community Similar 5ar inhibitors to fin?
Natural vitamins like pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and ecklonia cava are discussed for their potential to lower DHT levels. They may work similarly to finasteride but are significantly weaker.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity What's the full story on whey protein (isolate), BCAA's and accelerated balding?
Whey protein and BCAAs may increase testosterone levels, potentially accelerating hair loss, but opinions vary on their impact. Some users suggest monitoring diet and hair health, while others believe the effect is minimal compared to DHT's role in balding.
community 3 Months on the protocol. Any results?
User started hair loss treatment 3 months ago using topical fin, minoxidil, RU58841, stemoxydine, and microneedling. Others noticed improvement in mid and frontal scalp areas and suggested considering oral minoxidil.
community Help interpreting pre-fin bloodwork
A 20-year-old male is unsure how to interpret his bloodwork results and whether he should take finasteride for hair loss. His bloodwork shows borderline high levels of albumin and testosterone, and high progesterone, but normal levels of other hormones.
community Workout supplement and hair loss
Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially leading to hair loss, but whey protein and BCAAs are generally considered safe for hair. Finasteride can mitigate creatine's effects on hair loss.
community Brutal shed at 5 months
User experienced significant hair regrowth with multiple treatments, but then had a brutal shedding period, losing progress. Others questioned the number of treatments used and potential side effects.
community 5α-Reductase inhibitors do not impair cognition.
The conversation concludes that finasteride, a 5α-Reductase inhibitor used for hair loss, does not impair cognition either short-term or long-term. It suggests "brain fog" is not caused by the medication.
community In three years time we'll still be in roughly the same place with regardless to treatments as we are now - and it will be the fault of all of us.
User discusses frustration with hair loss treatments and lack of progress. Emphasizes importance of measuring blood hormone levels to understand treatment effectiveness and side effects.
community Foods with sufficient procyanidin b2?
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Conversation focuses on foods with sufficient procyanidin b2, such as dark chocolate and apples, and the required dosage.
community As a follow up on u/joaopassos4444 's amazing post, short video of Sulforaphane supplements vs. broccoli sprouting. 2 brands are mentioned with the optimal dosage. Thought it would help!
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and Sulforaphane supplements. Two brands of Sulforaphane supplements, Avmacol and Prostaphane, are mentioned with optimal dosages.