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      Acne Related to Dietary Supplements

      research Acne related to dietary supplements

      14 citations , January 2020 in “Dermatology Online Journal”
      This article reviews the link between certain dietary supplements, such as vitamins B6/B12, iodine, whey, and muscle-building products, and acne, emphasizing the need for dermatologists to discuss supplement use with patients; it reports no new results.

      research Cutaneous Side Effects of Sports Supplements

      February 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”
      This research highlights dermatologists' concerns about the widespread use of sports supplements, noting that nutritional supplements associated with muscle-building and appearance enhancement can lead to dermatological issues like acne and alopecia, while potentially containing harmful substances such as undisclosed anabolic steroids.
      Low Anabolic Profile in Assessing a Patient’s Overall Hair Loss

      research Low Anabolic Profile in Assessing a Patient’s Overall Hair Loss

      1 citations , January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation”
      This investigation found that certain supplements, particularly whey protein isolate, growth hormones, and anabolic steroids, can negatively impact hair loss by affecting biochemical pathways.

      research Medicinal Uses of L-Lysine: Past and Future

      14 citations , October 2011
      This review discusses the clinical significance of L-Lysine in treating various conditions and reports mixed findings on its effectiveness against herpes simplex virus infections, with no new experimental results presented.

      research Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show?

      140 citations , January 2021 in “Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition”
      This source reports that while creatine supplementation is popular for improving muscle mass and performance, questions about its efficacy and safety persist. An expert team is reviewing literature to address concerns like water retention, renal effects, and its benefits across different populations and uses.

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      community I’m considering stopping finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  157 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is considering stopping finasteride due to depression, anxiety, and difficulty building muscle, despite its effectiveness in stopping hair loss. Suggestions include reducing the dose, switching to topical solutions, or consulting a doctor for alternatives like dutasteride or RU58841.

      community Finasteride , creatine and muscle growth

       28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride does not significantly affect muscle gains and can slightly increase testosterone levels. Creatine is generally considered safe to use with finasteride, though some believe it may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss.

      community Creatine / Whey Protein / Finasteride Hair Loss?

       6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 37-year-old with a receding hairline started using finasteride and plans to add minoxidil, concerned that creatine and whey protein might accelerate hair loss. Another user suggests these supplements likely don't increase testosterone or cause hair loss, advising to monitor personal experience.

      community M Thirties. Can gym gains cause hair loss?

      8 months ago
      A male in his thirties with a Norwood 2 hairline questions if gym gains and supplements like creatine cause hair loss. Responses suggest that while exercise can slightly increase testosterone and DHT, genetics primarily determine hair loss, and treatments like finasteride are recommended for DHT control.