Hair
32 sourcesRay Peat approached hair loss as a metabolic and hormonal problem. He argued that the conventional focus on DHT (dihydrotestosterone) misses the larger picture: hair follicles require adequate thyroid function, good circulation, and proper hormonal balance. Hypothyroidism is one of the most common causes of hair loss, and restoring thyroid function often improves hair growth.
Peat also noted that progesterone opposes the hair-damaging effects of cortisol and excessive androgens, and that reducing stress, improving nutrition, and addressing hormonal imbalances are more effective long-term strategies than anti-DHT drugs.
Key Positions
- Hypothyroidism is one of the most common causes of hair thinning and loss
- Cortisol and stress promote hair loss by diverting resources from hair follicles
- Progesterone opposes hair-damaging effects of excess androgens
- Iron deficiency or excess can both affect hair health
- Adequate protein, zinc, and biotin support hair growth
- Topical progesterone and thyroid support can improve hair growth
- Stress reduction and metabolic optimization address root causes
Sources
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Interview Repository - Andrei Pozolotin
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Osteoporosis, aging, tissue renewal, and product science
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Osteoporosis, harmful calcification, and nerve/muscle malfunctions.
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Peatarian Email Depository
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Rosacea, inflammation, and aging: The inefficiency of stress
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Tryptophan, serotonin, and aging.
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Vashinvetala (formerly Pranarupa)