hair quality, growth and strength. However, it cannot completely stop natural aging or override your genes. Why does hair turn white? Hair gets its color from pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. These cells make melanin, the pigment that gives hair its black, brown or other natural shade. As we age, these pigment cells slow down or reduce their activity. Eventually, new hair grows with less pigment and appears grey, silver or white. MedlinePlus, an NIH resource, explains that greying is largely determined by genes. It...
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