Malabsorption: Nutrient Testing and Supplementation 7/30/2024
The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and blood tests to consider.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Check your vitamin d3 levels!!!
Vitamin D3 deficiency and gut health, particularly H. pylori overgrowth, can impact hair growth and overall health. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride may be ineffective if these issues are not addressed.
community I was a non-responder to Minoxidil before my esophagus surgery
The user experienced improved hair density after switching from 5mg to 2.5mg oral Minoxidil post-esophagus surgery, suggesting a possible link between gut health and hair growth. They theorize that long-term medication may have blocked nutrient intake, affecting hair regrowth.
community Result of my cortisol, prolactin, testosterone, ACTH blood test,
OP is using 5% minoxidil and a foligain supplement for hair loss, with blood test results showing high cortisol levels. OP is considering starting finasteride, while another user shares their experience with finasteride and hair loss challenges due to malabsorption issues.
community Gut health and hairloss are they linked!
Poor gut health may contribute to hair loss and scalp inflammation, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral being used. Improving gut health and addressing inflammation might help alleviate symptoms.
community Another theory for hair loss: Parasites in gut.
Parasites in the gut may contribute to hair loss by depleting essential nutrients and disrupting hormone balance. An imbalance of hormones, not just DHT, could be a factor in androgenic alopecia.
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