THE HOLY GRAIL OF HAIRLOSS AND REGROWTH....YOU'RE WELCOME

[geohall45]

Thanks, thought I would have to shave a baldie in a few years

 

[alan1973]

Not anymore FD shut them down. That's where I use to get all my stuff for years so now I had to come up with the two products above.

yeah I saw...see this:
We're very sorry to inform you that Regrowth LLC has to suspend all operations at this time. In an ongoing audit, the U.S. FDA has deemed our medications to be 'unapproved illegal drugs'. The exorbitant cost of new drug development precludes our pursuing New Drug Applications (NDAs).

Requests for new consultations and orders for medications cannot be processed.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Richard Lee, M.D.

he wasn't hurting anyone!!

 

[andrewlin]

For all the brohans, that are worried about losing there hair while juicing or maybe it's just going that way anyways, here's an article that has saved my hair with no harsh drugs, bullshit lazers, or hair transplants.... Alopecia is not a genetic disorder or something that you have to live with it's an auto immune disease that has a cause and can be systematically stopped and actual real world regrowth can occur!!!! My hair is growing back like a raped ape and so is a few of my bros who'ved listened and decided to stop listening to the pharmaceutical company bile that is being crammed down everyones throat.

CHRONIC INFLAMMATION, HAIR LOSS, AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT


Chronic systemic inflammation has been found to at the root of many serious disorders, such as cardiovascular disease, asthma, arthritis, cancer, diabetes, depression and androgenetic alopecia. These “age related” disorders are accompanied by a pathological increase of inflammatory cytokines. Lowering pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as tumor necrosis factor –alpha, interleukin – 6, interleukin 1(B) and/or interleukin B4, could help prevent and treat many age related diseases. After several published studies, which showed that inflammation is present in androgenetic alopecia, MPB Research reported these important findings to readers, particularly stressing the need to address inflammation in any hair loss treatment approach, including our recommended protocol. Excessive levels of cytokines can be systemically and topically countered by an appropriate regimen of drugs, nutrients, dietary changes, and/or hormones. For example, fish oil has been shown to effectively lower these levels, as does DHEA, Nettle extract, GLA, and some antioxidants (vitamin E and N-acetyl cysteine). Meanwhile certain herbal extracts patented by Asian companies, Emu oil, copper peptides and ketoconazole can be used to topically partially inhibit cytokine formation. Following is an extensive analysis (in layman’s terms) that makes the connection between inflammation, and the “programmed cell death” of the hair follicle, a process known as “apoptosis”. It is partially based upon input from Waseda, a Japanese researcher who has been researching inflammation and androgenetic hair loss for many years. He has been able to initiate extensive hair regrowth after being a “slick bald” Norwood 5 for many years using an aggressive combination of therapies specifically designed to counter inflammation and an apoptosis factors.



TOWARDS A COMPREHENSIVE TREATMENT OF MPB

First we must recognize that hair loss is the consequence of hair cell apoptosis, or programmed cell death. Apoptosis is the final result of what is termed the caspase activation cascade. Essentially DHT, superoxide, and other free radicals damage the cell’s mitochondria, and the damaged mitochondria in turn vomits cytochrome C, which activates the caspase 9 cascade. TGF-beta and alpha activate caspase 9 around hair follicles. The activated caspase 9 propagates downstream into caspase 3. Activation of caspase 3 is thought to be a direct cause of cell apoptosis (programmed cell death) in general. What then causes a caspase activation cascade and how can one intervene in the context of hair loss?
Protein Kinase C (PKC) as an executor of apoptosis PKC isozymes are involved in the final execution of hair cell apoptosis in relation to caspase 3. What are good inhibitors of PKC? Cycloporin (dangerous), Grape Seed Extract, Resveratrol (as in red wine), Vitamin E, and N-Acetyl Cysteine. Topically, Grape Seed Extract (a patented treatment for hair loss), and Perilla Leaf Extract.
Tumor Necrosis Factor Alpha (TNF-a) as a promotor of PKC and hair cell apoptosis. TNF-a induces the PKC isozymes and causes cell death through this induction. This pathway is known to be a major cause of hair loss. TNF-a is a quick acting proinflammatory cytokine, and TNF-a is over secreted in cases of rapid hair loss. How can TNF-a be safely inhibited? Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Stinging Nettle Extract, Green Tea Extract, and essential fatty acids found in fish, Emu, Borage, and Perilla oils. Topically, Perilla leaf extract may be useful.
TGF-Family as the bridge between DHT and the activation of the caspase cascade. In recent studies researchers have found DHT promotes TGF, and TGF causes activation of the caspase cascade and thus, hair cell death, which clinically manifests as male and female pattern baldness. What inhibits TGH safely, as opposed to the dangerous anti-cancer compounds? Proteolytic Enzymes such as a bromelain, and the anti-oxidant Curcumin are TGF inhibitors. Shiseido, a Japanese cosmetic company found that Amacha, a sugar alternative found in the orient has TGF inhibition properties. Dr. Sawaya’s latest study about finasteride suggests that the best hair loss prevention would involve the blocking of caspase activation, especially caspase 3. Caspase 3 is the direct cause of programmed hair cell death (apoptosis) that originates “upstream”. The first triggers may be DHT damage or oxidative (free radical) stress on the mitochondria, TGF induction from DHT, TNF-A induction from allergic inflammation, or PKC upregulation by caspase activation. Here we can summarize the rationale behind the treatments of various pro-inflammatory mechanisms.

DHT inhibition- Finasteride, Saw Palmetto, Rivoflavin, Green Tea Extract, Copper, Peptides, and Topical Bayberry Extract.

PKC down regulation - Grape Seed Extract, Resveratrol, Vitamin E, Soy Isoflavones.

TNF-a down regulation- Curcumin, Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Stinging Nettle Extract, Green Tea Extract, Fish Oil, Borage Oil, Perilla Oil, and Topical Perilla leaf extract.

TGF down regulation- Curcumin, and topical Amacha.

Taking into account the inhibition of hair apoptosis factors, it is apparent that treatment can be taken to a new level. Again, Waseda himself is experiencing regrowth in all areas of his scalp after being a slick bald “Norwood 5” for many years.


One thing to add is that with the above regime I also load up on anti oxidants in these forms, a acai, mangosteen goji concentrate, greens plus, ekclonia kava (fibroboost) Vitamin e, and a good multivitamin.

The only other thing I would add is that while taking 1g of test a week I add 3mg of finasteride to account for the extra test converting to dht.

Cheers.

4 Basic Hair Loss Treatment

1. OTC Hair loss liniment
The most popular hair loss liniment available in the market as an over-the-counter (OTC) drug is minoxidil. Brand names may vary but the same content of drugs prevents further balding and stimulated hair re-growth. However, men may have to use higher percentage of this formula than women. Significant results are observable after six months of using minoxidil solution

2. Prescribed Medication
For baldness that is linked to prostate problem in men, physicians may prescribe a certain medicine. The most common prescription drug for treating hair loss is Finasteride, also known as Propecia. This drug is originally prescribed to men with enlarged prostate until it has been proven effective in treating male-pattern-baldness (MPB)

3. Hair Transplant
This is a surgical procedure wherein hair follicles from the healthy area of the scalp are transplanted to the area that presents badness. Cosmetic surgeons see to it that the transplanted follicles are healthy and not taken from an area that is prone to hair thinning, or else the purpose of hair transplant is defeated.

Basically, the aim of hair transplant surgery is to redistribute healthy hair to the thinning area of the scalp so that baldness becomes less noticeable. This method is proven to have good prognosis for both men and women but may not be the best option for everyone.

4. Toupees
A toupee is an artificial hair attached to the balding area of the scalp in order to create an image of hair fullness. There are some toupees that are not similar to the natural hair’s consistency and color hence making the user look comical. However, technological breakthrough now offers toupee fix which makes it identical to your original hair, this may mean additional expense though.