India, Jan. 19 -- Ever freaked out after seeing clumps of hair in your hairbrush or drain? It can be shocking to see so many strands, but losing hair isn't always a warning sign. Sometimes, shedding is completely normal. But it is also critical to understand whether it is everyday shedding or actual hair loss.ALSO READ: Mumbai dermatologist explains why hair fall and breakage increase in winter; shares simple tips to protect your tresses

HT Lifestyle reached out to Dr Gaurav Garg, consultant dermatologist, hair transplant surgeon and dermato-surgeon, founder and director of Dermalife Skin and Hair Clinic at New Delhi, who helped with the distinction better. He revealed a 100-strand rule to better explain the concept of normal shedding. ...