Hair loss

I have read on the other message board that some people experience hair loss. Has anyone here experienced hair loss? Just wondering. Is this from lack of something in their diet or just because of the weight loss suregery (VSG)?

While I do not have a medical explanation for you I've seen posts from all surgery types about hair loss.  We all get less nutrients because we've drastically reduced our calorie intake.  However, lots of protein daily and biotin has been known to help. 

My hair loss started about four to five months out.  It was a year and a half before I could stop the extra biotin.  However, as long as I kept my protein high and took the biotin daily the hair loss was light. 

If I had to do it over again I'd start biotin from day one.  I'd also increase my protein an extra 50% above my base requirement. 

Where can I get the biotin from? Lord knows I don't want my hair to fall out. Thanks for the tip.

 You can get it from a vitamin place, Whole Foods type store or even Walmart.  

Ditto what she said.  The brand at walmart is the least expensive and just as good as the pricey stuff at whole foods.  Walgreens often has the same brand as a buy one get one special.  Biotin is water soluable so no worries about overdosing. 

Thanks.

We all are prone to some hair loss due to vitamin issues. Like the other posters said start taking biotin and take really good care of your hair. Shampoo and condition with good moisturizing products ( Mizani, Keracare, Carol's Daughter) and use a moisturizing cream or glossifying agent. Don't use excessive heat! Weight loss is just a part of this new journey. Now is the time to take care of our physical, mental and spiritual selves. Continued success on this journey! 

Thanks for the tip Astrong.