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    GlossaryVitamin K

    fat-soluble vitamin crucial for blood clotting and bone health

    Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone health. It exists in two main forms: phylloquinone (Vitamin K1), found in green leafy vegetables, and menaquinone (Vitamin K2), produced by gut bacteria and found in fermented foods and animal products.

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      community Help! Minoxidil or Duta to avoid Shed of long hair.

      in Female  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is considering using Tacrolimus Solution and topical Dutasteride to avoid shedding caused by Minoxidil, which they fear may lead to facial side effects. They are also concerned about scalp sensitivity and are exploring different treatment bases to manage seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Vitamin D supplements causing hair loss

      in Product 4 days ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing accelerated hair loss after starting vitamin D3 supplements, suspecting a link between the supplement and increased DHT levels. The user decides to stop taking the supplements, preferring natural sources of vitamin D.

      community Vitamin D deficiency - could it be the cause?

      in Update  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and has a vitamin D deficiency, which they suspect might be causing the issue, but they are also considering androgenic alopecia (AGA) as a cause. They are currently using minoxidil and are unable to get finasteride prescribed, while others suggest addressing the vitamin D deficiency and consulting a dermatologist.