Hair?

Hello everyone, I am having major hair problems... First, I am 2 years out this month.  I have maintained well within 5 pounds + or - 160.  I eat healthy for the most part, (I do indulge in chocolate and ice cream couple times a week) but i get at least 70- 80 grams of protein a day per my nuts instructions and I take my vitamins religiously...  So... why has my hair started falling out again?  (had it couple months post-op which I expected)  I haven't changed my eating or exersize plan too much.  I feel great and have great energy. So what gives with the large amts of hair coming out in the shower and when I brush... (much more than just summer shedding)  ANyone have any ideas?  Thank You for your replys, Jessica

Sounds like your body needs more protein. Try upping it for 3 months to over 100g per day and see if that helps. Hair falls out in 3month cycles.  So no matter what you do today, it will take 3 months to start to see a change.

When were your last blood tests done?  Might want to have them check the vitamin levels (A, B12, other Bs) and your thyroid. Stress can also cause hair loss. Good luck to you! Kathy

Do you take biotin tablets?  That might help.  I wonder if the malabsorption has caught up with you?

Hello, I took biotin tablets for the first year... I stopped because I also had biotin in my multivit and b-complex so my nut told me i didn't need the extra anymore...  After I stopped taking it I really didn't notice any hair falling out.  My last labwork was at 18 months out.. It all looked great.  Nothing at low normal either... I  have more coming up next week at my 2 year follow-up,  I am sure to ask my nut to look at my last couple months and see if I am lacking in something that could cause this.   thank you all... Oh yes... I think I will increase my protein to 100 g for a while and see if that helps jess