Hair thinning can feel alarming—whether you’re noticing extra strands in your brush, a widening part, or scalp areas becoming more visible. It affects both men and women and can start as early as your 20s or 30s.
The good news? Hair thinning is often reversible, especially when caught early and addressed with the right strategy.
In this article, we’ll break down:
Hair loss is usually multifactorial, meaning there’s more than one root cause. Identifying your personal triggers is the first step to lasting improvement.
This is the most common type of hair loss in both men and women and is often referred to as male or female pattern baldness. It’s hormonally driven and influenced by genetics.
High stress elevates cortisol levels, which can push hair into the shedding phase prematurely (telogen effluvium).
Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can cause hair thinning, especially around the temples and crown.
Low levels of iron, zinc, biotin, protein, or B vitamins can impair hair follicle function and growth.
PCOS, perimenopause, postpartum hormone shifts, and birth control pills can disrupt the hormonal balance needed for healthy hair.
Certain medications (like antidepressants, blood pressure drugs, or Accutane), environmental toxins, or even mold exposure can affect hair health.
Let’s dive into what you can do—starting today—to slow or reverse hair thinning and stimulate regrowth.
Before starting supplements or treatments, it’s crucial to know what’s driving your hair loss. A functional medicine provider can test for:
Personalized treatment starts with the right data.
If DHT is high, consider:
Make sure you’re getting:
Aim for 80–100g of protein per day to fuel strong hair growth.
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT), especially with red and near-infrared light, improves:
Studies show consistent red light therapy can increase hair count and thickness within 3–6 months.
PRF is a regenerative therapy made from your own blood. It delivers platelets, growth factors, and stem cells to the scalp to:
PRF offers longer-lasting, deeper healing than standard PRP.
Look for topicals that contain:
Consistency is key—give it 3–6 months of regular use.
Practice daily stress relief:
Lowering cortisol can dramatically reduce stress-induced shedding.
A healthy scalp = healthy hair. Try:
Supplements that may support thicker hair:
Always test before supplementing to avoid overcorrecting.
If you’ve tried everything and still struggle with thinning hair, the problem could be your gut.
Conditions like leaky gut, SIBO, or food sensitivities can drive inflammation and nutrient malabsorption—leading to hair loss.
A functional provider can guide you through:
Thinning hair is frustrating, but it’s often your body’s way of signaling that something deeper is out of balance—whether it’s hormones, nutrition, inflammation, or stress.
By identifying the root causes and implementing the right tools—like red light therapy, PRF, targeted nutrition, and scalp support—you can stop shedding, strengthen your hair, and restore your confidence naturally.
We offer advanced, drug-free options like Alma TED with PRF, red light therapy, and personalized hair restoration plans to help you restore thicker, healthier hair—starting at the root.
Schedule your hair consultation today and start your journey to fuller, healthier hair with confidence.