Hair loss is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While genetics, hormones, and medications can all play a role in hair loss, the most common cause is a condition known as androgenetic alopecia.
This condition is caused by a combination of genetic factors and the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which can cause hair follicles to shrink and eventually stop producing hair. While there are many products on the market that claim to prevent or treat hair loss, it's important to understand that not all of them are effective. Some products may even exacerbate the problem. That being said, many people wonder: is
Is pantene good for your hair? While Pantene is a popular brand of hair care products, it's important to note that the effectiveness of these products in preventing hair loss can vary depending on the individual.
While using the right shampoo and conditioner can help improve the overall health of your hair, it's important to address the underlying causes of hair loss if you want to see real results. In addition to genetic factors and hormones, other factors such as stress, poor nutrition, and certain medical conditions can all contribute to hair loss.
If you are experiencing hair loss, it's important to speak with your doctor to determine the underlying cause and develop a treatment plan that's right for you. While Pantene may be a good choice for some people, it's important to remember that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to hair loss.
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction: Most common cause of hair loss
0:10 What is androgenic alopecia?
0:35 Hair loss medications
1:05 DHT and hair loss
2:23 What increases 5-alpha reductase?
2:57 The correct diet for androgenic alopecia
3:04 Natural remedies for androgenic alopecia
3:38 Share your success story!
Let’s talk about the most common cause of hair loss. The most common cause of hair loss is androgenic alopecia.
Androgenic alopecia is pattern hair loss. In men, this could be a receding hairline as well as hair loss on the top of the head. In women, this could be more of a thinning of the hair all over the head. Androgenic alopecia affects 50-80% of males and 25-50% of females.
Hair loss medications work in a few different ways. One popular medication works by increasing oxygen, nutrients, and nitric oxide to the scalp.
Most hair loss medications work by inhibiting a certain enzyme called 5-alpha reductase, which converts testosterone into a much more powerful form of testosterone called DHT. DHT is a type of androgen.
Too much DHT can cause:
• A thickening of the dermis around the hair follicle (which suffocates the hair follicle)
• An increase in fibrosis (scarring that wraps around the hair)
• Calcification around the hair follicles
The enzyme 5-alpha reductase seems to be a key factor in whether or not you could develop hair loss. Insulin increases 5-alpha reductase. Conditions that involve high insulin are associated with androgenic alopecia.
Low progesterone can also increase 5-alpha reductase. Lowering insulin by getting on a low-carb diet and doing intermittent fasting may help with androgenic alopecia.
Dr. Eric Berg
08/31/2023
