India, Aug. 2 -- Hair fall subtly points to underlying health concerns, suggesting it's not just a misstep in your haircare routine but sometimes an internal physiological issue. And not all the time the trigger is a physiological condition like hormonal imbalance, it can be psychological too.

A study conducted by Traya, involving over 1.63 lakh respondents, revealed that stress is one of the major triggers for hair fall, particularly in metro cities. With stress being a major contributor, it is also a reminder of how closely mental and physical health are connected. The study further reported that in metro cities, Indian men and women experience burnout symptoms from stress first, which are then followed by hair loss.

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