Creatine and Hair Loss
There’s a common misconception linking creatine to hair loss, but the evidence supporting this claim is minimal at best. While some studies suggest a slight increase in DHT, which can have androgenic effects, the overall health benefits of creatine—such as its antioxidant properties and positive impacts on heart and brain function—far outweigh any potential concerns. For most individuals, the fear of hair loss due to creatine is largely overstated.In this clip
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Is there research supporting the claim that creatine monohydrate affects hair loss due to its impact on dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels, as discussed in the Huberman Lab Podcast episodes Dr Layne Norton: The Science of Eating for Health, Fat Loss & Lean Muscle | Huberman Lab Podcast #97, Creatine Insights, Dr. Kyle Gillett: Tools for Hormone Optimization in Males | Huberman Lab Podcast 102, \[Dr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality | Huberman Lab Podcast #67}, and the clip Creatine and Hair Loss?
What does research say about the relationship between creatine and hair loss?
Is there research supporting the claim that creatine monohydrate affects hair loss due to its impact on dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels, as discussed in the episode Dr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality | Huberman Lab Podcast #67 and the clip Creatine and Hair Loss?