Balding

Several factors lead to hair loss in men and women, most notably androgenic alopecia, an inherited condition. Treatment is available. Early treatment produces better results. Balding is a cosmetic condition, usually resulting from genetic influences, aging, skin conditions, or certain medications. The most common forms of balding are male- and female-pattern baldness. Baldness has no cure. Oral prescription drugs such as Propecia® and Proscar® are available by prescription and over-the-counter preparations which contain minoxidil have benefits. Most hair-growth drugs prevent hair loss better than they re-grow hair. Taking aggressive steps today helps maintain healthy hair.

Hair loss has many causes, including aging, genetic pre-disposition, thyroid imbalance, eating disorders, illness, hormonal effects of birth control pills, pregnancy, menopause, and certain medications and medical treatments. There is no single “cure” for baldness. A product that is effective for one individual may provide only limited results for another. Combining traditional treatments with nutritional supplements and natural topical solutions improves chances of inhibiting pattern hair loss.

Conventional Therapy

• At the first sign of thinning hair, consult a dermatologist to determine the cause.
• Ask your physician if any prescription drug you take causes temporary hair loss.
• Ask your physician about drugs that may revive hair growth.

Lifestyle Modification

• Maintain a healthy diet that is low in fat and rich in whole foods.

Nutritional Supplements

• L-lysine: 700 mg daily
• L-arginine: 900 mg two times daily
• Saw palmetto: 160 mg two times daily
• Green tea extract: 725 mg daily
• Grape seed extract: 100-200 mg daily
• Life Extension Mix: Tablets, capsules or powder. Follow suggested dosage as listed on bottle

Product Availability

Life Extension Mix, L-lysine, L-arginine, saw palmetto, green tea extract, grape seed extract, Dr. Proctor's Hair Shampoo and Advanced Hair Formula may be ordered by calling (800) 544-4440. European Prescription Hair Formula is available by prescription from a compounding pharmacy. Call (713) 960-1616 for details.