Healthspan on Her Terms with Dr. Sheri

·S1 E15

Why Is My Hair Falling Out After 40?

July 22
26 mins

Episode Description

The first time you notice it, it's hard to unsee.

More hair in the shower. A thinner ponytail. A part that suddenly seems wider than it used to be.

Hair loss after 40 can feel frightening, but what if it's not the problem? What if it's one of the earliest signs that something in your body has changed?

In this episode of Healthspan on Her Terms, we'll explore:

  • What "normal" hair shedding actually looks like
  • Why today's hair loss may reflect something that happened 2–4 months ago
  • How perimenopause and menopause affect the hair growth cycle
  • The role of protein, iron, thyroid health, stress, and rapid weight loss
  • When hair loss is a signal to seek medical evaluation

Hair is more than a cosmetic concern. It can be an important clue about what's happening beneath the surface.

If you're noticing more shedding, thinning, or changes in your hair, this episode will help you understand the most common reasons women lose hair after 40—and the questions worth asking before assuming it's "just aging."

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