Stevia against hair loss study Satire 10/29/2025
Stevia is humorously suggested as a hair loss treatment, with users considering DIY methods. Minoxidil is mentioned as the actual medication used.
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A Stevia patch with Minoxidil showed positive results for hair growth in mice. A user experienced increased hair shedding after using finasteride for 12 months and briefly using minoxidil.
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The user applied minoxidil and finasteride topically for hair regrowth, experiencing significant results but stopped finasteride due to side effects. They later added stevia to minoxidil, noticing potential improvement in hair density, particularly at the front.
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Stevia microneedles increased minoxidil absorption and hair growth in mice. The conversation humorously questions the applicability of these results to humans.
community Let's talk about the use of minoxidil 15%
Minoxidil 5% is no longer effective for the user, who is considering stronger minoxidil or oral options despite availability issues. Suggestions include trying minoxidil 15%, oral minoxidil, microneedling, and exploring other treatments like finasteride and dutasteride.
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