What if hair loss was really a signal from your body, not just a cosmetic issue?
In this episode, I talk with VJ Hamilton, The Autoimmune Nutritionist, about overcoming alopecia areata and other forms of hair loss by addressing root causes. We dive into nutrient deficiencies, gut health, thyroid imbalances, and inflammation and how functional medicine can help hair grow back naturally.
If you’ve been told there’s no hope for hair loss, this episode will challenge that belief.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Episode Preview
02:07 – Podcast Intro
02:32 – Meet VJ Hamilton, Autoimmune Nutritionist
04:02 – VJ’s Story: Alopecia at Age 7
05:24 – Reversing Fatigue, Psoriasis, and Chronic Issues
08:55 – Hair Loss: Autoimmune vs. Other Causes
12:58 – Hair Regrowth: Healing Timeline
16:09 – Inflammation Triggers: Gut, Scalp, Whole Body
18:12 – Five Key Hair Loss Markers
25:44 – Biotin: Overrated or Essential?
27:50 – Nutrients: Selenium, Vitamin A, Genetics
31:29 – Low Stomach Acid and Absorption
33:01 – Supplements vs. Food for Hair Growth
35:05 – First Steps with Hair Loss Diagnosis
36:07 – Complex Cases: Mold, Toxins, Nervous System
39:25 – Connect with VJ Hamilton Online
40:42 – Podcast Outro
41:03 – Root Cause Healing: Final Takeaways
About VJ Hamilton:
VJ Hamilton, also known as The Autoimmunity Nutritionist, is the founder of The Autoimmune Nutrition Clinic and a Registered Nutritionist specialising in reversing hair loss, particularly alopecia areata, and other autoimmune-related conditions. With a Medical Science degree (BSc) in Biochemistry & Immunology and certification from the Institute for Functional Medicine, VJ combines scientific expertise with lived experience to deliver evidence-based, personalised therapies.
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