16 citations
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December 2005 in “Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition”
This study found that both low and high dietary selenium levels reduced hair growth in adult dogs, with optimal growth observed at mid-range seleniumconcentrations.
October 2014 in “Journal of Nutrition & Food Sciences”
This study found that in visceral-obese Korean adults, hair chromium and selenium levels were inversely associated with insulin resistance, while copper levels showed a positive association.
21 citations
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April 2009 in “Trace Elements and Electrolytes”
This study found that autistic children had significantly lower iron levels and higher selenium levels in their hair compared to healthy peers, with variations observed between autistic boys and girls.
A person improved hair loss from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2 using a topical formula with minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin, plus oral minoxidil and red light therapy. There is skepticism about the treatment's effectiveness and concerns about misleading comparison photos.
The user experienced successful hair regrowth with Finasteride and Minoxidil but developed erectile dysfunction and abdominal pain, possibly due to medication or lifestyle changes. They plan to consult a urologist and consider adjusting medication or trying supplements like zinc, DIM, or boron.
The "Big 3 Stack" for hair loss treatment, which includes Minoxidil for hair density improvement, Ketoconazole shampoo for enhancing hair volume and thickness, and Finasteride for blocking hair loss causing hormones. Microneedling can boost Minoxidil's effects.
Finasteride and minoxidil can revive hair dormant for up to 7 years, with microneedling enhancing regrowth. Users report significant hair regrowth even after long periods of baldness.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin D, with some users experiencing shedding and others seeing improvement. Additional treatments like dutasteride, topical solutions, and lifestyle changes are also mentioned.