Early greying of hair can be a sign of underlying nutritional deficiencies, particularly copper. Copper is essential for melanin production, the pigment responsible for hair color. A deficiency can lead to reduced melanin synthesis, resulting in premature greying. Copper deficiency can lead to other health issues, including anemia, neutropenia, myelopathy, and neuropathy. Symptoms may include fatigue, weakness, and increased infection risk due to impaired immune function. To address copper defic