TLDR People with hair loss have higher risk of high blood sugar and diabetes, and lower levels of a specific hormone.
This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) have a higher risk of hyperglycemia and diabetes, and lower levels of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) than control subjects. The study suggests that lower levels of SHBG may contribute to the development of hyperglycemia or diabetes in patients with AGA, and that SHBG may play an important role in the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and analyze the underlying mechanisms.
Controlling insulin levels through intermittent fasting and a low glycemic diet may improve hair quality by reducing androgens. It's important to maintain proper nutrition, including electrolytes and protein, during fasting.
The user received hormone test results showing normal estradiol and testosterone levels, low SHBG, and normal free androgen index. They are considering starting finasteride but are concerned due to being slightly overweight.
High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.
A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.
Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be an early warning sign for type 2 diabetes due to its association with insulin resistance. Treatments discussed include testosterone therapy and finasteride, which affects hormone levels related to hair loss and insulin sensitivity.
Cutting sugar may not significantly impact hair loss, as DHT and androgen receptors are the main issues. Effective treatments include finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil, often combined with microneedling.
July 2011 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature”
People with early onset baldness (AGA) have higher blood sugar levels and lower sexhormone-bindingglobulin (SHBG) levels, suggesting SHBG could predict high blood sugar in these individuals.
