How to Fix Hair Thinning at the Root Cause (for women)

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Did you know that 50% of women notice hair loss and thinning by age fifty? If you’re experiencing unexplained hair thinning, and you’re not seeing any improvement from fancy shampoos or strategic haircuts, it’s time to try a Functional Medicine approach. In this video Dr. Kate shares the top 3 root causes of hair thinning - and how to fix it!
Dr. Kate Lyzenga-Dean is a Functional Medicine Healthcare Provider, Speaker, Writer and Consultant with over a decade of experience in private practice. She offers a new perspective on chronic health conditions and, utilizing evidence-based, integrative, and CAM therapies, helps clients find root-cause solutions that actually work. Dr. Kate aims to help her clients understand “The Why” behind any health challenge, resulting in a wider variety of treatment options, better compliance, and lasting results. You can learn more about her work at www.drkateld.com/
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[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

If you want a more comprehensive overview of women's hair loss, check out my Hair Loss Deep Dive Tutorial: www.drkateld.com/offers/m3wMKfRk

[@Wish861]

Hi new here . please tell my ferritin level is 18 ng/ml it's not optimal level I think acc to your video

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

That's correct - you can find my optimal ranges for many tests (including ferritin) in the Hair Loss Deep Dive tutorial! I made it into a nice chart and put it in the bonus section. You can learn more and sign up here: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@shannonhampel6006]

Hello Kate, what did you say you recommend for a iron supplement that won't cause belly issues? I have chronic constipation and the last and only time I've tried Iron supplements it made my constipation a thousand times worse. So I was thinking about trying the one you mentioned. My ferritin levels are always around 13-17. Thanks in advance 😃

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You can find my suggested ferritin-booster in the free checklist - sign up here to download it: www.drkateld.com/ferritin-checklist-signup

[@Ayesha1999Chatterjee]

I've tried numerous things. The sole things that actually worked for me: A good diet, proper sleeping timings, moving your body atleast for 25 mins, eating right, using quality shampoo as well as oil. I use only liiitlleextra cocoonian hair oil, shampoo for this purpose plus it does the job. The hairfall got controlled with it.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Thanks for sharing!

[@windywednesday4166]

Rosemary. I've got a rosemary shrub. I just take a bunch and steep it in water for hours until it's dark. I put it in a spritzer with a couple splashes of vinegar. I spritz my hair with that before tying it back. Rather than a fistful of hair in my brush, I might have two or three hairs in my brush. It works for me.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Love rosemary! It's also anti-aging!

[@DontStepInTheGrease]

I use organic Rosemary shampoos. Leave on scalp 2 min.

[@myunknownland9272]

In hot or cold water?

[@inChristalone1960]

Windywednesday, does Rosemary change hair color? I am silver white.

[@natmya243]

I have heard it can darken light hair @@inChristalone1960

[@missmaria165]

Bone broth... chicken broth, beef bone broth, Minoxidil 5%, castor oil. I healed my own hair loss problem through the grace of God.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad this worked for you - just be aware that if you stop using the minoxidil, you'll most likely lose all the hair you've regrown!

[@Asa-wv1zb]

Hi girl, I'm using minoxidil 5% as well. I use the foam. My hair fall started when I hit 50 so obviously due to menopause and dropping estrogen. How did your hair fall start?

[@christelreese7045]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean😊

[@OjedaBeauty]

Happy for you! Did you go through a shedding stage with minoxidil?

[@reneebanbury7066]

Thank you for this video. I have lost about half of my hair since Christmas & everyone thinks it’s just not that big of a deal. But I do! This is super helpful & nice to have someone who understand what we go through.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm glad you found it helpful! 🧡

[@polly8844]

Ya no big deal if it's not their hair but I'm going to try your remedy. Thanks!!!

[@charlotteknutsen7262]

❤ It's a very big deal to us to lose any amount of hair. I also lost around half my already baby fine hair almost 10 years ago. Wigs have been a huge blessing and these days they are comfortable and completely natural looking. BUT I went through a grieving period nonetheless over losing mine for sure. My guess is you may also be feeling like that. This year I got a scare because my blood sugar levels were showing high on a doctor's blood test. This news scared me into revamping my sugar intake of course and adding a blueberry smoothy with spinach and kale in the morning and a blackberry smoothie with spinach and kale and walnuts in the afternoon. Also instead of a lot of fast food I cook lean healthy meals. Also I take vitamin d3/k3 and a collagen biotin supplement. This eating in turn made my stress levels decline and I added daily scalp massage. Well after all those years since losing my hair it began growing in and it has thickened in back to normal. I obviously can't say this may work for you but I had to share my story with you because I thought "what if" this in deed WILL work for you. ❤

[@cynthiabarker522]

Know you are not by yourself in losing your hair. This is the second time I have suffered hair loss. It's rough seeing hair all over your bedding, in the drain , all over your clothes. I wonder how long is this going to go on..

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're absolutely right - many women suffer from hair loss and thinning, and you're not alone! I hope you found some answers and next steps to take in this video - if you're looking for a deeper understanding and more resources, check out my Hair Loss Deep Dive: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@shalona1974sweden]

Worst answer I've gotten from a doctor was when I told her that my hair was suddenly breaking off and falling out, my nails also broke from doing nothing and my skin got dull like over night. She just replied that "This isn't a beauty salon" and that was that... 🙄

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

This made me gasp - I'm so sorry you were treated so disrespectfully. I hope you found another doctor!

[@shalona1974sweden]

@DrKateLyzengaDean Thank you so, so much 🙏💕 And yes, I found a much better doctor and has come a long way since. KZbin channels like this are also very helpful 🤗

[@noelstahnke7007]

My hair is doing the same thing! I've been a hairstylist for 30 years and can not explain what's happening!!

[@divakim206]

Mine too. The top is super thin now, have to wear wigs. So upsetting.

[@amethystfeathers7324]

​@@shalona1974swedenwow that's outrageous.

[@rebeccacameron3425]

I tried to have the full thyroid panel for 15 years. No one would order it! Finally, I was diagnosed with Hashimotos when a chiropractor (!!!) ordered the tests!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

It's unfortunate, but I hear this all the time! So glad more labs are allowing people to order their own full thyroid panels.

[@_notsaf]

What medication for hashimotos helped hairloss?

[@ralluca2005]

Have been diagnosed with Hashinoto but didn't had a full thyroid pannel before. I am going to get it and see what my values are.

[@sharongates4699]

No wonder people are desperately searching for remedies outside so-called conventional medicine. I have Hashimotos due to lack of proper bloodwork for proper diagnosis (insurance companies won’t cover thorough testing). I recently had change doctors resulting in a change in medication resulting in problems, hence another round of testing to correct the problem. That resulted in a $2,000, out of pocket lab work bill to help treat a known, life threatening medical condition! Our health care system is no longer “care”. It’s robbery!

[@sdevarenne28]

I just came across your KZbin channel and can I just say.........THANK YOU!!!!!!!! Your demeanor, knowledge, presentation is so good! I feel so lucky to have found you!!! 🥰🙏 Regular doctors just don't do a darn thing. 💞💞💞💞

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! 🧡

[@e11ep]

GOSH!!!! THIS LADY IS GOOOOOOOD!!! Seriously, with an HMO, they DO NOT GIVE A RATS PATOOTEE. You have to fight for testing. They roll their eyes. Add to that, if you have textured hair, " they do not SEE" what you FEEL and see, because you can't see the scalp doesn't mean the clumps of hair lost is in your mind. Good luck to all.❤

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're totally right - and it's a shame! Glad you found my video helpful, and thanks for the comment!!! 🧡

[@pallavisreetambraparni6995]

Don't clean your sink or your hair brush or your bathroom floor that has your hair all over it. take a picture of it and how much has accumulated after a week or so. Looks like doctors need to see the proof of what is exactly going on. I know it sounds gross but I knew someone who took a picture of her blood soaked maxi pads and the toilet to show her health care provider how often she was loosing so much blood on her monthly cycle and that she literally couldn't get out of bed and had to resign her job because she took so many days off from work. Sometimes one needs to be that graphic unfortunately

[@luciana6395]

I sought help overseas since my doctor 😮 would even listen to me

[@blueraven2345]

Thank you for this information and thank you so much for not going into the great preamble that we usually must endure on how it makes us feel it etc, etc, etc.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You are so welcome!

[@MsLouisVee]

Yes, thanks for skipping the blah blah blah blah blah blah

[@RM-wl8qx]

Thank god, she did not shame or lecture. Presented information like a friend would and like a professional. Thank you.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I"m glad you found it helpful!

[@hazydreamer7965]

Hi. Thank you for your very useful advice. I am sure my need for thicker hair (which I had until my cancer treatment 20 yrs ago) can be helped at least a bit. I take biotin now and then every year, maybe every second month, but I guess I ought to do that more often. For us women, I often think, hair is like a crown and we should take good care of it.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Healthy hair can definitely be a reflection of overall health!

[@tinadoughty925]

I take biotin religiously (1 a day ) and it has helped my hair become fuller and thicker .

[@marywendelken9227]

Very impressive overview of the medical causes and solutions for female hair loss. 100% science; so well presented and explained. Thank you!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Thanks so much! I'm all about science over here 🧡

[@michelepraden7048]

Thank-you. I started losing hair after gastric bypass surgery. It stopped. My hair was fine for years. I'm losing hair again. To me, as a nurse, it appears significant. Long story short, I'm not getting answers from mainstream medical professionals. Thank-you for this video & the information in it. It points me in the correct direction for true resolution.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm glad you found it helpful! 🧡

[@smh1072]

Hi Michele. Have you been having Vitamin B12 injections every 3 months since your surgery? After my Bariatric surgery, I was taking my vitamins which incorporated B12, however after two months my hair fall was crazy. My hair is so thin now. My doctor has now started my B12 injections 3 monthly. Apparently I should have commenced them shortly after surgery, but I thought I had to wait until I ceased the vitamins. I’m now waiting for my hair to thicken up, at least the fallout has slowed down hugely. Xx

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

@@smh1072 Agreed - I always recommend checking B12 levels when hair loss is a problem. Optimizing them is crucial for many functions in the body, not just hair. Glad your doctor caught it!

[@Dandelion_flight]

My ferritin level is at 90ng/mL in my recent blood test but my hair continues to shed like crazy. It's been worse in recent months but have been shedding madly for the past 1.5 years or more. It's distressing. Stress has been a huge part of why I am experiencing this shedding, as well as menopause.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hormones can be a real root cause - check out some of the other videos on my channel - lots of options to improve hormone health and balance!

[@Dandelion_flight]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean I have tried B vitamins and Mg complex which are compounded and even Adaptex and also Black Cohosh supplement which are all costly functional therapy products. It did nothing for me. I am on HRT now. I hope it will help. But I am suspecting the estrogen dose is too low. Still early days, am monitoring my progress.

[@kmaben8985]

Check for household mold also.

[@debbiecreter2005]

I noticed an excessive amount of hair loss beginning a month after recovering from COVID and lasting 3 months afterwards. Fortunately, even though my hair strands are fine, I have a lot of hair so I didn’t look bald, but noticeable thinner. It gradually grew back.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

A COVID infection can be a big stressor on the body for lots of reasons - which can cause temporary (or chronic) hair loss. We've seen this a lot! Glad yours grew back!

[@vinceraineing]

Very intelligent and well spoken

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you found it helpful 🧡

[@allisondougherty7937]

I have a ferritin level of 37 atm. I have lost half of my hair. My GP's keep telling me that my iron is "fine ". I'm in Australia, so I can't see you. I would if I could! I am currently taking an iron syrup called maltofer. I am also going through menopause and on hrt. I have advocated for myself and finally had a thyroid test last week. I don't yet have the results for that. Thank you so much for your video! I knew that my ferritin was sub optimal.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Keep advocating for yourself! And don't give up! 🧡

[@cmwHisArtist]

I started taking kelp and copper and my balding spot filled in and my hair darkened a bit to a silver that strangers compliment me on.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad that worked for you!

[@how_you_talk]

How did u take like supplements?

[@nikki4407]

Liqurice root drops has changed my life for hair loss, DHT issue

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

A great adaptogen! 🧡

[@delianestor4278]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean 11:00

[@t.e.8084]

As soon as I quit my toxic job my hair has started growing in spots that couldn't grow in before.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Stress is a real factor for sure!

[@cindyleewood1]

I was chronically anemic for decades because of an extremely heavy menstrual flow. And have suffered from hypothyroidism. I no longer have a uterus (which was huge because of fibroid tumors) but am still on levothyroxine. And as a single mom of special needs twins exhaustion and depression almost destroyed me. I am better now most of the time but my hair went from full and beautiful to thin and see through on top. The thinning started in my early 30s. Every time I have ever taken iron it has has an adverse effect on me.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

So many root causes in this journey besides iron. It can be hard to tolerate if not in an absorbable form - that's for sure!

[@chrissyellem7397]

You might want to look into changing your diet. It's better to eat your vitamins/supplements rather than downing a pill.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Not always! Sometimes concentrated active compounds found in supplements are necessary in addition to dietary changes because of genetic inefficiencies, gut issues, and hormonal imbalances. You can't always eat your way out of dysfunction.

[@lucy16076]

I just came across your channel after watching videos on Hypothyroidism, and I'm so glad I followed the black hole of KZbin & found your channel! I had a full thyroidectomy in 2020 (cancer), and am now experiencing (and have been for 1 year or more), crazy hair loss, along with brain fog, joint pain, lack of recall & to a small degree depression. I've always been known for my long curly hair, and now my hair is so thin it's "see through." I went to a new well known hairdresser that brushed it off to "just needing a new hair cut", which I did to the tune of $450 with products to help thicken(which they didn't). My GP is old school & chalked it up to normal "aging". I have asked for a T3 test, to which he said no. I will ask my Endocrinologist for a full thryoid panel due in Sept & go from there. In the meantime THANK YOU for all your dietary & supplement suggestions. Its' nice to know that this is NOT NORMAL aging!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

So glad you found the video helpful - and sorry it took so long for someone to validate what you know! Keep pushing forward!

[@susanheath5467]

Excellent. Clear and informative. Kind and sympathetic, too!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm glad you found it helpful! 🧡

[@solitairestarr5516]

Thanks - that was GREAT! I've been suffering from hair loss for half my life. Doing a bit better recently with Biotin, B1, Probiotics, Sea Kelp (for the thyroid) and a topical solution which is applied to the scalp daily. I will get some of these bloodwork tests done. I also appear to have Morton's foot, which means I cannot process B6, so I take p-5-p. I wonder how relevant that is to this prolonged hair issue. I thought I was B6 deficient for decades and was always taking B6 to no effect.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you enjoyed the video! 🧡

[@charlotteknutsen7262]

So interesting about vitamin b6 and Morton's foot!!

[@pallavisreetambraparni6995]

What is sea kelp??

[@annalax375]

Just take 2 big spoons of freshly grouded flaxseeds each morning. So cheap and so effective

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Flax can certainly have benefits in the right situation!

[@KimPhilibert1203]

I am taking a diabetic drug injection and have found that I have lost quite a bit of hair. Thank you so much for all of these tips I have tried everything I am on all kinds of vitamins but I'm going to add some of the items that you have spoken about on this video. You are much appreciated for giving this information to those of us who have had this issue because of illness. ❤❤

[@Lauren-vd4qe]

are u on a low glycemic diet?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm glad you found it helpful 🧡

[@mariettagernandt4575]

A family member of mine had the same issue. She is now on a low-carb diet and could scale down considerably on her diabetic medication. Her hair has regrown beautifully and she looks and feels much healthier...

[@helengabr5743]

Thank you for this very helpful and clear information ❤. I know my ferritin is low so now I can do something about it. I live on a farm in. Egypt so I am lucky I have fresh organic eggs, meat etc. We grow our own veges too. I can get supplements but the good ones are really expensive. So it's nature's way for me! 😊

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad it was helpful! Your farm sounds beautiful.

[@Milomuffin771]

My hairloss much improved after I started to eat Greek yoghurt (Fage). It must be the protein. It is difficult for a female eating two meals a day to eat enough protein. I add frozen strawberries and Stevia and it makes a lovely dessert. Previously I tried biotin, iron, vitamin tablets to no avail.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Thanks for sharing this - it can be difficult to get enough protein! Sounds like you found a delicious way to enjoy it.

[@poonamshah6507]

Love this video. You present so well.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Thank you so much for watching - and for your kind words! 🧡

[@zebaparveen120]

Hey, I have hashimotos and hair fall is heavy, how can i reduce my anti bodies and come out of autoimmune disease and how to i recover my hair loss, please do suggest me or make a video on it.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Lots of resources in the video description! 😁

[@jp-ov1sv]

Which supplements in particular are to help with hair loss? Thank you for your informative information.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm glad you found it helpful! You can find my recommended hair loss supplements at the following link www.drkateld.com/updated-kmld-supplement-template-1-e9addc2a-43ef-4e58-89be-f94a3cc55b67

[@jeanettesovick271]

Great presentation! Thank you! Could you tell me how one brand of the same supplement, I.e., PURE - HAIR, SKIN, NAILS compares with NUTRAFOL?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're welcome! As for your question comparing the two, there are many differences, but the ones that come to mind immediately are that you have to take double the Nutrafol (4 per day) to get the same levels of the main ingredients as Hair/Skin/Nails (2 per day), Nutrafol uses 2 proprietary blends (meaning you don't know exactly how much of each ingredient is in them), and Nutrafol lacks Silica, which is an important ingredient for hair strength. Those are just a few of the reasons Hair/Skin/Nails Ultra gets my vote! Here's the link to check out the ingredients: us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-functional-hair-growth-supplement-guide

[@NewThird-nn7ks]

Hi Doctor Kate.. Thank you so much for your podcast...am suffering terrible hair loss plus few other issues... still hopeful for solutions...will rewatch your video.....Tq 🤝😊

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I hope you can find some solutions in my videos! Don't forget to sign up for your Free Hair Re-Growth Checklist! Just click the link below, enter your name and email, and I'll send it right to your inbox: www.drkateld.com/free-hair-re-growth-checklist-signup

[@dekaali2808]

Thanks you very helpful information I like how you explain simple and understandable appreciate your time.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Wow! Thanks so much - glad you found it helpful!

[@charliebyerly3931]

Just read this on tbe blood test site regarding ferritin tests: Due to potential interference, do not collect samples from patients receiving high dose biotin therapy (i.e. >5 mg/day) until at least 8 hours (optimally 24 to 72 hours) following the last dose.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Yes, biotin can interfere with certain blood tests.

[@zoewalton1234]

Great video, it was so helpful!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TraceyAndrews-z8e]

THANK YOU! I thought my issues were postpartum hair loss, but I recently had a full workup on my Thyroid and had high antithyroid paroxidase! My doctor referred me to an immunologist who said we will wait until it impacts T4 and go from there. Unacceptable in my perspective. will look into more functional medicine, but cut out a lot of my reactive foods and the loss has stopped now I need to regrow.......

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hopefully you found some helpful hair re-growth solutions in my video! For more info, sign up for my free Functional Hair Growth Checklist: www.drkateld.com/free-hair-re-growth-checklist-signup

[@Jasmine-uw1hh]

Really we never get right answer for hair loss ❤

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hopefully you found some answers in my video!

[@suzannerose8635]

DONT WASH YOUR HAIR IN HARD WATER PLEASE.🇦🇺

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

I love your video…and I have subscribed. Thank you.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Thanks for subscribing! Be sure to grab your Free Hair Re-Growth Checklist here: www.drkateld.com/free-hair-re-growth-checklist-signup

[@moonlithippie]

So unbelievably helpful!! 💕

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@1CelloOne]

My practitioner urged me to do a saliva test which showed my testosterone level was off by the most minute amount. According to research, testosterone can turn into DHT if your testosterone levels are off. DHT attaches to healthy hair follicles and makes the hair fall out. This has been my personal experience. Once I was put on testosterone cream, (it took a few months to get the correct dosage for my body) my hair stopped falling out. Currently using a compounding pharmacy in SC for testosterone cream. When I interviewed my current GP, I asked him if he would be willing to sign off on the prescription the pharmacy writes as they have 25 years experience with women's HRT.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

This is why I recommend the DUTCH test - it helps figure out DHT levels compared to other hormones. I cover androgenic hair loss in detail in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmeqaqqCn99grLM

[@mypointofview1111]

How about low hormone levels due to the menopause? A common problem in older ladies. I take multiple vitamins and minerals but my hair continues to fall out, so it's a natural part of getting older. Taking HRT isn't an option due to the high risk of developing breast cancer

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hormones can definitely be a root cause - but there are safe & science-based ways to address this, too! Check out my Menopause Myths video for more on this topic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYbSiJuYjpqobpI

[@olilumgbalu5653]

Ferritin levels can be high due to inflammation as well so combine testing ferritin with testing serum iron levels and percent iron saturation.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You certainly could!

[@wrknout]

Hemochromatosis

[@cathyleposa-petraud8054]

Very informative... I really can relate - Especially with my blood test results for my Thyroxine tablets dose. Great explanations... Thank You ❤❤❤

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you found it helpful! 🧡

[@janetxuereb3078]

This video was so helpful and informative.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Yay! Glad it was helpful!

[@Krista1979]

Hi Dr. Kate! So cool to see you on YT! Former patient here. :) Can’t wait to check out your other videos.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you found me! I hope you enjoy the channel 🧡

[@johoare6991]

Things that have helped my hair is drinking home made kefir taking inositol ,unsulphured blackstrap molases and taking Pysllium husk My diet is a healthy balanced one not excluding any dairy etc

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad it's helping!

[@stephaniecolant]

Very informative! Thanks

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robanks3895]

I've always had very thick hair , but now in my early 60s and my hair is so much thinner now due to having hypothyroidism. I lost all the hair from the bottom of my legs about 10 years ago which is a good thing as I no longer need to shave my legs. I also lost the outer hair on both eyebrows. I am not sure if any food or supplements will make my hair thicker again

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

This is where Functional Medicine shines - by getting to the root of the issue (hypothyroidism) instead of only treating the symptoms 🙌🏼

[@jeanettesovick271]

Do doc’s in the field of Functional Medicine accept medical insurance , and/or MEDICARE??

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I do know of some FM docs who accept insurance, but not Medicare. Unfortunately, coverage for this type of care isn't covered most of the time. But, hopefully that will change someday!

[@shoshanachavab]

I just looked at your list of supplements to take for thinning hair and I am taking near,y all of them. I live in Israel and at the moment we are in the middle of a horrendous war. So I suppose I have major stress and that might be causing this. ☹️

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm so sorry - I can hardly think of a more stressful situation to be in. I have a mini-workshop all about Functional Medicine strategies to help target your body's chronic stress response - perhaps that would help! You can sign up here: www.drkateld.com/stress-better-workshop

[@virginiaweeks8932]

God bless you

[@sherrieleinweber6238]

Take care. Thoughts and prayers with you.

[@Judy-ge4cu]

God bless & protect you ❤️🙏

[@melodiejohnston9528]

Thank you for this. I appreciate your candour and supportive comments. Very interesting.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you found it helpful! 🧡

[@wendy8561]

New subscriber Thank you so much definitely need your help God bless

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Welcome! I hope you find my other videos helpful too 🧡

[@DS40764]

Thank you. Glad I discovered your channel

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Yay! Welcome!

[@elizabethpinto4473]

Hi! I was looking for the iron recommendation. I would really like to get a good product. Thank You 😊

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Here are my favorite ferritin-boosting supports, including iron: us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-ferritin-boosting-supplements

[@audreynaidoo2797]

Thank you for explaining all the necessary details to help me understand all about hair loss

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're welcome! Glad I was helpful! 🧡

[@Dogandcatmom51]

@@DrKateLyzengaDeanare iron supplements safe for people over 50? I’ve heard that they aren’t.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

It all depends on your iron and ferritin levels - that's why I suggest testing before taking iron if you're post menopausal. But a LOT of people are low, so it's definitely worth checkin. 😁

[@Dogandcatmom51]

But for people who aren’t low I mean.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

If you're not low in iron or ferritin, you're probably getting enough from food and don't need a supplement 👍🏼

[@alisonmorris4444]

What a nice lady 😊 and great delivery 👌❤️

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@shivanisingh4236]

I'm suffering from severe hairloss & shedding from last 3 years & still loosing i almost lost 90% hairs whole scalp is visible I'm just 26 facing lot of mental issues. I'm loosing hairs all over my hair 😭😭😭

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I hope you can find some solutions in my videos! Don't forget to sign up for your Free Hair Re-Growth Checklist! Just click the link below, enter your name and email, and I'll send it right to your inbox: www.drkateld.com/free-hair-re-growth-checklist-signup

[@omahhumvajragurupadmasiddhihum]

I think you really need to take your mental issues. Stress wreaks havoc on your body. Stressing about your hair only makes it worse. Do what works for you, but find peace and harmony.

[@kmccarthy3760]

We no we get old but i do like to have my hair on my head stress dont help and so on .Thankyou.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're right - stress can definitely impact hormones and hair growth - but there are strategies you can use to counteract this! 👍🏼

[@carolmartin2503]

THANK YOU! I have an underachieve thyroid and have never been happy with my hair and feel it is too thin ! I'm on Armor and very glad for it..... but would like it to be MORE effective. Still cold, hair thin, tired, SO = I WILL now consult with my doctor! ~ Recently had the usual test but it 'didn't indicate' a 'need' to increase my perscription = So I'll be consulting with the doctor this week. You've increased my understanding of the problem... Thanks again. ps = I'm quite 'involved' and 'occupied' for having put eighty four years on this earth! =}

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! 🧡

[@daisysingh4659]

Thank you Dr very informative! I suffer with under acting thyroid! On levothyroxine at the moment, hair loss, brittle nails, insomnia. too!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hope you found some strategies you can use!

[@daisysingh4659]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean thanks, yes my Dr is very good!

[@marshareed1438]

It’s a DHT problem if you’re in menopause and especially if you’re taking HRT. I use a DHT blocking shampoo & conditioner. It’s a godsend! The downside is it’s expensive! It could be caused from low iron or stress but those can be ruled out by symptoms & bloodwork.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Sometimes - but not always! That's why it's important to test for androgens (at any age, including menopause).

[@NikPen7]

What's the shampoo brand?

[@maddiem5921]

Thank you for this overview. If follicles have already miniaturised over the parting, crown and temples, how likely is it that raising ferritin levels to 70+ after so many years of thinning will reverse this?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

It really depends on the person and the original root cause of the hair loss - but it would be really difficult to regrow hair without optimal ferritin

[@shirleypryor5092]

Thanks so much. Cannot find suggested supplements.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you enjoyed the video! I posted the supplement link in the video description, but here it is again. bit.ly/hairlosssupplements

[@janenuss6]

Great video! Thank you

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're very welcome! 🧡

[@Rebecca640]

Another important reason is iodine deficiency. Which causes thyroid problems and hair thinning

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Thyroid problems are definitely at the root of many cases of hair loss & thinning! 👍🏼

[@angelapetty1352]

thank you so much for this video.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're welcome! I hope you found it helpful 🧡

[@vonitaesse4307]

One forgotten reason is lack of sleep. Another is genetics.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

So many root causes!

[@TheePrettyGirlSwag]

Your genetics is the gun but your environment pulls the trigger. Most of this is poor diet/lifestyle. Hair loss is not congenital- it’s a result of lifestyle ultimately. We shouldn’t throw in the towel just because someone in your family has hair loss. To me that means the opposite; one should be more vigilant about what they eat. All of the conditions mentioned in the video result from eating the Standard American Diet (SAD).

[@mariettagernandt4575]

I find that many doctors don't know when it comes to hair loss issues.... Something that needs attention too is the hair products we use, most shampoos are very drying on the scalp and contain chemicals of which the effects are unknown. I have changed to something which has the consistency of aquas cream and I can tell you that it has made a massive difference for me. No more dandruff, itchy scalp, scaly ear lobes and hands full of hair coming out and running down the drain. Check your products!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Definitely something to consider 👍🏼

[@katebeedot6964]

What's aquas cream?

[@claire3gen710]

yes I agree. I ditched all shampoo and conditioners in favour for baking soda wash and apple cider vinegar rinse just a few weeks ago. My drastic hair loss eased to just a few per day. Then I began adding salt to my diet and it has made all the difference. I had hair loss for at least 7 years before changing to a carnivore diet (18 months ago) and saw slight improvement, as was getting all the essential micronutrients needed, but it was salt that made the greatest difference. The recommended levels of salt in our diet by mainstream professionals is severely inadequate it seems after research done by people such as Cardiovascular Medical Scientist James Dinicolantonio. Our bodies just don't function without adequate amounts to assist and carry nutrients.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Micronutrient balance definitely makes a big difference!

[@Cynthia-s2p]

What do you use that is the consistency of aquas cream?

[@pinhohelena7812]

Merci beaucoup ❤🙏

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🧡

[@Rosalie2204]

Dr Dean on the mention of Vitamin C, it’s always ascorbic acid, that it’s not a complete vitamin, would you be able to give a recommendation of a complete one ? Thanks in advance 🌺

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Here is a link to my favorite complete vitamin C. www.drkateld.com/vitamin-C

[@sihaansihaan1814]

Hi kate ..please tell how to control hormonal imbalance for hairloss

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Check out this video and the resources that go with it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmeqaqqCn99grLM

[@c.f.6005]

Great video

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Thanks so much 🧡

[@ThePracticalIntuitive]

Thanks for this information.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you found it helpful 🧡

[@valentetait8918]

I'm.going through menapouse, and before that I didn't new i have peri menapouse, and so my hair and skin changed, And then in June,Menapouse it me full blown , I had it BAD ,And then I found Femolene mylife mature ➕. Ok my diet is that good. But the Femolene has everything in, Biotin everything you mentioned, and all I could add extra was ,1 tablet magnesium and 1000mg Evening Primrose and that helped my and after suffering for 3 months with heavy menapouse symptoms, It's eventually gone. But yes I can do with a better diet, if you can Mension what to eat to help my hair grow thicker my hair is thin,and gets oily, easy, and I just started using the Loreal Alvive Hydra Hyaluronic Acid Shampoo set.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Thick, healthy hair comes from overall good health - so when it comes to foods, I recommend lots of colorful fruits and veggies, oily fish like salmon, lean protein like beans and poultry, and staying away from artificial ingredients, processed foods and snacks, and too much sugar (especially sweets and sweetened beverages). 👍🏼

[@nancyheft1775]

My hair was thinning rapidly because I stopped taking my snythroid. Once I started taking it again, my hair is back to being thick.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Definitely a connection between hair health and thyroid health 👍🏼

[@desertrose7058]

hmm, been told older women dont need added iron to supplements.. now confused @ this. When pregnant 25 yrs ago (at 40) had the best hair ever when taking prenatal vit /minerals... have wondered if taking some again will do the same thing (or if bad idea bec of high iron & folic acid) ?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

That's a good point - and why it's best practice to check ferritin and iron levels before supplementing - many of my clients are surprised by what they find!

[@lanazak773]

Could be hormonal too, progesterone?

[@sagek7949]

Pregnancy is a pro growth health state, it’s not just the vitamins. Non pregnant women don’t get the same effect with vitamins.

[@stephaniewalker3288]

It’s common knowledge that when pregnant your hair is so good. I didn’t take any vitamins while pregnant so it was more than likely the pregnancy .

[@breal7277]

I began taking pre natal vitamin for my thinning hair three months ago. Th hair is till thin but it grew really long!

[@ShellG.]

@Dr. Kate Lyzenga-Dean :) Hi! Can you please share a direct link to the micronutrients? I'm not seeing it. Thank you!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Here's the link you requested bit.ly/hairlosssupplements

[@allishark]

So I had my ferritin levels checked recently and they are on the very lowest level of normal (21 NG/ml) So I believe you pinpointed the cause of my hair loss. So I have been experimenting with ferrous bisglycinate. However, within hours of taking it, I am incredibly bloated and my poops are irregular for days. My whole world is centered around having my morning poop. I don’t eat meat. I have been eating more pumpkin seeds and olives to incorporate more iron. Is there any hope that my gut may adjust to ferrous bisglycinate over time? Any tips to help reduce the gut upset? I so appreciate all your information-it is so wonderful to finally have an answer for my hair loss!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You could try a lower dose or taking it every-other day. Those symptoms could also be a sign of a deeper gut issue that needs to be addressed - check out my video specifically on ferritin for more info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKatiad4n7-VZ6s

[@allishark]

@@DrKateLyzengaDeanthank you so much for your reply! I watched your other video and am feeling a renewed motivation. I’m going to start emptying the capsules slightly since I can’t find a lower dose than what I’m taking now. I also ordered some L. Plantarum. I so appreciate your videos and all the wonderful knowledge you share!! Low ferritin explains SO many symptoms I deal with so I’m excited to get this supplement to work for me!

[@biancainitaly3]

Last time I went into a hair saloon was when I was 17. They were always complaining about my thin and dry hair so i stopped going there. Then a lot of money wasted at the Derm only to hear ,,try this shampoo etc". I reasearched the causes by my self and so, at 24 I decided to get my thyroid tested. The doctor was so surprised like ,,why? You're so young you can't have thyroid problems". Turns out I did. Hypo type. She said if you start medication, your hair will get better. It didn't. Also micropolycistic ovary which I can't treat for other reasons. I kinda lost faith in the medical system and started on topical minoxidil. It's not working great but it does something. Today I'm 34 and this is still so painful to me, I'm crying almost everyday because of it.I'm terrified of what my hair will be like in 10years from now. Anyway, I'll try to test my ferritin and go to a trychologyst again. Let's not lose our hope in this battle!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm sorry that this has been your experience - you're not alone. Be sure to check out my Hair Loss Deep Dive for more guidance and steps to take...you have options! Here's more info about the deep dive tutorial: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@kimyoung3484]

Thank you so much.❤️🌹❤️

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you found it helpful! 🧡

[@kimyoung3484]

​@@DrKateLyzengaDeanPlease have a great day ❤😁

[@mj24672]

Can Atenolol (blood pressure drug) cause hair loss? I started losing it after menopause. I was told that it’s female pattern baldness and there’s no cure for it.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Some medications can cause hair loss as a side effect or deplete the key micronutrients that are needed to maintain hair growth. As for female pattern baldness, I address that root cause (and show you how to determine if you have it) in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmeqaqqCn99grLM

[@VelisiweMntambo]

Thanks for the information Dr. I have more thyroid symptoms like hair loss, less eyebrows, sore throat and constipation. Pls help me to do testing in order to get right treatment.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'd suggest a full thyroid panel - I do offer at-home thyroid testing kits on my website if that's an option for you to order - check it out here: www.drkateld.com/functional-lab-testing

[@VelisiweMntambo]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean Thanks dr but I stay in South Africa. How can I get these home testing kits?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You could see if there are any functional labs in South Africa - or you could try using a redirecting agency?

[@kmccarthy3760]

Thankyou.❤

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're welcome 🧡

[@charlybrown1752]

Dr Kate. My friend in her 70's has Alopecia Areata. Do you have a cure for Alopecia Areata so her hair will start again. Doctors in Australia have not been able to help. Your advice would be very much appreciated.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hi there! I talk about the root cause of alopecia areata in my hair loss deep dive tutorial - here's some more info about it: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@marykopydlowski4654]

Ive tried it all. I use rosary now just to strengthen hair. I take seizure meds. Iys hard on your whole body

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm not familiar with rosary, (do you mean rosemary?) but I do have some other suggestions in my Hair Loss Checklist that could be useful - here's a link where you can sign up: www.drkateld.com/free-hair-re-growth-checklist-signup

[@dilsaliosatos8797]

Yes is true

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you found it helpful 🧡

[@nicolelouis8968]

What about when fine hair is genetic? I have fine hair but it has improved using Bovine collagen, Rosemary, the ordinary multi hair serum, and natural Herbal shampoos for hair loss and growth. And red light therapy from time to time. I had huge hair loss when I burnt out, it was terrible. It has all grown back now and more but still too fine for my liking, am in my 50's

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hair texture change can be an indicator of other insufficiencies in micronutrients - could be worth it to check some micronutrient levels

[@nicolelouis8968]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean Thank you. Do you think we can surpass our genetics?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

In many cases, genetics are VERY influenced by environment - it's called epigenetics! Be sure to check out my video about anxiety and genetics...it explains a bit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYm0Y6R-d8xrpMU

[@nicolelouis8968]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean Thank you so much. Your words makes sense already.

[@tinavancas3607]

My hairloss started, or I noticed it, in October 2022 - clumps of hair were coming out and my overall hair when I was washing it seemed sooo thin. I had covid on 7/30/22 and blood tests in February 2023 that showed ferritin at 14 and vitamin D at 24. So the dermatologist stated I needed iron IV and 50000 IU Vitamin D3. My levels were all fine by May 2023. My hair stopped shedding by February, but my overall hair is so much less dense - my ponytail is less than 1/3 than what it was. I do not notice bald spots or really a substantial spreading of the part. I notice tons of new hairs but the front of my hair under direct light is very thin. Is this really TE and not Androgenic Alopecia? I will say it continues to look and feel thinner - and it is diffused.Other than my father no-one else in my family has this. I am not on any medication and I am a 49 almost 50yo female. Or does it really take this long for your hair to grow back enough to notice increased density and overall thickness? Thank you for this video!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Could definitely be Androgenic Alopecia - you're in the right age bracket! Check out this video for more insight: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmeqaqqCn99grLM

[@pallavisreetambraparni6995]

Thanx for this information

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're welcome!

[@kimhayes]

Does Dr. Kate have her own products (supplements?)

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hi, there! I do not have a supplement line because there are so many great products already available (and because I like to keep things affordable for those who purchase them) BUT you can find my recommended products for hair loss here: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-checklist-supplement-guide

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

Is seeing an endocrinologist a good idea?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Sometimes...if I'm being honest, most of my clients who struggle with hair loss didn't get much help from an endocrinologist. If you could find a Functional Medicine endocrinologist, that would be a better bet!

[@shirleym4471]

What about extremely high Ferritin levels. What needs to be done. Been told it's not a concern.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Depends what "extremely" means - and in the context of other labs. If iron is also high, it could mean that you're taking in too much iron (food, supplements, etc). Or it could be that you have an iron storage problem. Or it could be normal for you - again, it really depends on how it fits with the big picture of your health. 👍🏼

[@annepearson4357]

I have hyper thyroid, with high t4. Had oopherohysterectomy like 33 years ago. I too have thinning hair, but also chronic low iron. will ask next blood test to specifically check my ferrin. Interesting how any major discrepancies in our endocrine system can really screw your bodily health up. I know, for sure... I truly wish my thyroid worked right. So much other crap like tachicardia, etc. A not working thyroid does su**! My mother had hyper thyroid & thinning hair too. Also wonder if it's heredity related? Just babbling... ✌

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

The struggle is real 🧡

[@alagahinorondez8525]

Def. Need it s an issue won't change anything but got rosemary helps out eat gud diet no sleep coz lost my mom affects my optimal lifestyle habits needs freedom likewise so i'm still going through hills ..🏠🔥🌏🙏🌞

[@divyashiny5223]

Hello mam my estrodial is 33 on my period first day it is normal dr said normal but I'm having hairloss vit d is 35 ferritin is 44

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hi there! I answer all of these questions in my Hair Loss Deep Dive - there's a whole chart of optimal ranges and an hour-long tutorial about root causes (including hormones and how to measure and interpret them). You can sign up here: www.drkateld.com/offers/m3wMKfRk

[@GiaGanesh]

My ferritin is low and taking iron supplements hasn’t helped,..what should I do

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

In Functional Medicine we would assess your gut - to figure out why you're not absorbing or utilizing the iron you're taking. Could also be a quality problem with the supplement

[@khowler]

Have had thyroid issues for years. They keep trying to tell me that they are normal with my meds. However I still have many of the issues you listed. :( Endocrinologist told me I need to lose weight or he is going to drop me as a patient, but I am severely constipated and can't use the bathroom normally anymore. I exercise 5 days a week and any of the diabetic weight loss drugs make me servely sick to my stomach now. Don't know what to do. 😢

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Sorry you're struggling with this - that's no way for a healthcare provider to behave! Sounds like it's time to find a better advocate who understands whole-person health. Given your gut issues, it could also be helpful to do some functional testing in that area - check out the options on my website if you'd like: www.drkateld.com/gi-map-test-info

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

They have shown through tests that I have nodules on my thyroid and said nodules have grown and increase in size.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Sounds like something's going on there - time for comprehensive testing! If you're in the US you can order it yourself on my website: www.drkateld.com/functional-lab-testing

[@soralasilber9737]

I’m looking for a really gentle shampoo sulfate free and fragrance free Won’t cause any hair loss or shedding oily scalp

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Check EWG.org for ideas!

[@rebeccaprather444]

Girl im only 28 and within the last year ive had my hair thin so badly the older women around me have thicker hair than me.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm sorry - hopefully you found some helpful information in my video!

[@mjaylith5232]

Well isn't it just getting older? I mean I'm 72, so....? I've been on thyroid meds (hypo) for 10 yrs. I'm fairly healthy, except for that nasty stroke I had 3 yrs ago.(CSVD) No mental problems that I can see. Body doesn't co-operate all the time, but losing my hair does bother me. It's slowly going away,.. faster lately. But it's a bummer that the last few yrs of my life I have look like this.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Could be worth checking ferritin as iron levels can drop with age - hair loss is definitely a bummer!

[@jeankhn4621]

Unfortunately I tried online to get a free consultation from a doctor well known took my money and gave me no consultation. I will not do anything online again.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Sorry to hear that! Scammers ruin it for all of us 😡