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    GlossaryPhytosterols

    naturally occurring plant compounds that reduce cholesterol absorption

    Phytosterols, also known as plant sterols, are naturally occurring compounds found in plant cell membranes. They are structurally similar to cholesterol in humans and animals, and they can help reduce cholesterol levels by blocking its absorption in the intestines. This makes them beneficial for cardiovascular health.

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      community Topical Saw Palmetto: An Alternative to Microdosing Topical Finasteride?

      in Product  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is exploring topical Saw Palmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects.

      community Pumpkin seed oil tablet or topical oil.

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of pumpkin seed oil for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its benefits. Some users mention studies showing potential hair growth benefits, while others consider it ineffective.

      community 6 months on topical dut (album linked)

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's 6-month progress using topical dutasteride, 8% minoxidil, tretinoin, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, oral finasteride, pumpkin seed oil, Vitamin D3, a men's multivitamin, rosemary oil, and 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss treatment.