India, Aug. 29 -- Matcha, a finely ground green tea powder, has been touted for its potential benefits in helping promote hair growth. Nutrition experts also claim that matcha's high antioxidant content and nutrients are helpful for weight loss and overall health. However, in a July 7 Instagram post, Michelle Ranavat, who shares beauty content online, linked daily matcha consumption with hair loss. Also read | Jawed Habib explains how to wash your hair daily as he shares hack to stop hairfall: 'Apply mustard oil to wet hair...'

In her post, she said, "My hair started falling out because I drank too much matcha. Here's why... iron absorption!!! I had no idea matcha blocks iron absorption in the body. Reduced iron can cause hair loss. I no...