-Since the 1990s it has been one of the top 10 most sold herbs in the U.S, with more than 2 million men using the herb regularly.
-Supplementation with 320 mg saw palmetto daily for 8 weeks significantly increased quality of life scores by 42% in a pilot trial in 82 men
-Saw palmetto inhibits 5-reductase, an enzyme that converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
https://selfhacked.com/blog/benefits-saw-palmetto/
It may take 4 to 6 weeks for saw palmetto to have an effect. There are no food sources of saw palmetto.
https://www.webmd.com/men/prostate-enlargement-bph/supplement-guide-saw-palmetto
Saw palmetto usage over two years (320mg) appears to increase hair growth on the crown in 38% of users (finasteride aka Propecia)
https://examine.com/supplements/saw-palmetto/
Propecia vs Saw Palmetto
https://www.livestrong.com/article/187749-how-to-use-both-minoxidil-saw-palmetto-for-hair-loss/
Saw palmetto vs Finasteride vs Dutasteride
https://www.hairlosstalk.com/interact/threads/saw-palmetto-vs-finasteride-vs-dutasteride.33871/
Is Saw Palmetto as Good as Propecia?
https://www.hairlosstalk.com/news/treatments/saw-palmetto-better-than-propecia/
http://www.sawpalmetto.com/
Hair loss in both men and women is called androgenetic alopecia, and it’s common as everyone ages. It’s caused by the hormone testosterone, and its conversion into a molecule called DHT. https://www.healthline.com/health/saw-palmetto-hair-loss
Τα οφέλη του Saw Palmetto αποδίδονται στο γεγονός ότι σταματά την παραγωγή της DHT από την τεστοστερόνη, μίας ορμόνης που παρεμποδίζει την υγιή ανάπτυξη της τρίχας και προκαλεί απώλεια μαλλιών. http://www.pharmasept.gr/el/ta-proi...l-velvet-energizing-shampoo-oily-250ml-detail
Shampoo
Nutrigen Laboratories.Folivital Pro (Synergistic blend of DHT blockers including Saw Palmetto)
http://nutrigenlabs.com/shampoo-01
colorwin (includes Capixyl complex)
http://www.colorwin.eu/eshop/anti-hair-loss-shampoo/anti-hair-loss-shampoo
Does caffeine shampoos really work for hair loss?
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There is no clinically viable evidence that they have a long-lasting effect on male pattern baldness, which occurs in men who have a sensitivity to DHT, and causes hair follicles in the scalp to weaken and shrink. Caffeine shampoo has not been proven to negate the effects of DHT in the long term.</div>
Stem cells vital for hair regeneration
Japanese scientists found through functional analysis that stem cells positive for antibody CD34 and integrin alpha 6 and beta 5, both adhesive proteins, play significant roles in continued hair regeneration together with a glycoprotein called tenascin. src
Fenugreek
Is a rich source of protein and nicotinic acid which promotes hair growth. It strengthens the hair root and prevents excessive hair fall. Hence, Fenugreek seed is considered good for preventing hair fall.
Steps:
1. Take 2 tablespoons of Fenugreek seeds.
2. Crush it well using a grinder.
3. Transfer it to a bowl and add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or olive oil to it.
4. Mix both the ingredients well and apply this paste to your hair, mostly the roots.
5. Let it dry for 30 minutes, and then wash it off with a mild shampoo.
6. Repeat this twice a week.
7. Continue this process for 1-2 months for better results.
src - https://www.quora.com/Is-fenugreek-Methi-good-for-hair/answer/Diksha-Gupta-92?ch=10&share=02a54b22
ref - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/fenugreek
Stress Does Turn Hair Gray, and It’s Reversible
-Supplementation with 320 mg saw palmetto daily for 8 weeks significantly increased quality of life scores by 42% in a pilot trial in 82 men
-Saw palmetto inhibits 5-reductase, an enzyme that converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
https://selfhacked.com/blog/benefits-saw-palmetto/
It may take 4 to 6 weeks for saw palmetto to have an effect. There are no food sources of saw palmetto.
https://www.webmd.com/men/prostate-enlargement-bph/supplement-guide-saw-palmetto
Saw palmetto usage over two years (320mg) appears to increase hair growth on the crown in 38% of users (finasteride aka Propecia)
https://examine.com/supplements/saw-palmetto/
Propecia vs Saw Palmetto
https://www.livestrong.com/article/187749-how-to-use-both-minoxidil-saw-palmetto-for-hair-loss/
Saw palmetto vs Finasteride vs Dutasteride
https://www.hairlosstalk.com/interact/threads/saw-palmetto-vs-finasteride-vs-dutasteride.33871/
Is Saw Palmetto as Good as Propecia?
https://www.hairlosstalk.com/news/treatments/saw-palmetto-better-than-propecia/
http://www.sawpalmetto.com/
Hair loss in both men and women is called androgenetic alopecia, and it’s common as everyone ages. It’s caused by the hormone testosterone, and its conversion into a molecule called DHT. https://www.healthline.com/health/saw-palmetto-hair-loss
Τα οφέλη του Saw Palmetto αποδίδονται στο γεγονός ότι σταματά την παραγωγή της DHT από την τεστοστερόνη, μίας ορμόνης που παρεμποδίζει την υγιή ανάπτυξη της τρίχας και προκαλεί απώλεια μαλλιών. http://www.pharmasept.gr/el/ta-proi...l-velvet-energizing-shampoo-oily-250ml-detail
Shampoo
Nutrigen Laboratories.Folivital Pro (Synergistic blend of DHT blockers including Saw Palmetto)
http://nutrigenlabs.com/shampoo-01
colorwin (includes Capixyl complex)
http://www.colorwin.eu/eshop/anti-hair-loss-shampoo/anti-hair-loss-shampoo
Capixyl is patented by Canadian company named Lucas Meyer Cosmetics (belongs to IFF group, International Flavors & Fragrances is an American corporation that produces flavors, fragrances, and cosmetic actives).
Capixyl is composed of four amino acids biomimetic peptide with a red clover extract rich in Biochanin A. Here is the study.
Does caffeine shampoos really work for hair loss?
<div style="margin-left:30px">
There is no clinically viable evidence that they have a long-lasting effect on male pattern baldness, which occurs in men who have a sensitivity to DHT, and causes hair follicles in the scalp to weaken and shrink. Caffeine shampoo has not been proven to negate the effects of DHT in the long term.</div>
Stem cells vital for hair regeneration
Japanese scientists found through functional analysis that stem cells positive for antibody CD34 and integrin alpha 6 and beta 5, both adhesive proteins, play significant roles in continued hair regeneration together with a glycoprotein called tenascin. src
Fenugreek
Is a rich source of protein and nicotinic acid which promotes hair growth. It strengthens the hair root and prevents excessive hair fall. Hence, Fenugreek seed is considered good for preventing hair fall.
Steps:
1. Take 2 tablespoons of Fenugreek seeds.
2. Crush it well using a grinder.
3. Transfer it to a bowl and add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or olive oil to it.
4. Mix both the ingredients well and apply this paste to your hair, mostly the roots.
5. Let it dry for 30 minutes, and then wash it off with a mild shampoo.
6. Repeat this twice a week.
7. Continue this process for 1-2 months for better results.
src - https://www.quora.com/Is-fenugreek-Methi-good-for-hair/answer/Diksha-Gupta-92?ch=10&share=02a54b22
ref - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/fenugreek
Stress Does Turn Hair Gray, and It’s Reversible