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Medication/supplements for hair loss/hair growth
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items It's crucial to have enough protein, minerals and vitamins in your diet. Don't skip meals or crash diet, and drink plenty of water! You may choose to supplement with minerals (zinc, iron, Vitamin D - as per your blood test results), or with a hair growth complex, and/or a supplement specifically to help reduce the effects of DHT. (some of these are affiliate links, where I may r...
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Top hair growth supplements
Supplements that block DHT
Vitamins for good general health
Iron & zinc supplements for optimal hair growth
Other dietary components that help your hair grow
Cute cups/tumblers to help you drink enough water
Top hair growth supplements
Viviscal, Nutrafol and Foligrowth have some amazing results!
I saw a video of Glamzilla's results with Viviscal - they were pretty amazing! Viviscal.com ships to North America, Canada, UAE and some of Europe - not Australia or NZ unfortunately.
Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements
Amazing results! If you live in NZ or Australia, Viviscal.com website won't deliver to you, but you can still get it from Amazon. I worked out two boxes, delivered to NZ would work out about NZ$70 per month. (Amazon affiliate link)
Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements (NZ and Australia customers)
Total hair nutrient with everything needed to support hair growth as recommended by MandyB trichologist. This will help if your hair loss is due to nutritional deficiencies.
FoliGROWTH™ Hair Growth Supplement
“clinically proven for faster-growing, visibly thicker, longer, stronger hair” Women are getting amazing results. It is expensive, but as one reviewer said, you could spend that money on coffee over a month. (Amazon affiliate link)
Nutrafol Women's Hair Growth Supplements, Ages 18-44, Clinically Proven for Visibly Thicker and Stronger Hair
Women have experienced amazing results with Nutrafol. There are multiple versions to choose from. (Amazon affiliate link)
Nutrafol - Women's balance 45yrs+
Two month's supply - great deal. (Amazon affiliate link)
Nutrafol Women's Balance 45yrs+ 2 Month Supply Refill Pouches
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If you bought all your hair loss products on Prime Day you would save so much money! You can cancel any time. (Amazon affiliate link)
Amazon Prime
This ebook contains loads of information I wish I knew when I first found out I had hair loss from androgenetic alopecia. I have been seeing a trichologist for more than two years - this ebook contains the tips she has given me on how to treat my hai...
I Have Hair Loss Too - Don't wait to treat
Supplements that block DHT
If you have androgenic alopecia like me, reducing the level of DHT in the blood using medication or supplements, as well as using topical products that address DHT is really helpful.
If you have androgenic alopecia it's very important to block DHT both internally, and externally on the scalp with effective shampoos and serum/treatment product. This product was specifically designed by trichologists to help reduce DHT in the body....
DHT Blocker Vitamin with Immune Support, Saw Palmetto, and Green Tea
Some great results with Nutrafol - Physician-formulated supplement that improves hair growth for women ages 45 and older by targeting 6 root causes of thinning hair including hormone shifts, aging, and menopause changes. Many effective ingredients, o...
Nutrafol Women's Balance Hair Growth Supplements, Ages 45 and Up, - 1 Month Supply
Vitamins for good general health
I've decided to take a multivitamin and a B complex tablet daily to fill in any nutritional gaps I may have. I thought I had a good diet but I was getting colds a lot.
A multivitamin/mineral makes sure that each day I am covering the basics of nutrition. This is the one I am taking. I like the fact that it's a 6 month supply. (Amazon affiliate link)
Bronson ONE Daily Women’s Complete Multivitamin Multimineral for Women, 180 Tablets
B vitamins help in times of increased stress and busyness, and also help with energy. I need this every day! (Amazon affiliate link)
Spring Valley, Super Vitamin B Complex Tablets 250 tablets
Iron & zinc supplements for optimal hair growth
Hair experts believe ferritin needs to be 70ng/ml for optimal hair growth, I don't know if mine has ever been 70! Zinc is another mineral important for hair growth, the zinc below is a much better absorbed salt than zinc sulphate.
Clinical research suggests that serum ferritin levels should be at least 70 ng/mL for proper hair growth. This product is specifically designed for low iron and low ferritin related hair loss. Easy on the stomach and low risk of constipation. . Curre...
Derma-Iron High Absorption Iron with Vitamin C and Collagen
My blood tests revealed I was deficient in zinc even after supplementing with zinc sulphate. My doctor recommeneded zinc picolinate or zinc bisglycinate as being better absorbed. Zinc is one of the minerals important for healthy hair growth.
iHerb - zinc bisglycinate
With iron, it's really important to get your level of ferritin tested BEFORE you start supplementing, or assuming that it is low iron causing your hair loss.
The Association of Serum Ferritin Levels With Non-scarring Alopecia in Women
Depending on your diet and the results of any blood tests or recommended vitamins/minerals, correcting any deficiencies can really help to encourage hair growth. My blood tests showed I was deficient in iron and zinc so I am supplementing my diet wit...
iHerb.com - Vitamins, Supplements & Natural Health Products
This iron supplement has 65mg of elemental iron compared to 105mg in Ferrogradumet. I found Ferrogradumet to be tough on my stomach (constipation) so was pleased to find this. It costs about $11 from a pharmacy (NZ). Always check your iron level with...
Ferro-Tab - iron tablets
Other dietary components that help your hair grow
This list includes collagen, protein, and foods.
Love my NuZest! I have tried the vanilla, strawberry and chocolate flavour and they are all yummy. I like the fact that they don't contain whey, it is based on a pea protein. I make a protein smoothie to get a good amount of protein for my breakfast,...
Nuzest protein powder
Marine collagen peptides have been highly recommended by hair experts.
DOSE & CO. Marine Collagen Peptides with Vitamin C for Hair, Skin & Nails
Nuts like almonds and walnuts are great for hair growth. My trichologist recommends I eat nuts daily for their protein, healthy fats and minerals. I find tamari almonds the tastiest way to consume almonds, and walnuts are great with greek yoghurt and...
Walnuts and almonds are great for hair
From Healthline.com: Green teas are well known for being rich in antioxidants. Most of the antioxidants in green tea come from compounds known as flavonols, particularly a type known as catechins (1Trusted Source, 2Trusted Source). The most abundant and powerful catechin in green tea is epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). Two hormones, testosterone and dihydrotestosterone, can decrease the hair growth phase and increase hair loss. Some research has shown that EGCG can inhibit the effects of these hormones on hair and slow hair loss (5Trusted Source).
Green tea
Cute cups/tumblers to help you drink enough water
Somehow using a cool tumbler helps me to drink enough water - which is what we need to stay healthy and hydrated
Having this cute tumbler really helps me drink more water each day - which is crucial for keeping my body hydrated, which is essential for hair growth (my trichologist told me). (Amazon affiliate link)
Ello 20oz Glass Tumbler with Straw
If I had my way I would have heaps of cute water tumblers in my cupboard. They honestly seem to make drinking more water fun! (Amazon affiliate link)
Tronco 20 oz Glass Tumbler Glass Water Bottle
If you need a ‘cheerleader’ to encourage you to drink water through the day, this will be very helpful. (Amazon affiliate link)
Motivational Water Bottle with Time Marker & Fruit Strainer 1l Bottle
If it's cute, I'll want to use it. But glitter? This is one of my favourites. (Amazon affiliate link)
Deluxe Glitter Insulated Tumbler - Glitter Bomb
Great for insulating cold drinks as well as for keeping your hot/warm water that way. Some people find drinking warm water much easier, especially in winter. (Amazon affiliate link)
Ello Miri Insulated Stainless Steel Mug - Speckle Rosegold
The colour options are amazing! (Amazon affiliate link)
30oz Insulated Travel Mug for Hot & Cold Drinks
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