u/joaopassos4444 has zero education in endocrinology, human biology or science, it’s incredibly unlikely he good Will Hunting-ed a medical issue that stumped researchers for thousands of years, please stop buying random supplements based on layman speculation and temper your expectations Research/Science 4/26/2021
User questions credibility of a hair loss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hair growth benefits.
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User xEternex tries hair regrowth with daily broccoli sprouts, apple extract containing procyanidin b2, and microneedling. Others discuss potential issues with the experiment and share their experiences with vegetable consumption and hair growth.
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