Aliquot #112: Approaches to Reverse Hair Loss and Graying
Update: 2024-08-13
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As we age, our hair changes: It often turns gray and becomes finer, and it might even fall out—permanently. There are seemingly millions of hair care products available, and many of them contain chemicals that may harm our hair or, even worse, harm our health. In this Aliquot, I explore the various ways to prevent hair loss and promote healthy hair.
This episode includes several key discussion points:
This episode includes several key discussion points:
- 00:00:46 - Can sulforaphane target DHT to combat hair loss?
- 00:01:39 - What evidence supports low-level laser therapy for hair regrowth?
- 00:04:00 - Does creatine supplementation cause hair loss?
- 00:08:44 - Understanding graying hair and potential interventions
- 00:18:21 - Do modern hair dyes increase cancer risk?
- 00:22:13 - Is PPD in hair dye still a concern, and which options are less toxic?
- 00:28:55 - Do filtered shower heads help by removing chlorine and heavy metals?
- 00:32:21 - My go-to products for healthy, vibrant hair
This episode features segments taken from several Q&As with Dr. Rhonda Patrick. You may view these episodes and their show notes here:
- Q&A #24 with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (6/5/21)
- Q&A #33 with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (3/5/22)
- Q&A #37 with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (7/9/22)
- Q&A #49 with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (7/1/23)
- Q&A #53 with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (11/4/23)
- Q&A #54 with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (12/2/23)
- Q&A #57 with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (3/9/24)
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