Numerous studies have connected insulin resistance and hair loss. In fact, according to Hairloss-Research.org,studies have conclusively shown that men with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) have high levels of insulin in their bloodstreams. Studies have shown high correlations between insulin resistance and hair loss in women as well.

Insulin is the hormone which is responsible for delivering blood glucose, or blood sugar, into the cells. Once in the cells it is converted into energy. When cells are faced with taking in too much glucose too often, they begin to shut off receptors and ignore insulin. When the cells resist the insulin (insulin resistance) the blood sugar remains in the blood stream, causing harm to the body overtime.

High blood sugar levels result in high cortisol levels, free radicals, and inflammation, all of which have been linked to hair loss. Since eating healthily and exercising helps to resolve insulin resistance, lifestyle changes …