(Topic) does saw palmetto actually work?
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    From the encyclopedia
    Saw Palmetto →

    Palm-berry extract taken as a supplement

    Biotin →

    B vitamin, often sold as a hair supplement

    At a glance
    In this educational post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Saw Palmetto (oral) 320mg
    💊 Beta Sitosterol (oral) 400mg
    💊 Pygume (oral) 200mg
    💊 Pumpkin Seed Extract (oral) 150-500mg
    💊 Zinc (oral) 30mg
    💊 Biotin (oral)
    💧 Peppermint Oil (topical)
    💧 Lavender Oil (topical)
    💧 Rosemary Oil (topical)
    💧 Melatonin (topical)
    💧 Caffeine (topical)
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    Other terms

    Saw palmetto can help reduce DHT levels and may work in combination with other supplements like beta sitosterol and pygume, but it's less effective than finasteride. Additional treatments like pumpkin seed extract, zinc, biotin, essential oils, scalp massages, and micro-needling can support hair health, but should not replace existing treatments like finasteride.
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