Hair loss drives many men almost insane – one reason for this could be soft drinks and other sugary drinks. A study in China found this connection.
Hair loss is a big issue, especially among men. According to some studies, 80 percent of men in Germany are more or less severely affected – some even at a young age. This is mostly hereditary, but stress or deficiency symptoms can also be a reason.
Chinese researchers have identified another possible reason: hair loss could also be related to the consumption of sugary drinks. This is the result of a new study by Tsinghua University in Beijing, which was published in the journal Nutrients. The scientists conducted an online survey among 1028 Chinese men. Among other things, questions were asked about the condition of their hair and various habits.
Higher risk of hair loss with soft drink consumption
The evaluation showed a connection between hair loss in men and sugary drinks – for example cola and energy drinks, but also juices or sweetened teas. Even small amounts can therefore have a negative effect. According to the study, men who consume an average of just one sugary drink a day are 30 percent more likely to lose their hair. Young men between the ages of 13 and 27 were particularly hard hit.
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The more of these drinks were drunk, the more the risk of hair loss increased. Anyone who drinks more than three liters of sweet drinks a week has a 42 percent increased risk compared to men who do not drink it at all. However, it has not yet been clearly proven whether there is actually a causal connection between soft drinks and hair loss.
However, doing without can’t hurt – after all, the heavily sweetened drinks also have other negative effects that are well documented. Among other things, they lead to obesity and damage the teeth. Scientific studies have even linked the soft drinks to an increased general mortality risk.
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