Hair Loss an Issue?

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Hair loss or hair thinning is not uncommon. Main reasons include but are not limited to:  

• Autoimmune Disease
• Weight loss 
• Nutritional Deficiencies 
• Increased Stress

Though not a direct side effect, hair loss and hair thinning is often an issue with people who have been on GLP1 therapies. This complication can be due to:

• Protein deficiency
• Losing weight too quickly
• Nutritional deficiencies due to poor appetite or improper dosing of therapies
• Hormonal imbalance

1. See your Primary Care Provider to make sure your hormones are in balance
2. Prioritize Protein. Make sure you are getting at least 0.8mg/kg daily
3. Supplements! You could have deficiencies in Zinc, Iron, B vitamin or Vitamin D
4. Weight loss should slow and steady. Your goal should be no more than 2-pound weight loss per week. Excessive weight loss leads to nutrient deficiencies, muscle & and increase cortisol levels 

Don't worry! Our partners at Strive have compounded a number of oral and topical treatments to help! A few options ...

• Hair Force One: Daily nutrient supplement composed of Vitamin C, Zinc, Biotin, Iron & B Vitamins
• Cedar: For Men, a compound of minoxidil, finasteride and Biotin
• Willow for Women <45 years of age: a combination of minoxidil, spironolactone and Biotin
• Ivy for Women >45: composed of minoxidil, Dutasteride and Biotin

Not sure what's right for you? We are happy to meet with you and create a plan specific to your needs.