How to Reduce Hair Loss Due to Menopause, Weight Loss and More

How to Reduce Hair Loss Due to Menopause, Weight Loss and More

Understanding Hair Thinning and Loss – Insights from Trichologist Colleen Camp

Hair thinning and loss can be an unsettling experience, especially for women who are navigating through various stages of life such as menopause, dealing with hormonal imbalances, or even coping with medical conditions. Understanding the root causes and potential treatments can be empowering. In this inaugural podcast episode, Dianna Gee interviews Colleen Camp, a trichologist and hair thinning expert, to shed light on this prevalent issue and provide practical advice.

Key highlights from the discussion include:

·      Causes of Hair Loss:

• Androgenetic Alopecia (genetic)
• Telogen Effluvium (TE) (Temporary hair shedding due to stress or shock (e.g., post-COVID shedding, rapid weight loss)
• Hormonal Imbalance (Menopause, PCOS)
• Medical (autoimmune, thyroid, lupus, scalp infection)
• Anagen Effluvium  (Chemotherapy & Radiation)
• Nutritional Deficiencies (rapid weight loss)
• Improper Scalp Care (excessive dry shampoo usage leading to clogged follicles)

·      Nutrition and Hair Health:

• Protein intake is crucial for hair growth. Colleen recommends at least 100 grams of protein daily.
• Other important nutrients include vitamin D, biotin, niacin, zinc, and L-Lysine. L-Lysine helps females absorb iron, preventing iron imbalances that contribute to hair loss.
• Bosley MD offers a hair supplement designed to support hair health with these key nutrients.

·      Treatments for Hair Loss:

• Topical treatments (e.g., DHT blockers, minoxidil) can aid hair regrowth.
• Colleen highlights a new densifying foam that can show hair growth results in 45 days and even reverse graying.
• Scalp care is essential. Regular shampooing (at least every 2–3 days) and avoiding overuse of dry shampoo help prevent clogged follicles.
• Stress management is vital as high cortisol levels contribute to hair shedding.

·      Menopause and PCOS:

• Hormonal imbalances, particularly drops in estrogen during menopause or high testosterone in PCOS, significantly affect hair thinning. Treatment approaches include good nutrition, medications like birth control, and DHT blockers.

·      Support for Hair Loss Due to Chemotherapy:

• Scalp cooling during chemotherapy can help 70% of women keep their hair. Trichologists can assist in hair regrowth after chemotherapy. www.coldcap.com

·      Hair Toppers:

• Hair toppers, small hairpieces, help women with thinning hair, providing a natural-looking solution. Colleen demonstrates these techniques at professional events.

 Colleen’s Top Three Product Recommendations: 

Supplements

1.    BosleyMD Healthy Hair Growth Supplements for Women

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***Also available in a Men’s Formula***

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Shampoo/Conditioner Starter Kit

2.    BosleyMD MendXtend Strengthening Starter Pack

https://amzn.to/3B6LMbY

Revive Foam

3.    BosleyMD Women's Revive + Densifying Treatment Foam

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Men’s Formula https://amzn.to/3ZwTNBf

Color Safe Formula https://amzn.to/47uXZmT

 Listeners can reach out to Colleen through education@bosleymd.com for more information on treatments or to find a trichologist in their area. Resources such as the American Hair Loss Council and Bosley MD provide additional support.

 Colleen also shared her favorite foods she recommends for strong and healthy hair: