Dark Hair To Red, Naturally
In some very rare cases, people can have a condition called Kwashiorkor, which is caused by protein deficiencies. Kwashiorkor causes dry skin, rashes, edema, and the phenomenon of dark hair turning red. It was first observed in 1932, with children’s hair changing color bringing attention to the condition.
Dark Hair To Red, Naturally
At Higher Risk
Some studies have found a link between having red hair and being at a higher risk of developing diseases like brain disorders, skin cancer, and Parkinson’s. Redheads are more likely to have the MC1R gene, which explains why they are also more likely to develop Parkinson’s than people with non-red hair.
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At Higher Risk