You've probably heard the old saying that stress turns hair gray. But is there truth to it?
Opinions differ, yet research clarifies key points:
Genetics are the primary factor
Whether you go gray early is largely coded in your DNA. It's not something you can alter.
Stress does impact hair health
Chronic stress affects your body visibly in your hair. It can make strands duller, accentuating existing grays. For some, stress triggers hair loss, which makes grays stand out more as pigmented hairs shed.
Prioritizing relaxation benefits everyone, gray hair or not:
