Many women experience some degree of hair loss, but most don’t know why it’s happening or what to do about it. Once you understand the factors that can contribute to hair health, you can take actions to support stronger, thicker locks using solutions like The Nue Co.’s GROWTH COLLECTION.* Made up of an ingestible supplement and a topical aid, GROWTH COLLECTION is a two-step approach to total inside-out hair growth support—assisting with everything from hair shedding to hair thinning and slowed hair growth.* Nutrition and hormones often go hand in hand because proper nourishment is key to balancing hormone levels—but diet goes even further than that. Not only have nutritional deficits like iron and zinc been linked with hair loss2, but research has also shown that the gut microbiome plays a role in hair growth. The microbes in our gut help to modulate inflammatory pathways, which affects the health of hair follicles. For example, the Nue Co.’s GROWTH PHASE helps to moderate the body’s natural stress response—and thus stress-related hair loss and thinning.* The formula contains adaptogenic reishi mushroom and eleuthero root extract, which promote the body’s stress management and the leveling of cortisol levels.* GROWTH PHASE also contains all eight B vitamins, which assist in cellular energy as well as the health of our red blood cells, which carry oxygen and nutrients to the entire body including the scalp; you’ll also find vitamins C and K, which aid in hair growth and encourage thick locks.* Plus the iodine, vitamin C, and vitamin B6 in the formula help to support hormonal balance.* You can also add Nue Co.’s SUPA_THICK topical aid to your hair care regimen, which works to remove buildup and stimulate circulation to the hair follicles by gently cleansing and exfoliating the scalp. It contains a patented probiotic technology that repopulates and rebalances the scalp’s microbiome—soothing, hydrating, and protecting the scalp from environmental aggressors. Ryan is passionate about holistic health, fitness, and spiritually-centered living. She loves using her knowledge and personal experience to help others improve their well-being. When she’s not working or studying, Ryan can be found traveling to new places, snuggling her dog, or experimenting with gluten free, vegan baking.