Heads Up on Future Study: "Influence of Creatine Monohydrate Supplementation on Androgens and Global Hair Assessments" 9/19/2020
Creatine supplementation may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss. A study is examining this effect, with participants taking 5 grams of creatine daily for six months.
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