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Health Net: Don't Eat Raw Eggs for Hair Growth; Doctor Urges Clarification of Hair Loss Type

From Daily Star · (17m ago) English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The article discusses the potential health benefits and risks associated with consuming eggs, particularly raw eggs, for hair growth.
  • Dermatologist Ko Po-huan explains that while eggs contain essential nutrients like protein and biotin, raw egg whites contain avidin, which hinders biotin absorption.
  • He advises that for hair loss, it's crucial to identify the underlying cause, such as genetic factors (androgenetic alopecia) or nutritional deficiencies, and that cooked eggs and a balanced diet are recommended.

In a health advisory that debunks a popular myth, dermatologist Ko Po-huan of the DCDC Hair Transplant Medical Team cautions against the notion that consuming raw eggs is a magic bullet for hair growth. While eggs are indeed a rich source of protein and biotin—vital components for hair health—the method of consumption is critical, according to Dr. Ko.

If you eat this way, you might not grow hair, but you might lose it all first!

— Ko Po-huanDr. Ko Po-huan warns about the negative consequences of consuming raw eggs.

Dr. Ko explains that raw egg whites contain a substance called 'avidin,' which binds strongly to biotin, preventing its absorption by the body. This means that individuals who habitually drink raw eggs might inadvertently worsen biotin deficiency, leading to adverse effects rather than the desired hair growth. This insight is particularly relevant for those seeking natural remedies for thinning hair.

Raw egg whites contain a substance called 'avidin,' which binds to biotin like superglue, preventing the intestines from absorbing any nutrients.

— Ko Po-huanThe dermatologist explains the mechanism by which raw egg whites hinder biotin absorption.

Furthermore, the dermatologist emphasizes that hair loss is often multifactorial. Genetic predispositions, such as androgenetic alopecia, play a significant role, and no amount of dietary supplementation can overcome hormonal influences on hair follicles. Dr. Ko stresses the importance of identifying the root cause of hair loss—whether it's nutritional imbalance leading to telogen effluvium or genetic factors causing follicular miniaturization—before embarking on any treatment. He advocates for cooked eggs and a balanced diet rich in protein, iron, and zinc, alongside professional medical advice for persistent hair loss concerns.

Eggs cannot save genetic genes: If your hair loss is essentially 'androgenetic alopecia,' it is hormones (dihydrotestosterone DHT) attacking the hair follicles.

— Ko Po-huanDr. Ko Po-huan clarifies that genetic factors are a primary cause of hair loss that diet alone cannot fix.
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Originally published by Daily Star in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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