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research Selenium in the supplement as the probable cause of hair loss and nail dystrophy

1 citations , August 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology (Print)”

This review discusses the potential link between selenium supplementation and symptoms of chronic selenium toxicity, such as hair loss and nail dystrophy, due to excess intake leading to disruptions in hair and nail protein structure.

Systemic Subchronic Toxicity and Comparison of Four Selenium Nutritional Supplements by 90-Day Oral Exposure in Sprague-Dawley Rats

research Systemic subchronic toxicity and comparison of four selenium nutritional supplements by 90-day oral exposure in Sprague-Dawley rats

September 2023 in “Food and chemical toxicology”

In this study on Sprague-Dawley rats, 0.60 mg/kg doses of L-Se-methylselenocysteine and sodium selenite were associated with liver toxicity and reduced sperm motility, while Se-enriched peptides showed no observable adverse effects up to 0.60 mg/kg.

Influence Of Selenium Supplementation On Mercury Levels In Hair Of Metropolitan Residents In China: Spatial Distribution, Impact Factors, And Antagonism

research Influence of Selenium Supplementation on Mercury Levels in hair of Metropolitan Residents in China: Spatial Distribution, Impact Factors, and Antagonism

February 2024 in “Exposure and Health”

Selenium supplements may reduce mercury levels in the hair of city dwellers in China.

research Selenium Toxicity: A Case of Selenosis Caused by a Nutritional Supplement

71 citations , June 2008 in “Annals of Internal Medicine”

This article describes a case of selenosis linked to excessive selenium in a nutritional supplement that led to a product recall due to toxicity concerns.

research Selenium and vitamin E supplements for prostate cancer: evidence or embellishment?

76 citations , April 2002 in “Urology”

This review examines the use of selenium and vitamin E supplements for reducing prostate cancer risk, finding mixed evidence that suggests benefits may be limited to individuals with specific risk factors, like low baseline levels or smoking history, rather than broadly applicable.

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Can Selenium supplements help prevent or reverse hair loss caused by nutritional deficiencies? Selenium supplements may not effectively prevent or reverse hair loss from nutritional deficiencies.
Is Selenium more effective when taken orally or applied topically in shampoos or serums? The two are not interchangeable and the evidence points the other way from the common assumption: topical selenium disulfide shampoo has clinical trial support for dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, while oral selenium supplements have no reliable evidence for hair growth in people who are not deficient, and excess intake is a recognised cause of hair loss.
What is Selenium and why is it important for healthy hair and scalp function? Selenium is essential for hair health due to its antioxidant properties and role in thyroid function.
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community 16 days. Topical Min 5% once a day • derma roller 0.25mm every day, 1mm once a week • Foligain Trioxidil shampoo (I let it rest for 10 minutes) • mix of supplements

in Progress Pictures 102 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth progress using topical Minoxidil 5%, a derma roller, Foligain Trioxidil shampoo, and various supplements like zinc, selenium, magnesium, B6, B7, saw palmetto, and D3 + K2. The user is seeking finasteride but faces prescription challenges in Italy.

community 5 months since I became obsessed with my hair

10 months ago

The user is experiencing hair regrowth and increased hair thickness after using supplements like biotin, zinc, selenium, and a complex with various natural ingredients, along with topical caffeine. They are considering using topical minoxidil and mesotherapy in the future.

community White hair seemed to be turn black, re-pigmentation

1 upvotes 10 months ago

The user experienced hair repigmentation and attributes improvements in hair and overall health to a carnivore diet, Boron, and Selenium supplementation. They stopped using finasteride after 20 years, noticed increased testosterone and libido, and observed hair regrowth with RU58841.

community The real stack, the only things you really need.

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a hair loss prevention regimen using a custom topical treatment with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Latanoprost, Cetirizine, Tretinoin, Vitamin D3, and caffeine, along with supplements like iron, selenium, vitamin D, and vitamin B. The user advises against expensive treatments like LLLT caps and unnecessary natural supplements.

community Clinical efficacy of popular oral supplements for AA

1 upvotes 5 years ago

Vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, zinc, and iron may aid hair growth, especially in cases of deficiency. Pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, horsetail, and AminoMar show some promise for improving hair health and count.

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