Creatine / Whey Protein / Finasteride Hair Loss? Finasteride/Dutasteride 10/28/2023
A 37-year-old with a receding hairline started using finasteride and plans to add minoxidil, concerned that creatine and whey protein might accelerate hair loss. Another user suggests these supplements likely don't increase testosterone or cause hair loss, advising to monitor personal experience.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does whey protein and creatine aggravate hair loss?
The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users report hair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.
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Whey protein does not cause hair loss; concerns are likely unfounded. The user is on finasteride and minoxidil but sees no improvement, so they are phasing out these treatments while continuing to work out and use whey protein.
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Whey protein may slightly increase hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to elevated IGF-1 and testosterone levels, but the effect is minimal compared to treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Many users argue that whey protein's impact on hair loss is negligible and that maintaining a healthy lifestyle is more important.
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Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.
community Does creatine really speed up hair loss if you have male pattern baldness?
Creatine is not proven to cause hair loss, but some report increased shedding, especially with male pattern baldness. Finasteride or minoxidil are suggested to counteract potential hair loss while using creatine.
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