There are some people who will insist that their hair grows fast or grows slow, but most people have no idea how hair actually grows. Most people believe that all your hair is growing at the same pace all the time and that every hair on your head – or anywhere else –...
Life is stressful and there are a lot of things out in the world that add more stress to the pile. These stressors affect us both mentally and physically. It can cause your muscles to tense, can trigger asthma attacks, raise blood pressure to lead to heart problems, a...
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a hormonal byproduct of testosterone formed when the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase acts upon testosterone. DHT plays a key role in the sexual development of people assigned male at birth (AMAB) including the development of facial hair, a deeper...
It is commonly believed that high or low testosterone levels can cause thinning hair or balding. While this androgenic hormone indeed plays a role in hair growth and hair loss, the relationship is indirect and complex. How Does Testosterone Affect Hair? During...
The anti-hair loss shampoo industry is big business, with a market valued at around $3 billion dollars. Many of these products claim to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth, while improving the health of the hair and scalp. Containing ingredients like vitamins,...
From cancer to COVID, from thyroid problems to chronic kidney disease, there are dozens of diseases and health conditions that impact hair growth and cause hair loss. One common category of health-related hair loss stems from autoimmune issues. These illnesses cause...
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