Relationship Between Trace Elements and Premature Hair Graying

The study investigated the relationship between trace elements and premature hair graying (PHG) by evaluating serum levels of iron, copper, and calcium in 60 patients with PHG compared to 30 healthy controls. Results showed that patients with PHG had reduced levels of these trace elements, and there was a significant negative correlation between the severity of PHG and serum iron and calcium levels. The findings suggested that premature graying might indicate a deficiency in essential nutrients and minerals, and supplementation could potentially reverse or prevent further graying. However, further research was needed to understand the underlying mechanisms.