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  • 31/03/2021

What deficiencies cause hairloss?

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Vitamins such as Vitamin A, E, D, B12, Roboflavin, biotin and folate are important for hair growth. Micronutrients such as zinc, selenium and iron, if deficient can cause hair loss and /or greying

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Answered 04/07/2025

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