My hair was falling out in rodent sized clumps – a £1.30 supermarket buy has made it healthier than ever
A WOMAN whose hair was falling out in "rodent sized clumps", has revealed that she transformed her locks using a £1.30 supermarket buy.
Fiona Smith shared that eight years ago, her hair started to fall out in huge clumps every time she washed it.
"These were rodent sized clumps, it was not normal", she said in a video posted to her TikTok channel.
Thankfully, she has now managed to get her locks looking thick and healthy again, however, she insisted that it wasn't a hair product that helped resolve her problem.
"It's not the hair care routine, it's nutrition", she said.
Fiona, who is herself a nutritionist, said that due to modern diets, most people are depleted of vitamins and minerals.
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Since our bodies need nutrients to function healthily, it is therefore important to eat a diet consisting of lots of vitamins to keep our hair looking healthy.
Fiona said that one of the foods she eats the most is liver, as it "consists of so many vitamins and minerals that are very challenging to get in a standard diet."
She revealed that the organ meat contains B12, which is good for mental health, iron, which is great for hair, copper, which helps to balance iron, and retinol which is good for anti-ageing.
Liver is super cheap, and you can pick it up from Aldi for as little as £1.30.
"I spread it on toast, I really, really like the taste", she said.
However, she added: "If you're disgusted or intimidated by liver, you can also do supplements."
Fiona said that she also loves sardines, as they are another great source of iron.
She also eats oysters twice a week, which contain zinc, a vitamin which is essential for hair growth and maintenance.
Fiona also eats eggs a whopping three to five times a day.
"It might sound crazy, but they're a fantastic source of choline for your brain, iron for your hair and B12 for your mental health", she said.
Hair Loss 101
Why Does Hair Loss Happen?
Hair loss can be influenced by so many factors, from genetics and hormone changes to lifestyle choices.
Stress, diet, and even hair care habits can all impact hair strength.
It's perfectly normal to lose some hair each day, but sometimes the body can shed more than usual, responding to things like hormonal shifts or even life stressors.
Why It Happens More This Time of Year
Have you ever noticed your hair seems to shed more in autumn? That’s seasonal shedding!
During summer, we hold onto extra hair to protect our scalp from the sun.
As the weather cools, it’s like our body recalibrates and lets go of those extra strands.
Dry, cooler air can also make hair more brittle, making it easier to lose a little extra volume during these months.
Hacks and Affordable Buys to Treat Hair loss
The great news? You don’t need to spend a fortune on pricey treatments to support your hair.
Try daily scalp massages—they’re so simple but really help boost blood flow to the follicles.
Castor oil is another fantastic, budget-friendly option that’s rich in nutrients to strengthen your strands.
Adding a bit more protein to your diet and a biotin supplement can also work wonders for overall hair health.
Products to Avoid
Steer clear of products with high levels of alcohol, sulphates, and parabens - they can be drying and damage hair over time.
Heat styling and chemical treatments can also cause breakage, so try to use them sparingly.
Instead, look for gentle, hydrating formulas to support your scalp and keep hair healthier through the seasons.
Fiona's () video, has likely left many people impressed, as it has racked up over 71,000 views on the video sharing platform.
TikTok users raced to the video's comments section to share their thoughts.
One person said: "I’m taking iron, zinc, vitamin c, GLA, DHA, b vitamins, cod liver oil, magnesium.
"Eating high protein, veggies, healthy fats and also using minoxidil. And it’s working."
A second person said: "Thank you so much! Such an informative video.
"Thank you for sharing your personal experience."
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A third person added: "Thank you for posting these videos.
"You’re so informative and relay such great information for health."