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GlossaryNutritional Deficiencies

lack of essential nutrients causing health issues like hair loss

Nutritional deficiencies, also known as nutrient deficiencies or malnutrition, occur when the body does not get enough essential nutrients from the diet, leading to various health problems. These deficiencies can affect overall health and well-being, and specific deficiencies, such as iron, vitamin D, or biotin, can contribute to conditions like anemia, weakened immune function, and hair loss, respectively.

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community Why do people downplay vitamin deficiency when 94% of Americans are vitamin D deficient?

in Research/Science 126 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the role of vitamin deficiencies in hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It concludes that while vitamins and nutrition are important, they are not the primary solution for androgenic alopecia.

community My mum, 68. She has decided enough is enough and wants to get some hair back.

in Female 23 upvotes 1 year ago

A 68-year-old woman with iron deficiency and hypertension is considering using 5% minoxidil for hair regrowth and plans to see a dermatologist. Some suggest using wigs and focusing on health, while others recommend checking for hormone imbalances and nutritional deficiencies.

community What's the deal with Zinc and DHT?

in Chat 47 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the conflicting information about Zinc's effect on DHT and its role in hair loss. It mentions that Zinc can act as a 5AR inhibitor at high doses but may increase DHT if taken to correct a deficiency, and highlights the importance of nutritional balance for hair health.

community 20F: Should I Continue Minoxidil After ED Recovery for Hair Shedding?

in Minoxidil 199 upvotes 9 months ago

A 20-year-old female is considering whether to continue using minoxidil for hair loss after recovering from an eating disorder and iron deficiency. She is concerned about hair shedding and is advised to focus on nutrition and iron intake, with the option to taper off minoxidil gradually if she chooses to stop.

community My Experience and a Discourse on "DUPA"

in Treatment 9 upvotes 1 year ago

The user discusses their hair loss experience, exploring various hypotheses including thyroid levels, vitamin D, DHEA, nutritional deficiency, diabetes, seborrheic dermatitis, lack of nutrition to hair follicles, chronic inflammation, female pattern hair loss causes, cortisol, and prolactin levels. They are currently using finasteride, beta-sitosterol, and have tried topical dutasteride and microneedling therapy.

community Hair Remedies that Don't Work for Anybody Seeking Hair Regrowth

in Treatment 6 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.

community dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 3 years ago

Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

community B12 deficiency hairloss (hair thinning)

in Treatment 7 upvotes 8 months ago

Hair loss due to vitamin B12 deficiency is discussed, with some users suggesting supplements and dietary changes, while others recommend medications like finasteride or dutasteride. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the cause of hair loss, with some attributing it to genetics or male pattern baldness.

community I feel like people here shrug off nutritional issues too quickly. Particularly for Retrograde Alopecia.

in Chat 8 upvotes 3 years ago

The user believes Retrograde Alopecia may be linked to vitamin imbalances, specifically from taking too much Vitamin E, A, Zinc, and Selenium, and suggests it could be a middle ground between Androgenic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium. Treatments for hair loss mentioned include Androgen inhibitors and improving lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep, with topical melatonin also recommended for Retrograde Alopecia.

community Severe copper deficiency, and also zinc deficiency. Looking for testimonials.

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 5 months ago

A 36-year-old man with androgenetic alopecia suspects copper and zinc deficiencies may be accelerating hair loss and is supplementing copper to address this. He is also monitoring blood sugar levels due to previous prediabetes concerns and plans to test for insulin resistance.

community Hair loss from low ferritin (5 ng/mL) and vitamin D deficiency – how long to see regrowth?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 11 months ago

A 24-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to low ferritin and vitamin D deficiency, and is using iron supplements, vitamin D3, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo for treatment. Users suggest increasing vitamin D and iron intake for better results and recommend consulting a professional for proper dosage.

community My results & the importance of nutrition on hair health and growth. (M/30, Diffuse Thinner)

6 upvotes 6 years ago

A 30-year-old man with diffuse hair thinning shared his hair regrowth regimen, which includes increasing Vitamin D intake, taking oral castor oil, using a dermapen, and various supplements like Glycine, K2, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and a multivitamin. He also mentioned inconsistent use of Minoxidil, Peppermint Oil, Zix, and topical Castor Oil, and negative side effects from Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral.

community People who solved their Vitamin D deficiency, how much did it help with regrowth?

in Treatment 56 upvotes 1 year ago

Vitamin D supplementation can aid hair regrowth for some, but results differ. Combining vitamin D with finasteride and minoxidil often improves hair thickness, though not for everyone.

community Reminder : Biotin is useless (expect if you are really deficient, and you're not)

in Chat 104 upvotes 4 years ago

Biotin supplements are not effective for hair loss unless you are actually deficient, which is rare. Some users report improved hair quality with biotin, but there's no evidence supporting its use for hair loss in healthy individuals.

community 18M Diffuse thinning with 7ng/mL Vit D. Is it just the deficiency or is 0.5mg Fin mandatory?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 2 months ago

An 18-year-old with diffuse hair thinning is considering switching from a topical Minoxidil 10% + Finasteride 0.1% solution to Minoxidil 5% foam and oral Finasteride 0.5mg, while also addressing vitamin D deficiency and potential scalp inflammation. Users suggest using Nizoral shampoo for inflammation, considering dutasteride for better results, and maintaining vitamin D levels to protect hair follicles from DHT.

community Vitamin D does cause hair loss

in Treatment 17 upvotes 4 years ago

A user found that vitamin D deficiency was causing their hair loss and saw improvement after taking D3 supplements. Others noted that while vitamin D can affect hair, male pattern baldness usually requires treatments like finasteride.

community Low iron and hair loss connection

in Female 16 upvotes 2 years ago

A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.

community Intense hairfall, please help

2 upvotes 11 years ago

A 22-year-old experiencing intense hair loss across the scalp seeks advice, considering factors like nutrition and genetics. Suggestions include checking vitamin, mineral, and thyroid levels.

community Copper Literally Saved My Life (and My Baldness)

in Treatment 32 upvotes 1 year ago

Oral copper supplementation significantly improved hair regrowth for someone who experienced severe hair loss after stopping minoxidil, suggesting copper deficiency might hinder minoxidil's effectiveness. The user now only takes copper and occasionally uses microneedling, recommending others to try copper if minoxidil alone isn't effective.

community Hormones and hair loss (23F)

5 upvotes 9 years ago

The user is experiencing severe hair loss, possibly due to telogen effluvium, after stress, poor nutrition, and hormonal changes. They are using Nizoral and supplements but are considering hormonal treatments like spironolactone despite previous side effects.

community 21M cant stop hairloss at all +2 years on dut/fin

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 6 months ago

A 21-year-old male has been experiencing persistent hair loss despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. Suggestions include checking for hormonal issues, nutritional deficiencies, or allergies, and consulting a doctor for professional advice.

community PSA: Get your Vitamin D levels checked!

in Treatment 115 upvotes 3 years ago

A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.

community Does anyone have a list of vitamins that could help alongside dut and min?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and exploring additional vitamins and supplements like vitamin D, zinc, biotin, and omega-3 to support hair health. Users suggest getting a blood panel to identify deficiencies and emphasize the importance of protein and overall nutrition.

community Seeking advice on my list of haircare tips + product recommendations. Let's help each other :)

in Female 2 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses hair care tips and product recommendations for hair growth, including red light therapy, The Ordinary hair density serum, Nizoral shampoo, and Minoxidil. It also covers nutrition, stress management, and the importance of blood work for addressing hair loss.

community Take the meds, but know that LIFESTYLE MATTERS

in Research/Science 20 upvotes 1 month ago

Minoxidil and finasteride aid hair regrowth, but a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition and maintaining a healthy weight, enhances their effectiveness. Being underweight can impede hair regrowth, while a balanced diet and addressing deficiencies can improve outcomes.

community do any supplements actually work?

in Female 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A user asked if collagen or hair growth supplements made their hair thicker. Another user suggested that Vitamin D might help if deficient.

community Finasteride not working after 8 months, need advice please.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 3 years ago

Finasteride isn't working after 8 months, and stopping minoxidil led to no regrowth. Advice includes resuming minoxidil, correcting iron deficiency, and continuing finasteride.

community Min / Fin - M21 - 1.5 Year Update - Multiple Sheds

in Update 15 upvotes 11 months ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily, despite multiple shedding phases, and emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and maintaining consistency. They advise against obsessing over online forums during shedding periods and recommend checking for scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and ensuring proper nutrition.

community For hair loss - zinc is your friend

in Chat 45 upvotes 4 years ago

Zinc supplements can make existing hair thicker and fuller but do not cure or slow hair loss. Long-term zinc use requires copper supplementation to avoid deficiencies.

community Still not sure why men think diet has nothing to do with hair loss when scientific is quite the opposite [Link]

23 upvotes 8 years ago

Diet can influence hair health, but male pattern baldness (MPB) is primarily genetic. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.