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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 Hair loss - The Root of the Problem

in Hair Systems 2 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss can be influenced by nutritional deficiencies, particularly low Vitamin D and fatty liver, and improving nutrition and lifestyle can strengthen hair. Treatments suggested include regular exercise, a balanced diet, vitamin supplements, and coconut oil massages, while acknowledging that hereditary factors may also play a role.

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 31 months in and still shed this much pretty much everyday. What to do?

in Treatment 14 upvotes 2 years ago

A person has been using finasteride, minoxidil, OM, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss for various durations but is still experiencing constant shedding and thinning. Suggestions from others include checking for potential nutritional deficiencies.

community What's the deal with Zinc and DHT?

in Chat 48 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 10 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 2 years 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 4 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 Why Fin/Dut is always recommended. The top 10 reasons for hairloss in men.

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss in men is primarily caused by androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like finasteride and dutasteride often recommended. Other causes include stress, nutritional deficiencies, medications, and scalp infections.

community Hair Loss Factors in Moms: Analyzing Hormonal Changes, Stress, Genetics, and More

in Treatment 4 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss in moms can be caused by hormonal changes, stress, genetics, and nutritional deficiencies. Solutions include hair toppers, Minoxidil, PRP therapy, and a healthy diet with supplements.

community Take the meds, but know that LIFESTYLE MATTERS

in Research/Science 20 upvotes 2 months 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 21M cant stop hairloss at all +2 years on dut/fin

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 8 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 28M: Continued Hair Loss on Dutasteride, Minoxidil Foam & Keto Shampoo After 8 Months - Next Steps?

in General 80 upvotes 4 months ago

The user is experiencing rapid hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil foam, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about waiting longer to see results. A suggestion was made to consult a dermatologist for a tricoscopy and consider higher doses of dutasteride, while also checking for nutritional deficiencies and thyroid issues.

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

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 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 I feel like people here shrug off nutritional issues too quickly. Particularly for Retrograde Alopecia.

in Chat 10 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 Mineral deficiencies vs MPB vs Thyroid

in Chat 9 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced hair improvement using a topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin combo, along with supplements like zinc, copper, magnesium, vitamin D3, K2, iodine, and boron. They believe these changes are due to addressing mineral deficiencies and possibly thyroid issues, despite skepticism from others.

community B12 deficiency hairloss (hair thinning)

in Treatment 7 upvotes 9 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 Severe copper deficiency, and also zinc deficiency. Looking for testimonials.

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 6 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 4 upvotes 1 year 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)

5 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 26F Thinner hair due to vitamin deficiencies?

in Female 12 upvotes 2 years ago

A female user with chronic anemia and vitamin deficiencies is experiencing finer, straighter hair and seeks recommendations for scalp products to improve circulation and prevent potential hair thinning. She is considering growth oils but is unsure of their effectiveness.

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 102 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 3 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 16 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 For hair loss - zinc is your friend

in Chat 43 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 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 Is there an improvement? Zinc, biotin, and D3

in Is this regrowth? 7 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses hair regrowth improvement due to zinc, biotin, and D3 supplements, highlighting that hair loss can result from deficiencies, not just androgenetic alopecia. The user emphasizes that treatments like finasteride are not the only solutions.

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.