To those taking DIM and/or Zinc alongside Fin to counteract gyno, does it matter what time you take them relative to each other? 8/9/2022
The conversation discusses using DIM and Zinc alongside Finasteride to manage gynecomastia symptoms. Users suggest taking Zinc at different times and adding other supplements like Vitamin D, B complex, and B6 to help with the issue.
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