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research General Characteristics of Hair in Eating Disorders

June 2012 in “Springer eBooks”

Eating disorders can cause various hair problems, and while hair loss in these disorders is linked to metabolic syndrome, treatment focuses on specific medications and lifestyle changes for the syndrome.

Severity of Androgenetic Alopecia Associated with Poor Sleeping Habits and Carnivorous Eating and Junk Food Consumption—A Web-Based Investigation of Male Pattern Hair Loss in China

research Severity of androgenetic alopecia associated with poor sleeping habits and carnivorous eating and junk food consumption—A web‐based investigation of male pattern hair loss in China

4 citations , February 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

Poor sleep, meat-heavy diets, and junk food worsen hair loss, while sugary drinks may help.

Stable Isotope Analyses of Carbon and Nitrogen in Hair Keratin of Suspected Man-Eating Wolves from the 1880s

research Stable isotope analyses of carbon and nitrogen in hair keratin of suspected man-eating wolves from 1880s

February 2024 in “Scientific Reports”

The wolves suspected of man-eating in the 1880s likely ate very little human flesh and mostly consumed a diet similar to herbivores and omnivores.

An Unusual Case of Trichotillomania and Trichophagia Associated with Authentic Hair Extension in a Young African-American Female Adult

research An unusual case of trichotillomania and trichophagia associated with authentic hair extension as seen in a young African-American female adult

December 2022 in “Discover Psychology”

This case report describes a 23-year-old African-American woman who suffered a small bowel obstruction after ingesting hair from a hair weave, highlighting a specific risk associated with trichophagia in Black hair care practices.

research Characteristics of 60 adult chronic hair pullers

417 citations , March 1991 in “American Journal of Psychiatry”

This study found that adult trichotillomania is a chronic disorder often linked with high psychiatric comorbidity and suggests the tension-reduction criterion in diagnoses might be too restrictive.

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community Noticing hair loss after eating certain foods

3 months ago

The user experiences hair loss and scalp reactions after eating certain non-organic foods, leading them to adopt an all-organic diet which has stabilized their hair condition. Suggestions include using liver-supporting herbs and considering gut health issues like histamine sensitivity.

community Stopped Hair Fall in a Week with One Product

8 months ago

A user stopped hair loss by eating organic pumpkin seeds daily, despite previously using minoxidil and finasteride. They suggest others try pumpkin seeds, noting potential benefits for hair growth, especially for women.

community 41 years old with reseeding hairline but I'm derma rolling eating better and taking nutrafol

in Is this regrowth? 224 upvotes 1 year ago

A 41-year-old is addressing hair loss by eating better, using a dermaroller, and taking Nutrafol, but many suggest adding finasteride and minoxidil for better results. The conversation includes mixed opinions on Nutrafol's effectiveness, with some recommending pharmaceutical treatments like finasteride and minoxidil for more significant hair regrowth.

community Essential Insights into Hair Loss: What You Should Know Early

11 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss can be managed by acting early, using treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and possibly dutasteride, along with lifestyle changes such as using sulfate-free shampoos and eating protein-rich foods. Consulting a dermatologist and considering microneedling, vitamins, and anti-fungal shampoos are also recommended.

community Anybody else experience a itchy inflamed scalp after eating high sugar or fast foods?

3 upvotes 2 years ago

Eating high sugar or fast foods can cause an itchy, inflamed scalp, especially in areas with hair thinning. Reducing sugar intake and consuming vitamin D3 and fatty fish may help alleviate symptoms.

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learn Centella

Not eating well lately and your hair’s falling? A centella-based supplement might give your roots the boost they’re begging for. There is no published human trial showing that an oral Centella asiatica (gotu kola) supplement stops hair shedding caused by poor nutrition; the evidence is laboratory work on dermal papilla cells, inflammation and collagen, and community reports mention centella only in topical products.

learn Omega 3

Is your hair weaker since changing your eating habits? Maybe omega-3s are what you’ve been missing. Inadequate omega-3s in your diet can weaken hair health.

learn Hair Fibers

cosmetic product that temporarily makes hair appear thicker

Do hair fibers really make thinning hair look fuller, or is it just an illusion? Hair fibers create an optical illusion of fullness but do not actually thicken hair.
How do you apply hair fibers correctly so they stay in place all day? Apply hair fibers to clean, dry hair and use a setting spray for better hold.
Can hair fibers be used along with medical treatments like minoxidil or finasteride? Yes, hair fibers can be used with minoxidil or finasteride without any chemical interaction.

learn Hair Multiplication

extract, clone, and reinsert your own hair cells

learn Hair Transplant

Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.

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Newark, NJ, United States

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