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intentional alteration of eating habits to improve health

Dietary changes, also known as diet modification or nutritional changes, refer to the intentional alteration of one's eating habits to improve health, manage medical conditions, or achieve specific wellness goals. These changes can include adjusting the types and quantities of food consumed, incorporating or eliminating certain nutrients, and modifying meal timing and frequency. For example, someone might increase their intake of fruits and vegetables to boost nutrient intake or reduce sugar and fat consumption to manage weight and blood sugar levels.

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community I have successfully stopped my hormone-induced hair loss ( caused by PCOS,) for 2 years now but I can't seem to be able to regrow the lost hair. Has anyone tried Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP)?

in Female 7 upvotes 3 years ago

GentleIris stopped hormone-induced hair loss with diet changes but couldn't regrow lost hair. A reply suggested microneedling instead of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) for hair regrowth.

community A rant about hair loss misinformation on social media

in Chat 43 upvotes 9 months ago

Social media spreads misinformation about hair loss, often promoting unproven treatments like diet changes. Effective treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are overlooked.

community Started my treatment 2 months ago, wanted to share some progress pictures and regime. What do you guys think?

in Progress Pictures 44 upvotes 1 year ago

PreparationAbject378 has been following a comprehensive regime of medications and lifestyle changes for the past two months to help with hair loss, including Dut, Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Keto shampoo, Derma pen, a running routine, diet modifications and supplements.

community Age 21 to 25, N3 to N2 in 4 years

in Progress Pictures 3 months ago

A user shared their hair regrowth journey from age 21 to 25 using finasteride and a carnivore diet. Other users debated the effectiveness of diet changes versus genetic factors in hair loss.

community Losing grond with fin/min. Should I keep going?

in Satire 372 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically trying Minoxidil and finasteride combined with other methods such as microneedling and diet changes. Suggestions for coping strategies have also been offered.

community I regrew my hairline in 2 years. Never give up hope. No transplant involved either.

in Progress Pictures 1075 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their 2-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and a diet change, without a hair transplant. Despite skepticism from others, the user insists the results are natural and encourages consistency and dietary adjustments.

community 8-MONTH PROGRESS ON KIRKLAND MINOXIDIL FOAM AND MONTH 4 OF FINASTERIDE 1 MG

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

. This user has been using Kirkland Minoxidil foam and 1 mg finasteride for 8 months, as well as a diet change, regular exercise, and daily biotin and Animal Pak supplements to treat their hair loss. So far they have not experienced any side effects from the finasteride.

community My skin is always dry and flakes like chalk (25)

in Transgender 6 upvotes 6 months ago

The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.

community Don't discount diet for the sake of scalp health. Meds had no effect for 2+ years. 3.5 months since new diet / Shampoo routine.

in Progress Pictures 299 upvotes 3 months ago

Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.

community 8 months fin. 0.5 mg . 4 times a week. Gluten free diet 5 months. Planning to micronedling soon

in Progress Pictures 147 upvotes 1 year ago

User shared 8-month progress with finasteride 0.5 mg 4 times a week and gluten-free diet for 5 months, improving hair loss. Plans to try microneedling soon.

community I’m on a crazy hairloss stack and I’m still losing hair and not experiencing any regrowth. What is going on?

in Treatment 31 upvotes 5 months ago

The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.

community So depressed and upset with how much progress I’ve lost

in Chat 47 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.

community I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground… 25m What should I do?

in Treatment 33 upvotes 6 months ago

A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years has experienced worsening hair loss and an itchy scalp. Suggestions include increasing medication doses, trying other treatments like RU58841, getting a scalp biopsy, and addressing potential inflammation through diet and topical treatments.

community High testosterone and diffuse hairloss

in Treatment 7 upvotes 3 years ago

The user is experiencing diffuse hair loss due to high testosterone levels and has tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, nanoxidil, keto/caffeine shampoo, dermarolling, and RU-58841 with limited success. They are seeking advice on safely lowering testosterone levels to manage hair loss.

community Progress on Hims serum 25th Feb - 6th April

in Progress Pictures 136 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about someone's hair regrowth progress using Hims serum from February 25th to April 6th. Users commented on the noticeable improvement and potential for full hair recovery.

community 27M after 10 Months on Oral Fin

in Progress Pictures 119 upvotes 5 months ago

A 27-year-old man shared his 10-month hair regrowth progress after taking oral finasteride, noting initial hair shedding followed by noticeable thickening around 5-6 months, with significant improvement by March. He also mentioned having scalp psoriasis.

community I have been gaining weight easily since taking Dutasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 19 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experience of gaining weight while taking Dutasteride, and suggestions on how to continue using it without the negative side effects, such as exercising and tracking calories or switching to Finasteride.

community Finasteride 1mg + 2.5mg oral minoxidil (Late April- September)

in Progress Pictures 280 upvotes 1 month ago

OP used finasteride 1mg and 2.5mg oral minoxidil since late April, showing hair improvement despite some initial libido issues. Users discussed side effects, costs, and alternative treatments, with OP noting increased facial hair but no significant body hair growth.

community Low iron and hair loss connection

in Female 16 upvotes 5 months ago

A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.

community Transition from Baby Hair to Normal Hair?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 33 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses the slow transition from baby hair to normal hair while using finasteride and transitioning to dutasteride, with progress except for the crown area. It's mentioned that hair thickening can take years, with each growth cycle potentially making the hair thicker, and this process can span over 6 months or more.

community What an amazing time to be alive

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 185 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.

community PSA: Get your Vitamin D levels checked!

in Treatment 113 upvotes 1 year ago

A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.

community I started rapidly diffuse thinning at 22. I'm 42 now and have as much hair as I did at 16. AMA

in Treatment 448 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.

community 3 Months Later…. after adding Dutasteride, Ru55841, Stemoxydine, Tretinoin 0.05%

in Progress Pictures 41 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's progress with treating their hair loss, which consists of using Dutasteride, RU58841, Stemoxydine and Tretinoin 0.05% over the past three months.

community Foods with sufficient procyanidin b2?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Conversation focuses on foods with sufficient procyanidin b2, such as dark chocolate and apples, and the required dosage.

community The link between hair loss and gut health

in Research/Science 59 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential link between gut health and hair loss, with personal experiences of hair thinning and stomach issues shared. Some individuals found no success with common hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride and are exploring the impact of gut health on hair growth.

community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

in Research/Science 489 upvotes 3 months ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community This shit works like magic, aka 50 days on oral min&fin

in Progress Pictures 169 upvotes 3 months ago

A user shared their successful 50-day progress using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss. They plan to switch to dutasteride after six months for potentially better results.

community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

in Scalp Massage 48 upvotes 2 years ago

People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

community I tried salt water to stop the DHT itch

in Treatment 60 upvotes 1 year ago

Treating the itch associated with male pattern baldness, which is believed to be caused by DHT. Potential treatments discussed include salt water, finasteride, ketoconazole, and RU58841.