Soy consumption may offer protective effects against androgenic alopecia 10/25/2016
Soy consumption may help prevent androgenic alopecia, but it can decrease sexual drive in some men. There is a connection between soy and androgenic alopecia, suggesting a potential protective effect.
View this post in the Community →
Similar Community Posts Join
6 / 6 resultscommunity Can Whey Protein isolate make your AGA worse?
Whey protein isolate may worsen androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to its potential to increase DHT levels, but finasteride use has helped maintain hair. Some users suggest avoiding protein supplements due to possible contaminants and additives that could affect hair health.
community Steve Assanti from my 600lbs life. As unhealthy as you can be yet rocks a thick NW1.
Hair loss is mainly influenced by genetics and DHT sensitivity. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, oral minoxidil, and finasteride.
community The meds work: my dad at 23 yo vs me at 35 yo
Finasteride and oral minoxidil effectively maintain a youthful appearance and full head of hair, despite genetic predispositions to balding. The discussion also considers the impact of DHT blockers on masculinity and aging, with lifestyle choices like sunscreen use and a vegetarian diet mentioned.
community The homeless crackhead protocol
The conversation humorously suggests that drug use might be more effective for hair retention than traditional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. It attributes full heads of hair in homeless individuals to lifestyle factors like reduced stress or hormonal changes.
community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001).
Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%, and type 2 diabetes is linked to female pattern hair loss. Reducing sugar intake and using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil may help manage hair loss.
community 20MTF Results on the crown from 1 year on estrogen injections
Estrogen injections significantly improved hair growth, particularly on the crown, after stopping finasteride. Monotherapy with estrogen led to hairline improvement, but also caused sterility and potential feminization effects.
Related Research
6 / 6 results
research The Basic Science of Hair Biology
This article reviews the causal mechanisms of hair follicle disorders, focusing on inflammation, genetics, environment, and hormones, but it reports no new clinical results.
research The ‘bald’ phenotype (androgenetic alopecia) is caused by the high glycaemic, high cholesterol and low mineral ‘western diet’
This commentary reviews potential dietary and mineral influences on androgenetic alopecia and suggests considering a diet low in cholesterol and glycaemic index with improved glucose control and magnesium fortification, without new clinical results.
research Glucocorticoid and Sex Hormone Receptors: Clinical Implications and Therapeutic Relevance
This review discusses the roles of glucocorticoid and sex hormone receptors in the skin and their clinical importance, but reports no new research findings.
research AN UPDATED OVERVIEW OF POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME
This review examines the use of natural remedies, including various herbs, for treating polycystic ovary syndrome, but reports no new clinical results.
research Exploring the efficacy evaluation model for androgenic alopecia using hair organoids: Transcending conventional hair research
This study highlights that hair-bearing organoids derived from embryonic stem cells can effectively model androgenic alopecia conditions and test the efficacy of anti-hair loss treatments.
research Clinical Patterns of Hair Loss in Men
This article reviews potential therapeutic targets and comorbidities associated with male androgenetic alopecia, but reports no new clinical results; further study is needed for comprehensive management.