What do you recommend for hairloss

For managing hair loss, a few strategies discussed on the Huberman Lab might be helpful:

1. Ketoconazole Shampoo: Andrew Huberman recommends using a ketoconazole shampoo with at least 2% concentration. This can help stimulate hair growth, particularly in thinning areas, by potentially offsetting some reductions in the anagen phase of hair growth. It's important to massage the shampoo into the scalp to allow it to reach the hair follicles. Some mild side effects like scalp irritation or hair brittleness can occur, but these can sometimes be mitigated with biotin-enriched shampoos 1.

2. Creatine's Role: Creatine can slightly increase testosterone and its conversion to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that can promote hair loss. However, Dr. Kyle Gillette points out that creatine doesn't raise hormone levels to an unnatural degree, so it shouldn't exacerbate hair loss beyond an individual's genetic predisposition 2.

3. DHT Blockers: Dr. Gillette also discusses the use of drugs like Propecia that block DHT to prevent hair loss. However, these can sometimes lead to side effects such as diminished sex drive. Alternatives like topical DHT antagonists may provide options for those seeking to mitigate these effects while managing hair loss 3.

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     Hair Growth Insights

     01:35:24
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     Creatine and Hormones

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     Hair Loss Insights

     02:09:56

These recommendations should be considered within the context of individual health needs and in consultation with a healthcare provider.