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[@jasminevaliente96]

Oh wow I'm anemic and never had a doctor tell me low iron causes a change in hair that's probably exactly why my curls wont form anymore in areas... I need a new doctor and check up. Thanks for sharing this.

[@ActuallyAshly]

Yes, I was dealing with my hair thinning out, hair loss, and my texture change! When she said my iron deficiency can cause this I was blown away. I did tons of research and found other people who went through it. There are also other causes like Vitamin D deficiency!

[@benitabonnette6574]

Omg! Thank you so much for sharing this. I am going through the same thing. My Dr told me my iron deficiency could have something to do with my texture change and hair loss. This was really helpful. Thank You!

[@xorayne_]

I am as well and I never knew this

[@angiefigueroa5563]

Jasmine Valiente same it’s so weird on some spot of my hair curls won’t form even with curl custard or gel

[@lydia6336]

Same!!! I have iron deficiency anemia and I used long, thick, black curls and now my hair is dry, brittle, and the front wouldn’t curl so I cut my hair thinking it was heat damage. Turns out it was my anemia causing all of this and I’m not seeing a difference taking my iron vitamins but hopefully my hair gets better. At least my hair is still thick!

[@ricanbroski]

ATTENTION TO NEW VIEWERS PLEASE READ THIS: Lack of iron isn't the only deficiency that can cause an issue like this to happen, in fact VITMAMIN D is another culprit for this issue ( dizzyness, fatigue, hair loss, even texture changes) . This video inspired me to get my blood checked because the SAME EXACT THING was happening to me and I assumed my iron had to be low as well however, It turned out my iron was fine and my vitamin D level was the only thing severely low at 13ng/ml. Deep conditioning masks, other haircare products never made it go back to normal. I even did a test and let my hair grow out a bit without any styling or manipulation and it grew out horribly wonky, limp, dry, curls getting looser, ETC. Just wanted to share this to ANYBODY that's struggling with this issue.

[@AsliSufi]

I went through the SAME struggle! Avoid taking iron tablets as they cause constipation. I’ve been taking Vitamin B12 in liquid form along with the blood builder tablet (on amazon) daily! Helped increase my iron levels so quickly. Never felt better! My hair stopped falling out and my nails stopped breaking! Thank me later lol 🙌🏽

[@tamfx2138]

Which B12 do you use?

[@user-nx1qe3fg2h]

Blood builder? What’s that? Sounds dangerous lol

[@ashleighlloy7009]

Omg my hair texture has changed as well but tbh I really don't mind because I find it easier to manage

[@SxyGrl44]

I barely use heat. Haven't flat ironed my hair in like 2 years and yet it seems like my patterned changed as if I have heat damage. It's straighter now. After my kids it changed if that has anything to do with it. It's so weird. Thickness is not there any more... 💔

[@sgreen3825]

I swear I have been thinking I was crazy. Since my transfusions last August and now taking iron and vitamins regularly I am seeing a WHOLE new texture. I feel like I'm starting this journey over.

[@auroraborealis4161]

Omg I also had a blood transfusion a year ago and my hair is becoming straight I didn’t know that. I don’t feel anemic though.I will definitely give it a try. I was struggling getting my curls back by buying a lot of hair product which didn’t help.

[@vivojefe26]

Did your texture revert back to your original texture?

[@heart2heart2003]

any updates on your hair?

[@julialovesgfriend]

I’m so emotional right now I don’t even know what to say but it’s such a relief to know why I’m losing my curls! my hair was 3c when I was little but I hated it and got it straightened and stuff, and I went natural in 2016 and after so much pain and so much fight I started genuinely loving my curls in 2019/2020, and now they’re disappearing and I just felt SO defeated, so humiliated. It sounds dramatic but it was such a strong loss for me, it felt like a cruel joke but this video gave me hope !! thank you !!

[@ashbyanil2195]

I feel you. I had 3b c curls and now I'm loosing it. My curls were a major part of my identity. What do we do to bring them back or is it gone forever??😭

[@smarie4834]

@@ashbyanil2195 yes, this part. It's so much part of my identity. I'm very fair bi racial and I feel like another person. I have had to have 2 blood transfusions and 4 iron infusions I hope my texture comes back

[@NarrowPath_7]

Did you catch c19? I noticed mine has been changing after that

[@julialovesgfriend]

@@NarrowPath_7 oh my God yes I did catch it once …………

[@lostinoctober23]

I think I have iron deficiency bc I’m more tired than usual and shortness of breath when I’m walking up a low hill😬 plus my hair has been looser and edges thinner☹️

[@ActuallyAshly]

Never hurts to get a check up at the doctor to make sure you're healthy!

[@Aylaa382]

Pelé Brown have you got any treatment for it ??

[@ActuallyAshly]

WOW! Thank you everyone for all the love and support! I was so nervous to put up this video but I did because I wanted to share what Im going through and hopefully help someone who may be going through it as well. Much love xoxo

[@marshahill3473]

You are helping so many. God bless you for sharing. I specifically looked up texture change and something about your look made me choose to stop here as opposed to other videos. I do and have always struggled with low iron but now I’m going to really explore. Many thanks to you sis🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@djdanid]

girl you have no idea how much this has helped me i have the EXACT same issue and i havent been straightening and i thought it was the products as well but i am so glad i have ur input i am not eating enough to balance my body and now i know thats most likely the cause. thank you i hope my curls will come back again in time!!!

[@bernasha15]

My hair texture changed and I am iron deficient and I had no idea they were related so I will be more faithful with my iron pills! Thanks

[@healwithgolden]

OMG! I didn't know that could change the texture of your hair either ;( I'm glad you know and you can do something about it.

[@ActuallyAshly]

Yes, I couldn't figure it out so I figured going to the dr couldn't hurt

[@healwithgolden]

Actually Ashly please track your progress ❤

[@SeanaSparkleTV]

This happened to my hair too! I did research and found it could be cause from iron deficiency and started taking iron supplements now my hair is growing back in normal. I plan on making a video about my experience. I’m surprised to find this video because at the time when I was trying to find videos about the texture change I could not really find anything that seemed to be my situation.

[@peteradolfo1076]

What iron brand you take ?☺️

[@SeanaSparkleTV]

Partaní Adolfo spring valley from Walmart

[@danaitb8417]

How long did it take to see change?

[@SeanaSparkleTV]

Danait B about 4 to 5 months

[@jtwinny4105]

I think I’ll try this brand too because I’ve noticed my hair texture has changed idk it’s confusing

[@LtLMami2010]

I’m so glad you were able to get to the root of what’s been going on, as a nurse way to often I see women brush off symptoms that are the body’s way of signaling there is something wrong. I’m glad you also have a doctor that listens to her patients first instead of just writing a prescription....prayers that your health improves and your healthy hair journey continues to thrive! I truly enjoy watching your videos and you’ve given such great advice that’s helped me in my hair journey!! ❤️

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you SO much!!

[@gingersnaps997]

A lack of iron was my first thought. This also happened to another natural hair vlogger. I had this issue as well when I suffered from fibroids, and it truly affected my hair, nails, etc. So glad you checked into it. Once you begin taking the iron pills and changing your diet a little bit to include more iron, you will feel better and your hair will come back to life. :)

[@MzPink1992]

Thanks for this! My hair has been slowly getting straighter and I have 4c hair or should I say had! I have low iron too and felt awful for awhile. Looking forward to seeing your progress.

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you for sharing! I will definitely have to do updates every so often. It's been frustrating but hoping to get my curls back to what they were

[@queenperiod5418]

YESSS ME TOOO I use to have 3b/3c curls and now I have 3A

[@angelataylor4044]

I cannot thank you enough for sharing this! I am anemic and have noticed a change in my curl pattern over the years (as my iron levels decreased). My doctor told me all about my anemia, but failed to mention that it had a effect on my hair. I recently did a big chop to my hair thinking it was just because of heat damage, but after watching this video and researching myself on the topic, I now realize it was probably due to my anemia. Your hair looks amazing and I can see the difference in your hair since you started an iron healthy diet. I looked for a good vitamin that I can take for hair growth and to give me iron and found that sugarbear gummies have that. I can't wait to start the process and definitely will be documenting my journey. Thank you so much for sharing ♥

[@heart2heart2003]

hi! did your hair go back to your original texture?

[@Bluebird0323]

Same here! My hair texture changed, the fatigue was OUT OF THIS WORLD. I thought I was losing. No hair products worked on my hair. I was ready to go bald smh. I’m glad I’m not the only one. I really thought I was tripping until I went to the doctor! This video was so helpful

[@livinmabestlife]

Were you low on iron?

[@godthankyou6464]

S​​ame happening to me including breakage little pieces or big pieces. Losing hair and doctor recently told me my iron low.

[@Kerisa.Aleman]

Oh wow Ashly, glad you addressed this issue before it worsened! Thank you for sharing this and bringing awareness to iron-deficiency. Yes, we must pay close attention to our bodies, physically and emotionally. Irish Sea Moss is an EXCELLENT source for iron, and in my opinion, it's like the "mother" of all iron products. There are some cheap versions, and if you consider buying, please make sure you are getting quality and would love to see an update on your progress. Wishing you continued success and nurturing, and greater health!

[@ActuallyAshly]

It's SO important! As I get older I need to make sure I stay on track. Thank you for the suggestion going to look it up!

[@Kerisa.Aleman]

Actually Ashly Oh you're welcome, and I need to make a correction. It's "Irish sea moss." Typing too fast lol but yes please look it up and you'll have no regrets 💚

[@chalseywilder937]

bellathelady that sounds great

[@Kerisa.Aleman]

Thank you! : ))

[@redroeses1543]

Me can u help me😑😭😭😭

[@doogieRN1]

Hey Ashly, I am glad you found out what was happening with your hair! That is a relief to know than not to know. I suffer from Sickle Cell Anemia, and just realizing and coming to the conclusion I just cannot do my hair all by myself. But blessed be to Jehovah God after going back to my hair dresser today my hair is fine. Have not had my hair pressed in about 3.5 yrs, but she said it was fine, actually thicker at the root!! Still trying to figure out my hair, but I need a break and life is so busy it was nice to get pampered today. Thanks for all your videos and help!!

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you soon much for sharing!! Glad to hear that :)

[@nunuarmani]

I have sickle cell anemia too how’s your hair now

[@karenreid5000]

This happened to me last summer. My iron levels were very low and I had to cut my hair off into a tapered cut. In addition to taking iron pills and eating iron rich foods, I also purchased an old school cast iron skillet. That helped as well. You're right it is going to take some time. For me it was about six months before I began to see my hair density and curls return back to normal. Good luck.

[@Samirahsworld1]

K. Reid did your hair go back to normal now ??

[@jessshrop4607]

Yes!!!!! I went to the dr they took my blood and she sent me right to the ER. I needed a blood transfusion and they kept me for 4days. The ER dr said to me “how you are functioning” my hemoglobin was at a 4 I was in the brink of being in the ICU. I’m a single mom and always on the run! But I now take iron pills now 3times a day. And I’m working on getting my hair back to how it was. My hair is exactly like yours that’s why I subscribed to your channel! Best of luck to you and I will keep following!

[@e.delaresealston7373]

Hi Ashly, I also have an iron deficiency that’s been around almost all my life. Throughout pregnancy and the whole nine. I’m glad you found out and are able to take corrective steps in building back to good health. Good luck and I would love to hear about your progress forward. God bless love and light. Elaine

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you Elaine! xo

[@dk-hn9ul]

I'm glad that you were able to find out what's going on. I went through this last year. I had all of the symptoms that you mentioned and I too thought I was overweight and needed to get back in the gym. My iron was so low that my doctor decided to have me get three rounds of iron transfusions. Since then, I've been on supplements and have been proactively includung more iron rich foods. Over the past 6 months my numbers have been reading in the normal range (I have to get blood work monthly until my doctor is confident that my iron level is positively stable). It was very scary hearing the effects of low iron when I first got the call too, but thankfully my doctor has been very very thorough around a plan to resolve it. I'm glad you have a doctor who is on top of it.

[@heart2heart2003]

did your hair go back to the original texture? im scared i’ve lost my curls forever 💔

[@den9847]

I cut my hair recently and noticed my curly hair is growing back looser. & it def can’t be damage bc it’s all new growth literally my hair went from 3b to like 2c it’s really annoying. I don’t know what to do and this is the only video that helped. Thank you!

[@vlogblogger8954]

I have severe iron deficiency anemia (normal is between 11.1 and 15.9) My level was at 6.9 about 2 months ago. I recently got blood work done and my levels are up to 9.7, which is great but I still have a ways to go. I take 325 mg Irn pills twice daily, but since they can make me really sick (nausea, stomach pains, and diarrhea) my doctor said that I could also take a prenatal. Vitamin B-12 is also good for raising iron levels too so now I take a prenatal and multivitamins with B-12 and only take iron once a week.

[@YonkelCPrints]

Makes you you take orange juice too babe that will help. I had the same problem. I felt better and my hair looked better after taking it for 6 months .

[@ActuallyAshly]

That's been the hardest for me. Gives me heartburn! lol I heard OJ is great to with iron pills. It helps with absorption.

[@YonkelCPrints]

Actually Ashly is that a juice? Anyway I usually take iron in a syrup form I drink that with my juice. But that sucks for you hun . is it acidic then that's good. Best wishes sis.

[@lcr61182]

OJ = orange juice

[@lcr61182]

The pills and the high iron foods will help. I had an iron deficiency in my twenties and it didn't take too long to reverse those changes.

[@YonkelCPrints]

Oh lololol thank you

[@daniellenicole1980]

Yes, please track your progress on your hair journey. Also, thank you for sharing this because it will help so many others who may be dealing with the same issue and don’t n is what’s really going on. The one thing I do know concerning iron is that for women that are not yet in menopause and still menstruate, we have to make sure we’re getting enough iron. Especially since we menstruate every month and lose a lot of that iron so we have to be getting in back in our bodies. I’m so glad you got to the bottom of this, and now you can get your curls back 😊

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you so much!

[@nailahgenerette]

Omg! Thank you for reminding me why I need to go back to my doctor to have my levels checked again. I too suffered the same iron deficiency and symptoms. Vitamin D was also almost non-existent. Time to step up the health game!

[@ActuallyAshly]

YES! Health is WEALTH!

[@MaryMac04]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I have recently experienced my hair texture and density changing. I had taken a year off from heat and still nothing. I had attempted to donate blood and was told my iron was too low, but thought it was due to me being on my menstrual cycle. You've definitely prompted me to get a full blood work done with my doctor and see if I'm deficient and see what things could be going on with me as well. Please track you journey! It would be great to see your progress!!

[@ActuallyAshly]

I honestly would have never thought until I started seeing drastic changes in my hair and howI was feeling. I definitely will track! Hopefully you figure everything out! xo

[@heart2heart2003]

did your hair go back to the original texture? im scared i’ve lost my curls forever 💔

[@yaz624]

I had my son last August and I noticed my hair changed during my pregnancy and I also notice a difference now postpartum. I think we are now starting to take a turn in the right direction :) Also my iron is always low too and watching this reminds me that I really need to go back on a multi vitamin. Gotta stay healthy for myself and little man :)

[@ActuallyAshly]

Yes! I honestly set a reminder in my phone so I don't forget to take my pills!

[@BreezyBay5]

I’ve always had beautiful curly hair and never use heat on it, but the last year my hair has been disrespectful 😭 it’s starting to go straight at the root. And idk what to do 😫 I moved from New Mexico to Texas and I’m not sure if it’s the water here or since I’ve been off BC. The struggle is real. So glad you got answers!

[@Misssarahx-q8z]

any luck with your hair now ?? Going through the same thing 😭

[@rhyndawatson4173]

I have been there and yes I had hair fall and thinning, extreme fatigue, pale complexion to the point where I had wind burn on my face (it was winter) and also to put it out there for information, very pale poop. I was also prescribed iron pills and started a healthier diet, it does take time but recovery will happen. So ladies if you are having of these symptoms see your doctor, by the way I found out at my annual GYN appointment, they will also check your iron levels.

[@SilverLOve3]

I’ve been anemic for a long time and felt tired and had hair issues. When I got pregnant the doctor had me taking iron pills which I hated because they have a strange taste and made me very constipated so I stopped taking them. When the doctor noticed that my iron wasn’t getting any higher he scheduled me to get 2 iron infusions which helped me feel a lot better and I have since noticed changes in my curl pattern and growth.

[@jazzyj904]

Thank you for posting this! I have Dr. Who I can't stand because I honestly feel like she doesn't take my health seriously. She hasn't been telling me ANYTHING about my levels. I was .2% away from BEING PRE DIABETIC and she said NOTHING. This just goes to show that people need to start taking better care of themselves, Dr or not. Eat more vegetablesz drink more water, be more physically active.

[@ActuallyAshly]

Wow!! I hope you're doing okay now!! and yes!! Super important!!

[@bobbiedorsey8555]

I’m a severe anemic and this is definitely true. I had been wondering why my curls looked looser than they used to be after my iron had dropped really low and asked my doctor and she told me this. I have to take my iron pills twice a day and eat foods with really high iron. Grape juice also helps. Glad you were smart enough to see a doctor!

[@ActuallyAshly]

I wish I liked grape juice! Im already forcing myself to drink OJ. Its going to take me time to adjust to all these new foods etc lol

[@bobbiedorsey8555]

Actually Ashly lol....I don’t like it either so I drink the cranberry grape which is just as good

[@heart2heart2003]

did your hair go back to the original texture? im scared i’ve lost my curls forever 💔

[@cynthiai9040]

Track your progress. Very glad you saw the dr to find out the true cause. When I turned 40 my hair changed and that's when i decided to go natural. Thanks for being so transparent!

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@sanfran5368]

My iron stayed low because of fibroids so I elected to have them removed along with a partial hysterectomy. I had the same issues as you along with heavy periods. I now take a liquid iron and go get labs drawn once a month. It’s been 4 months and I feel so much better!

[@CVNmahdlO]

Im so glad there a videos like these. I have cried over my hair. The one thing I can say about me is, Ive always had the most beautiful hair, since I was about 2 years old. Im almost 39 now. When I was 16 I desperately wanted straight hair as I couldnt manage my thick curls. I use to relax my hair & I mean I kept that product in much longer than it said on the box before washing it out & still my hair was strong & healthy. I wasnt know for dying my hair much, only now & again Id have highlights put in. I stopped using relaxers when I hit about 20 & never used them again as I didnt need to as my hair was straightening with the irons, but anytime I got bored with the straight hair, Id go wash it & it would go back to my normal curls. I got to 29/30 & decided I wanted to rock my natural curls, no more straightening & for a while all I did was put leave in conditioner in my hair & I was good to go, maybe some moose to get my curls a little more crunchy. In 2015 I noticed my hair was thinning. I had to try cover up the bald patches & this upset me. I noticed my curls werent the same, but still curly enough. Then in 2016 I wanted a bit of a change & decided to colour & straighten my hair, but the colour didnt take to my hair. I gave up on the idea of colour but kept it straight for a few days. I got bored with it so went & washed it. As Im washing it I notice its still really straight. This isnt normal for my hair. I let it dry & still it was straight. For a few days I tried to get my curls back but they were gone. I thought I could trick my hair by getting a curling want to make curls & then the curls would remain, but within a couple of hours even those curls dropped & Id be left with frizz. I went to different salons asking for advice & they all couldnt understand because they checked my hair & said my hair was strong & healthy, no damage. One said it could be hormones or lack of vitamins. My doctor was useless. Its 2020 now & I have days were my curls are trying to come back & days were they wont. I was so frustrated & couldnt style my hair as nothing would stay so I would keep it up in this horrible bun each day, making me feel unattractive. Then I went to a hair salon to get help & they just made things worse. I got so frustrated that I ended up just straightening it because anything was better than this ugly bun. Ive been hearing many people with our hair type say its lack of iron & I believe I lack iron in my body so ive started taking vitamins including iron to see what happens. Ive also heard products with silicone in it can cause these issues with our hair, so Im looking around for shampoos that dont have it. Wish me luck in getting my curls back. I really miss them 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@heart2heart2003]

omg! that’s so sad. did your curls go back to normal?

[@CVNmahdlO]

@@heart2heart2003 No I still can't fix them after 2 years. I the hair salons are baffled also. I've been putting my hair in crochet locks for a while now. I'm either going to have my hair cut short to start over again & maybe buy a nice hair piece until it goes back as I don't like short hair on me. I already look like a 12 year old with long hair 😄🤦🏽‍♀️...or I'm going to lock my hair. The only other option is to keep it straight, but then I don't feel like myself with straight hair

[@AsistafromNJ]

Thanks for the video! We tend to get busy and neglect our health. I know I am overdo for a wellness check. I've been natural 2 years and you were one of the first you-tubers I binge watched. I still look forward to your videos. Yes pleeeeease track your progress so we can see the progress. Thanks

[@ActuallyAshly]

So true. I couldn't believe something like iron can make me feel the way it did!

[@annettereynolds1995]

I have iron deficiency anaemia and my hair has also stopped curling properly and is thinning. I do also have hypo thyroidism as well

[@mrsteebarber3188]

That is very true! Back in February, I started an 8 week session for iron IV treatment! I, too, started my natural haor journey in April 2014. Back in February, I noticed my hair was thinning too. I tell you....getting those treatments was the best thing for me, of course along with eating the correct foods high in iron!

[@redeemedbyYah777]

Yes please keep tracking your progress and keeping us posted, as I'm sure it will give some of us dealing with the same issues, hope and to stay informed.

[@ActuallyAshly]

Will do! :)

[@Jheanellieful]

Hey Ashly! My hair texture changed dramatically as well but I sincerely thought it was related to my move to Japan. Also, in the past few months since the beginning of this year up to recently I found that my energy has depleted significantly. I wondered if it was something regarding what I might not be intaking as a vegan. And then after watching your video I put everything together. It makes total sense to me now especially given the fact that when I was much younger I couldn’t absorb iron well. I forgot about that problem altogether but now it’s come full circle. Thank you for sharing and I wish for you full recovery... ❤️

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you so much! Hope you start seeing changes for the better too!

[@hinyardl]

I'm so happy I saw this post! Everything you mentioned happened to me, and my doctor just prescribed me an iron supplement. However, if I hadn't read this post, I never would have connected iron with my hair issues. Thank you so much!

[@LF_RN]

Glad you were diagnosed and on the road to recovery....looking forward to more videos from you!

[@GreenToMe2000]

I’m a boy and I noticed my curls not being as prominent. Thank you for this video. Now I understand why my hair is being stupid. 😀

[@adw1984]

WOW!! I JUST FOUND YOUR VIDEO, and this is exactly what happened to me. I am anemic, and actually had to have a blood transfusion, but had no idea, Iron deficiency was the problem. I also had and still have the same issue with the darkness around my eyes. Thank You so much for this video👍. Very informative.

[@stephanieclark5904]

I have been following you for almost a year, and I did notice a slight difference in your hair. I have a low thyroid and was severely anemic, so I know what you're going through. It took me 2 years for my hair to go back to the state I remember. I'm 42, and I will tell you that, keeping track of your Iron and folic acid, is KEY!! Also, hydrate!! H20!! Lol! Keep us posted on your progress please.

[@crimepays8358]

What test did you take for them to inform you about all this?

[@dorotheathomas2461]

Hey! Iron Def has been my issue for a very long time and it wasn't until 2006 that a new Dr finally figured out why I could sleep for 18 hrs straight, wake up and want to sleep more! It was that bad! My mom and sister are iron def also. They both had iron IV; however, it made their hair fall out. As a result, I refused to have the IV (I can't bare to have my hair fall out!). I went natural in 2007 and have noticed many changes. Thinning & curls looser (my coils were very tight). It has taken about a couple of years (yikes!) for my hair to "come back" and now I must say that my texture has changed again - my roots are wavier - I don't know if this is a ok thing or not but I do try to make sure I am as consistent as possible with my iron intake. Thank you so much for sharing and providing us all with tips, tricks, styles, and just your overall joy! We are in this together!

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you so much for sharing! yes, we are in this together!!

[@She_is_Chris]

Omg! I have a severe iron deficiency as well. I have to get iron infusion treatments via IV drip. The process can take anywhere from 2-6hrs 😩. I have been on my natural hair “curl pattern” no heat journey all of 2020. I could not figure out why my curl pattern was nice in March but here we are in October and my hair looks heat damaged! I received 2 iron treatments last month and get another round in November.. hopefully by January I’ll start to see improvements with my health and my hair. Thank you for this video!!

[@Deex819]

Have you seen improvements ?? X

[@heart2heart2003]

did your hair go back to the original texture? im scared i’ve lost my curls forever 💔

[@Sabrina-7728]

Omg i have the same hair texture like you.and I've noticed my curls are not like they used to , it's like my curls became loser and ,so yesterday i cut my hair short thinking my hair needed a cut, and i had very long hair 😓 but still my curls are way too lose.. Now i know what my problem is that's why I feel tired all the time i need iron lol ..thank you so much !

[@chernewolmarans7227]

I found out last year that I had an iron deficiency, trust me I can relate to how you feeling right now, I have since big chopped and my curls are on an insane level, also I have had amazing growth, so keep the faith and keep taking your pills, your hair will be back to its former glory and even better!! Just FYI you are such an inspiration ❤️ thank you for being so open about your experience

[@myiad.1706]

Wow! I’m so sorry this happened to you. Thank you for sharing your story with us!!!

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thanks for watching!!

[@thechoiceofnyc]

This information was a surprise I am anemic and do notice periodically my journey on my hair changing may be my body in need of more iron thank you for sharing xo

[@bbii5231]

Surprise ending! I was thinking certain medications can cause this, but never thought about iron. Thank you for this! I have issues with iron and hemoglobin, as well as being frustrated by all this added length to my hair, but loss of curl and thickness.

[@michellerabay7410]

Hey Ashley! I seen your recent videos and I am really happy for you that your curls and texture are back healthy. It makes me happy to know that you don’t straighten your hair or dye it and you truly embrace your curls. It’s a blessing to have thick curly hair. I can say I am extremely disappointed and frustrated because I’ve died my hair a lot and I am not sure if that could be the only cause but I use to have very thick hair, beautiful ringlet curls. My hair is thinner now then before, curls are almost gone… I straighten it once a year and despite that it just feels very light weight and I am concerned. I don’t have low iron so I’m not sure what could be happening…

[@chloekit4861]

I used to have a mane of tight beautiful curls it started when I went through puberty curls just started growing out of my head I embraced it & learned to manage it, now I’m 37 & my hair is HARDLY WAVY!!!!!

[@lakieshaturner2394]

Yes please track your changes. My hair has gotten thin and was shedding bad wondering if I could have an iron deficiency as well. Def going to get checked out. Thank you for this informative vid!

[@ActuallyAshly]

You're welcome!

[@kristenmcween5244]

I'm so glad I came across this video! I had no idea what was going on with my hair, but I have had problems with low iron in the past! Thanks a million!!

[@blissoliviainnes2721]

i used to have REALLY curly hair but when i got to the age of 4 my hair went wavy and now that i’m older my hair is almost straight. But i have waves and curls very slowly coming back

[@LadylaidLoves]

Thanks Ashley! I never thought that low iron could be the cause of so many issues with hair abd nails. So now that I know, I will definitely start taking my iron like I should. I would live gor you to track your progress as well as advise on products that work for this issue. Thank you again.

[@ActuallyAshly]

I definitely will track! Thank you xo

[@xKatsuKatsux]

I am so happy that I watched this video, I have a 3a/3b curly hair type and have seriously tamed the amount on heat I use on my hair. I have straightened my hair maybe 15 times in the past year and those being special event's. I am thinking about seeing a doctor because thyroid problems run in my family and I am wondering if I have a possible iron deficiency. Thank you so much for helping me find a way to figure out what is wrong with my hair

[@feliciaglover1]

Hi I Love your videos! ❤️ I’m so glad that I continued to watch your channel. Because I have low iron deficiency as well, now I haven’t had any changes in my hair texture, however, I did notice shortness of breath, and wasn’t aware that it could be due to low iron. I contributed it to other things like my heart etc. Thank You, so much I now have my answer because I had blood work done etc. and Dr.’s have told me I’m ok! But yet I was still having shortness of breath. Grateful to you, sorry for your experience, I pray God ‘s healing over you. Amen 🙏🏽

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! and appreciate you for watching and sticking around xoxo

[@KJ-ng1ot]

Yes please keep documenting your journey! I’m going through the same thing and it would definitely help! I was told I have really low iron levels too back in August and honestly haven’t been taking it seriously/taking my pills but I’ve definitely noticed a change in my curl pattern too. Going to start being more health conscious now thank you!

[@saraprice4338]

That's awesome that you have a doctor that is supportive. It's also good that you discovered your iron deficiency and are taking care of it. Take care of yourself and track your progress

[@Jeallyy]

Ashly I totally understand you, I suffer from the same iron deficiency for 10 years because of the thyroid, my body does not retain iron and I must consume it in large quantities. The last medication I am taking is indicated to pregnant women. We must be more aware of our body alert us when something is wrong, we suffer from this deficiency we have: yellowish skin, weak nails, alopecia, fatigue, constant sleep, muscle weakness among others. We are together in this and we will come out of it. Besos desde RD 😘❤️

[@ActuallyAshly]

In this together!!! xoxoxo

[@madisonmonroe1673]

So glad you're back. Really missed your videos. Hope you feel better soon. Please track your progress, would be interesting to see.

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thanks for sticking around xoxo

[@mochamommyATX]

I am so glad you are taking care of your WHOLE self and encouraging others to do the same.

[@ActuallyAshly]

It's so important! Wake up call!

[@Sisi22H]

Thank you for this video. I've been asking myself why on earth my curls have turned into waves even tho I've tried everything for the last 4 years. I have always been anemic but I never put the two together and I'm not usually consistent with taking my iron pills.... now I will be . I hope I can get my hair back to how it was.

[@jackinthe.making2948]

Glad u caught this in good time! I have hypothyroidism and low iron level count as well. hard,but knowing is the 1st step to getting well!! Once you really start noticing the positive changes that will motivate the hell out of you,lol!! Stay well!!✊🏾

[@ActuallyAshly]

It is! I really can't wait to see the changes in my body. I know it will take time!

[@ybarrett46]

I Ashley welcome back is so good to see you I hope you are well and yes I was going through the same thing with my hair I never had problems with my hair until I stop using products that had sulfate in it matter fact I was always using Pantene products in my hair it always kept my hair from being Tangled my hair is somewhat fine but I love the change to my hair it's so much easier now and I don't have to worry about tangling hair so I look forward to seeing you your such a beautiful young lady and welcome back

[@HayleyTief]

I know this is an older video, but thanks for posting it. I am iron deficient, and I also am having the EXACT hair issues. It's honestly freaking me out. I've started taking a multivitamin, but maybe I should be taking a specific iron pill? I'm going to call the doctor asap. Thanks again.

[@TeeLeeper]

Wow! I learned something new. I have a friend who has thinning hair. She ask me about it since I’m natural & do videos and I told her I wasn’t sure... definitely going to have her check this video out! Keeping you lifted in prayer and hoping you’re feeling better pretty girl! 💜

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you soooo much xo

[@TeeLeeper]

Thank you for sharing!

[@Barbie517828]

I’m glad you found out what’s going on. I’m anemic too and you have to be careful with taking iron because it can make you constipated. I know that’s kinda TMI but just a heads up.

[@t.jackson1039]

So grateful for this video. I'm experiencing the same things. My texture has completely changed for no reason. I'm not using heat so I couldn't figure what was up. I've struggled with low iron for years with no change in my hair so I wouldn't have connected the two. Ive recently stop eating meat and with the combination of that and the low iron, this could be the cause of my issues with my hair.Thanks

[@ActuallyAshly]

That definitely could be the cause!

[@greciahernandez374]

I was so worried 😩 I definitely have the fatigue and shortness of breath symptoms. Thank you for this video, it's the only helpful one out here 💗✨

[@ericaalmonte8405]

Wow, I've been noticing that my hair around the crown won't curl anymore and feels like straw. I too have an iron deficiency. Thank you for sharing. I am horrible at taking my vitamins but I am going to stick to it.

[@heart2heart2003]

did your hair go back to the original texture? im scared i’ve lost my curls forever 💔

[@sugamehoney]

I’m having the same hair issues and my dermatologist and pcp have not been helpful at all! My curls are gone my hair has thinned out in the front and my hair sheds so much😩 I’m glad I found your channel. I am going to speak up and demand an iron test. I want to just cut my hair off. Thank you for sharing! Please track your progress, I hope your hair issues get better your hair is beautiful. I’m going to a salon to get my hair cut next week but I may need to rethink it.

[@crimepays8358]

What ever happen ???

[@Luxbeautebylexi]

Thanks for sharing! Glad you found a solution!! Take care of yourself! Hope you are feeling better soon! 💕

[@NezzysPlace]

Hi there, I had the same thing happen - glad I found your video. I searched for a video to find someone with the same hair texture and problem. Exactly....OMG...thank you. I just did blood work as a general procedure but this makes sense. I can't wait to see what the results say. I thought my curls were gone forever...thank you. I love wavy....but I love curls.

[@jeniferargudo8347]

Any updates?

[@ms.jenjenshesings3021]

I would love for you to track your progress! I'm going through the same issue as well but WE BOTH will get better! Stay encouraged.

[@ActuallyAshly]

Yes we will!!!

[@allyariel1]

2 years ago I had this problem and I had iron infusions, it helps iron get into the body quicker atleast to get you levels normal

[@ActuallyAshly]

Yes, my doctor mentioned iron infusion!

[@chalseywilder937]

If you like sunflower seeds there's sunflower seed spread, tastes amazing, and has more iron. I used to eat sunflower seeds on the regular, maybe that's why I am having extra problems, my main source of iron was the sunflower seeds cause I ate them everyday. I'll get back on it

[@sassygirl7817]

I was searching why my curls have disappeared and I found that I’ve been anemic 3 months ago via blood test. Thank you for sharing

[@louzkainspo2572]

Tes please track the changes I just did my blood test I will get the results in 1 week and I also see a change in my hair texture

[@CVNmahdlO]

Thank you for this. I needed to see this video. I have veen getting so upset over the change of my hair. Loss, thinness & curls gone.

[@quinteste]

This was a great help! Never thought iron could be an issue but all the signs you stated I could relate to. Thanks for sharing!

[@ActuallyAshly]

You're welcome!

[@imgrownforreal]

Please track your progress. I am going to go and get checked becaus I am having the same issue. I used to love my corkscrews. Now my hair is lifeless, and the the corkscrews have because limp waves. Thank you for sharing!

[@ActuallyAshly]

Never hurts to get a check up! If it's not a iron deficiency it may be something else. Thyroid, Vitamin D Deficiency, and more!

[@mochamommyATX]

imgrownforreal Have you tried collagen supplements

[@imgrownforreal]

CD M I just started taking collagen about a week ago. I made an appointment to have my blood checked because I have noticed the exact symptoms Ashley has. Looked at old pictures and was shocked at how much my hair has changed.

[@heart2heart2003]

did your hair go back to the original texture? im scared i’ve lost my curls forever 💔

[@CocoJones86]

I honestly wonder if that's what's going on with me!!!! Thanks for this video....I'll have to get mine checked ASAP!!

[@SacInTheSheets]

Hey Ashly. I have low iron levels (ferritin), low blood pressure, and anemia! I went natural around 2015 and saw thinning near my left temple. I don't always take my supplements (B vitamins, iron, vitamin D), but I've noticed some new growth in that area. All around my head though, my hair is like 3 different textures. The perimeter is loose curls, tight ringlets in the kitchen, and what I call my "perfect" curls right in the center. (Kind of like a bullseye going from loose to tight inward.) I don't get a lot of volume anymore in the front/top of my head; it's all in the crown. Hope it works out for you.

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you so much for sharing!!!

[@SacInTheSheets]

You're welcome. :-)

[@KimI-ib5ji]

Wow I am so happy i saw this because for about 4 years ago my hair started to get thin and I didn't understand why because I was doing so many treatments and eating protein etc. Then last year I found out I was slightly anemic after I did a blood test, I was tired just like you but it was really bad and i was scared, so was happy to hear from my doctor what the problem was but I never linked it to my hair till now. Aside from that my hair texture is similar to yours but a few times I tried things that didn't agree with my hair texture then my friend told me to use a clarifying shampoo so I got one from Mizani and it worked honestly and that's my go too product whenever that happens. Please try it. Also it's been a year since I started taking iron tablets, eating oats, beetroot and drinking orange juice every morning. I now feel way more energised, my new routine sigh. I just feel sad I did not do this earlier in my life. Wishing you the best you will see a change soon! Xx

[@chococat178]

Please track your progress! I am glad that you found out the issue and working on your health. I have missed your videos. Glad that you are feeling better😊

[@ActuallyAshly]

Thank you so much!

[@ladiablita.]

I recently just found out I had a mild iron deficiency. I take an iron tablet almost everyday. I didn't know that could be the cause of it. I recently had got a haircut and gotten it cut the shortest its been since I was born. My curl pattern consisted of mostly 3b curls and some 3a curls. I had lots of coils and clumps in my hair but I didn't have layers and I wanted volume, so I got it cut around late December/ beginning February. I was so excited because i thought my hair would become curlier and fuller, as it was supposed to. But as soon as my stylist cut off my curls, washed it, and was styling it, even when it was wet it no longer had the same pattern and looked wavy and straight. When she diffused it my hair was straight at the roots and had really big waves, nothing like my curl type. I showed her a before picture I took and she said give it a couple of days and your curls will come back. I said ok and we left. Recently, probably mid march i started seeing my curls form a little. after i started seeing a little bit of a curl patter, two weeks later there was a stronger pattern, but still not even close to my hair. My hair has mostly 3a and a good amount of my hair is straight/wavy like 2b or 2c. It really upset me because I miss my coils and all my bouncy springy curls and I was starting to think that since the type of cut I got was a Deva cut, and everything going on with there products might've damaged my hair. Then, recently, I got blood work done because I was experiencing pains that felt like were from my heart. It turned out I have anxiety and in my blood work i have a mild iron deficiency and i'm a little anemic. When my mom told me that I did realize that I did feel dizzy a lottt and i was sleeping a lottt, I just never would've thought this would be the reason of my hair changing. 🥺🥺

[@Misssarahx-q8z]

Sorry to hear , has your hair changed back to how it was before now ?? I’m going though the same thing right now

[@heart2heart2003]

did your hair go back to the original texture? im scared i’ve lost my curls forever 💔

[@tanyawilliams138]

Ashly your back! I'm so sorry about your iron deficiency. Your hair looks marvelous and will be back to normal shortly. Just take it 1 day at a time.

[@ActuallyAshly]

I am! Thank you so much!!

[@vilmasclosett]

Oh my gosh... I have iron deficiency and my hair has also changed in the past 6 months. Ive noticed the same signs with my hair and shortness of breath.....i have been on tablets for 3 months and i feel sooo much better. I also have vitamin d deficiency so more tablets to take..hhhrrr. Try taking hair vitamins as these should also help with your hairs health and thickness x

[@crimepays8358]

How did VITD Deficiency affect you?

[@sashamelissa1223]

def track your progress not just for us viewers but for yourself as well ! sorry to hear about your iron level being so low but as long as you're doing what you're supposed to be you'll be back to on top of your a game - best of luck !

[@dorothyalleyne1960]

This just helped me so much I do have an iron deficiency but I stop taking the iron supplements because they caused me to be constipated. This totally explains why I have no energy and my hair and nails don’t look the same thank you for sharing

[@ActuallyAshly]

You're welcome! Yes, include LOTS of Fiber into your diet to help with that

[@gervetillman161]

Thanks for sharing! I’ve been having the same issue, wondering why my hair looks so damaged when I haven’t had heat in over a year (no relaxer in over 15 years). I have iron deficiency and never knew that’s what it could be. Would love to see your progress!

[@mmitchell2428]

Hi, Ashly. I have gone through it all with my hair. Initially, I had curls like yours, but my textured completely changed to tighter curls. Years ago, my hair was just shedding and thinning at an alarming rate. I went to the doctor and found out that I had thyroid issues - Hashimoto's Disease. My thyroid had gotten so large that I was having trouble even swallowing water. I had to have it removed. I also had anemia. It was severe. I've been anemic before the thyroid issues and I was taking Iron pills, changed my diet, everything. Nothing seemed to work with getting my levels normal. I'm trying to keep this short for you. It takes months of taking the thyroid meds for your levels to get in normal range. I had my thyroid removed 3 years ago and am still not quite right. Since January of this year, my hair went to its worse. My hairline is completely gone and sort of receding. It has been shedding and thinning at an alarming rate. I do not do braids or any styles that will cause tension. Unless you are experiencing hair loss, no one can ever total understand what it is like and what an impact it has on your life and self esteem. Anyway, I spoke with my doctor about this and he took me off the generic brand thyroid meds. He said some people have these extreme issues with the generics. That was around March. As I said, it takes many months to notice a difference, but the shedding is getting better. Although my hair has not grown back yet. And as for my iron, it was so bad that I had to take iron iv infusions where I went to the hospital 2x a week to get iron by iv. Each session was about 45 minutes. That was for 2 months. Then it was minimized to 1x per week. Then every other week. Until now I don't do them anymore. I am just take vitamins now.

[@mmitchell2428]

Also, I am in my 40s. You mentioned age. As you age, so does the hair. So, I have all these strikes against me as to whether I can get a healthy head of hair again. You're young. Take your vitamins. If you don't see a difference over time, explore the iv options and get it corrected before you get to the point where your hair thins too much. Keep us posted.

[@shereesalandy955]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I have noticed hair thinning in my front as well and I am now concerned. I will be seeing my dr to see if i have the deficiency as well. I absolutely love your hair and your channel and thank you for sharing!!!