15/06/2026
Lately, hair thinning has been coming up a lot in clinic.
“I’m shedding so much hair.”
“My ponytail feels thinner.”
“My hair just isn’t what it used to be.”
For many women, these changes become more noticeable in their late 30s and 40s as hormones begin to shift. But hair health is rarely about one nutrient or one supplement, it’s often a reflection of what’s happening across the whole body.
A good place to start?
• Prioritise a nutrient-rich diet with enough protein and avoid fasting
• Check your iron and key nutrient status
• Assess your thyroid function
• Understand what’s happening with your hormones
• Support stable blood sugar
• Prioritise sleep and self care
What’s actually going on?
One thing that’s often overlooked is energy availability.
When your body doesn’t have enough energy to meet its basic needs whether from under-eating, chronic dieting, excessive exercise or prolonged stress it starts prioritising what’s essential for survival.
And unfortunately hair isn’t at the top of that list.
Hair growth is incredibly energy-intensive, and when resources are limited, it’s one of the first places the body will pull back.
If your hair is changing, don’t just ask “What supplement should I take?”
Ask “What is my body trying to tell me?”
If you’re experiencing ongoing hair thinning, working with a practitioner can help identify the underlying drivers and create a personalised plan that looks beyond the hair itself.
Because healthy hair requires a balanced body.
