Myths and truths about hair loss - Throughout the years, hair loss has been connected to certain myths that have no actual scientific basis - such as the rumor that men should avoid wearing hats if they don't want to go bald.

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Baldness - Several myths regarding hair loss and baldness have been passed through generations. Even though there's no scientific evidence to back them up, lots of people still believe them.

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Stress - Myth: the more stressed you are, the higher the chances of suffering from hair loss.

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Stress - Truth: according to Online Health, stress doesn't cause baldness but it has been connected to alopecia, a type of short-term hair loss problem.

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Hair grows stronger after a cut - Myth: the more you cut your hair, the more it grows.

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Hair grows stronger after a cut - Truth: Ralista Bozhinova, a specialist at The Belgravia Centre: Hair Loss Clinic, told BBC that shaving or cutting your hair has no direct link to baldness.

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Wearing hats - Myth: when your hair is in contact with a hat, the follicles are blocked, which weakens the hair - leading to hair loss.

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Wearing hats - Truth: according to Online Health, the only way that could happen was if the hat was worn so tight to the point it would stop the blood from reaching the follicles.

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Shampoo - Myth: bald men don't need to use shampoo or other hair products.

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Shampoo - Truth: the scalp produces its own natural oils that protect the skin, which means it's necessary to wash the head anyway.

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Sunlight - Myth: direct sunshine on the head can cause baldness.

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Sunlight - Truth: according to what hair restoration consultant Dr Edward Ball told the Express, the hair acts like a natural shield, protecting the top of the head from sunlight, so your hair won't fall.

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Grey hair - Myth: if you get gray hair than you won't be bald.

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Grey hair - Truth: Dr Bozhinova told the BBC that she has patients with both conditions, and one doesn't affect the other.

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Diet - Myth: a bad diet may be connected to 'hair health.'

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Diet - Truth: surgeon Thomy Kouremada-Zioga told the BBC that a lack of vitamin consumption may actually speed up the hair loss process, especially if one already suffers from it.

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Massaging the scalp - Myth: massaging your scalp can stimulate blood circulation, which can help prevent baldness.

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Massaging the scalp - Truth: according to Online Health, there is some truth in this myth, as massaging the scalp can actually help strengthen your hair.

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Age - Myth: baldness only happens to old people.

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Age - Truth: Online Health explains how even though it's more likely people will experience hair loss later in life, the problem can actually affect men as young as teens, as it depends on genetics.

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Hair products - Myth: gel, hair wax, and other products are linked to hair loss.

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Hair products - Truth: Dr Edward Ball explained  that some chemicals found in certain hair dying products may be connected to hair loss.

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Genes - Myth: many people believe that the hair loss genes come from the mother's side.

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Genes - Truth: Dr Ball explained to the Express that even though the X chromosome is a key gene when it comes to baldness, it is not the only deciding factor.

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Brushing - Myth: frequently brushing can lead to hair loss.

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Brushing - Truth: according to the BBC, that's actually not true. In fact, the more you brush it, preferably as carefully as possible, the healthier your hair will be.

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Blow dryer - Myth: the hair's biggest enemy is the blow dryer, as it can lead to burns and consequently hair loss.

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Blow dryer - Truth: Dr Kouremada-Zioga recommends the blow dryer to be used with care and at a low temperature so it doesn't irritate the roots.

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Cold water - Myth: washing your hair with cold water helps strengthen the roots and prevent baldness.

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Cold water - Truth: washing your hair with cold water may improve blood circulation, but it won't stop hair loss, according to the Express.

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Genetics - Among all myths, the most important thing to remember is that it all boils down to genetics.

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