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    GlossaryCreatine

    naturally occurring compound in muscles aiding energy production

    Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in muscle cells that helps produce energy during high-intensity exercise or heavy lifting. It is also available as a dietary supplement and is popular among athletes and bodybuilders for its ability to enhance strength, increase muscle mass, and improve exercise performance.

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      community Does Creatine Cause Hair Loss? I Did the Science.

      in Chat  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      Creatine at 2.5 g/day did not affect DHT levels in the user, suggesting it may not cause hair loss through DHT. The user used minoxidil during the experiment but did not use finasteride or other DHT-reducing medications.

      community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return

      in Research/Science  78 upvotes 5 months ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing symptoms like acne, oily hair, and hair shedding. Users report mixed experiences, with some avoiding creatine due to hair loss concerns and others seeing no impact.

      community Creatine's effect on Hair Loss and DHT

      in Research/Science  100 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.