Menopausal Hair Loss

Dr. Mary Claire Haver, creator and founder of The Galveston Diet discusses the science behind menopausal hair loss and what you can do about it.
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Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist from Tulane University. She is a Louisiana State University Medical Center graduate and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). She is also a Certified Menopause Specialist through The Menopause Society.
Dr. Haver was a clinical professor at UTMB and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Haver has served as a Hospitalist, Associate Residency Director, and Assistant Professor in her career. In 2021 she opened Mary Claire Wellness, a clinic dedicated to caring for the menopausal patient.
Dr. Haver has amassed over 3 million followers across social media by posting advice for women going through menopause. She understands that menopause healthcare is in dire need of change and is proud to be leading the conversation.
Her educational background and her own experience led Dr. Haver to develop the national bestselling book and online program, The Galveston Diet, a three-pronged lifestyle plan that encourages fuel refocusing, intermittent fasting, and anti-inflammatory nutrition to manage hormonal
symptoms, stabilize weight, and revitalize the body as it ages to provide benefits that will last a lifetime. Dr. Haver is working on her second book,
The New Menopause, which will be released in the Spring of 2024.
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[@Rukhsar219UI]

Using natural oils during scalp massages really works in hair fall control. Oils such as coconut, onion, as well as rosemary are particularly good. I combine a few drops of rosemary oil to my liiitlleextra cocooionn shampoo and hair oil set, and this really helped in seeing good hair growth.

[@varaddhagorai587]

The littelllextra cocoonioon oil contains rosemary, coconut, onion, hibiscus, which are known as superfoods for promoting hair growth. I loved the texture of the oil. The smell is subtle and not overwhelming. Overall, it’s a great product and it has reduced my hair fall by more than 75%.

[@michy2630]

I hear so many mixed reviews about using rosemary. Most say it is placebo but I do hear many ppl say it works. From what I have read, it needs to be done daily or twice a day massaged into the scalp

[@laurenb916]

umm no.

[@elainelerma9356]

I really am grateful for your videos! I am a heart attack survivor and I am going to be looking into taking HRT. I am 50 and in shape my doc told me it was a rare thing that I had a heart attack. Anyway thanks again for your videos.

[@iss8504]

Heart attack is #1 killer of women. It's a myth that it's rare for women esp your age

[@capellihairextsny]

Rosemary ginger cloves. Saw palmetto. Pumpkin seeds. - so much more. This is my field

[@chai848]

Do you have a website? It’s very distressing to start losing hair but there must be natural things that help. Thank you:)

[@lseh4720]

Are these all in oils or do we have to make them from food? Saw Palmetto? What’s that? Pumpkin seeds-eat them or what? Thank you

[@kathe.o.]

I'm 73, been doing the side part since a co-worker who had training as a hairstylist suggested it. Because I was menopausal & my center part was thinning. Dr. Mary Claire Havers I just wish to GOD there had been a doctor of your sort available in my day. I am sharing your videos with my perimenopausal 43 year old daughter & a 51 year old new friend. You are amazing. My daughter still has hesitating in believing. But my 51 year old is gobbling up every video I send her.

[@CamiDiscerns]

I'm 33 and going through extreme hair loss, you can see my scalp all over. It's traumatizing, especially because my hair was very long, thick, healthy, full & a part of my identity, I LOVED my hair so so so much! My hair was always complemented & admired by people, its like I'm being punished. My hair loss started a year ago, but the last few months it has been just falling out, all day.. Showers are traumatizing, brushing is hell. I'm starting minoxidil tomorrow. I pray it works. I'm tripping so hard. Of all the aesthetic things that could happen to me, this is like taking my favorite part of me away from me.

[@drmaryclaire]

I would see a dermatologist as well ASAP

[@mrs.h4484]

Yes, see a dermatologist if have not done so. Don't take you are just losing hair due to genetics either. You may be low on something and stressing adds to it. I started losing hair on and off in my early 30's after starting a high stress job. The things that helped was birth control pills(low androgen), becoming pregnant, and minoxidil helped some. I just would notice hair growth with these things. These things, of course, at different times. So androgen has something to do with hair loss also. Every time I have had a stress to by body I would experience hair shed. To add there has been a study on rosemary oil, oregano oil works as well as minoxidil. To add, currently I am using keratin intensive hair drops.

[@denisescobie1058]

Same here grl I am so sad about this my man recommended me to go see a dermatologist so my doctor referred me to one im calling tom to set up an appmt im literally thinking of cutting my hair short if this doesn't stop im going to ask about minoxidil can't wait to see if this works im also going through premonapause u should see if you can find another doctor tht will listen to u good luck

[@ItsmeCR-g8j]

I’m in the same boat. I was a bit disappointed that the dermatologist I visited today told be to try using biotin for 3 months to start.

[@mjc42701]

Look into finasteride, my hair was thinning due to menopause, then I was diagnosed with Uterine cancer and went through a radical hysterectomy 9 months ago, I had a huge amount of hair fall out following surgery, I could see my scalp in areas, I started on finasteride 5mgs a day and my hair is very noticeably growing back, I had tried minoxidil and never saw much of a change, it only kept what I had or slowed down the loss, it also irritated my scalp, please talk to your doctor, I have not had any side effects and I am also on a .5 estradiol patch, again talk to your doctor but I have had great results.

[@GermanZimmerer]

I lost my dad in 2020 to Sepsis. Then a few months later in 2022 my husband had another of his many affairs & filed for divorce. Then a few month later my only sibling (brother) six day's after celebrating his 46th birthday, dropped dead of a massive heart attack. He had no children & I have no children. I'm left to care for my only other immediate family member... my 88 year old mother. It's been really hard mentally/emotionally & physically with 3 spinal surgeries & now I'm in Perimenopaus. So, yup, I'm guessing my Dermatologist diagnosed me correctly with mild alopecia. 😫😭💔

[@jeepgurl1379]

“Remove the stressor”, that would be my husband and my job! 😆

[@Puddycat00]

Me too. And I work for my husband. The stress will kill me soon. But I am losing my hair ALOT . I’m 54 now and my hair is half as thick as it used to be. I can’t wear bangs anymore. Just not enough hair.

[@Mariella-k6j]

Good luck lol

[@4_4_4..]

Amen😅

[@nancykane8680]

Lol 😂🎉❤

[@leoniea138]

😂

[@katinaharden1989]

I have Graves disease, Hypothyroidism, hoshimotos and Celiac disease. And within the last 6-8 months I've started severe hot flashes and weight gain, anxiety, severe bloating... I could go on and on , but I'd end up writing a book right now. I'm going to an OBGYN at the end of this month. I feel so alone right now. Y'all are in my prayers 💕🌹

[@MGSpecial2023]

Oh Katrina, you are definitely NOT alone. Have you read her book? It really helps. I have had almost 30 symptoms of perimenopause over the OVER 10 years that I've been going thru it. 53 and still at the tail end I hope...praying all goes well for you with all these hormonal changes!

[@connielowry7529]

Graves disease is a hyperthyroid issue and you say you have hypothyroidism, so you cannot have hypothyroidism and Graves disease at the same time. You need to research that and talk to your doctor and look at your lab work.

[@marshad.9149]

@@connielowry7529hypo and hyper thyroidism can bounce back and forth. It’s a miserable experience I can relate.

[@PhoenixRising-p2v]

How can you have Graves disease, which is HYPERTHYROIDISM...and Hashimotos HYPOTHYROIDISM at the same time? I have the Later.

[@patricesilva8004]

I ask God to help us all on are aging journey

[@ginaausley862]

Viviscal has brought my hair back and not as expensive as Nutrafol and is in tablet form!!!!

[@agatagirlnovember7954]

44.5 years old recently night hot sweats and unusual hair loss, listening to you form Poland!!!!! We have monoxydyl here as well. I will try it out! Thank you for your fantastic work and all the helpful knowlegde we can get for free and from distance from you❤🎉😊

[@francikoen]

Try hormone replacement therapy HRT, including Testosterone which stops hair loss

[@Starlighthugs]

My last period was at 38 .. I am 53 never lost my hair I have long thick shiny healthy hair. Thank goodness!!

[@michellebelle9740]

But did you do oral HRT??? Or any HRT?

[@joanneclark8256]

Did you go on anything?

[@emilycarr7705]

We need more of you around! Love the well rounded aspect on Womens Health

[@lornakurien7962]

If you stop taking minoxidil, it can cause shedding of hair. Rosemary essential oil works as well, with no side effects. I use hair oil with organic coconut oil, castor oil and 3 drops of Rosemary. It works for hairfall.

[@rhondacoburn7888]

Do you put all the oils in your hair all at once

[@lseh4720]

Hello. Where do you get “hair oil with organic coconut oil and castor oil?” Thanks.

[@rach007-h8x]

The shedding is normal, that hair was going to fall anyway..its quicker with minoxidil because it's making place for new hair at once

[@JBrady-lime]

Dermatologists don't seem to treat any underlying health issues of hair loss.

[@AnaSimões-f3b]

Just a correction, minoxidil does not block DHT. The exact mechanism of minoxidil on inducing hair growth is still being researched and there are different possible mechanisms, but none include blockage of androgen receptors. That is why minoxidil won’t stop the progression of androgenetic alopecia. 🙂

[@nc2764]

Is this true? What can we do about it then ?

[@irenemowers9897]

Use a dht blocker

[@katmac8365]

@@nc2764yes this is true … you can use in combination with an androgen blocker …. Apparently nizoral can help with that …I think minoxidil increases blood flow to the area it’s applied because it’s a vaso dilator

[@iss8504]

Finasteride blocks dht

[@Laurenski67]

I'm so glad I found you! I love your honesty and your love for helping women. This was a super helpful video!

[@donnawalser7304]

My hairdresser has told me to stop pulling hair back into ponytail as I was losing hair through pulling stress at temples and all around the back. I’ve had a shorter blunt cut that I can’t put up and hopefully it will recover.

[@pamela9662]

My sister was seen by derms etc. Had the T. E. ( Massive hair loss) nobody really pin points the cause. She also lost massive amounts of muscle tine and weight and her skin was sooooo dry. We knew there were some thyroid issues erc.. Minoxidil was recommended but my sister wanted to get to the root of the cause. Pun intended. Finally she asked her doc for HRT. Finally she got the HRT- 6mos skin, health hair and body weight normalized 1 year later almost back to pre menopause (which by the way has been going on for a couple years) she had to demand treatment and of course pay out of pocket. But quality of life is much better. Vitality is back. My poor Sister ❤️we go through so much before we can get the help we need. Then we get hit over the head with having to pay out od pocket. Wtf is the point of insurance! It's so sad.. we are on our own. Thanks for shedding light on the subject ❤️

[@ladylo-fi6979]

That's so great to hear. What kind of HRT did your sister take? Estrogen and progesterone, I'm assuming?

[@francikoen]

@@ladylo-fi6979 Also Testosterone is HRT.

[@joanneclark8256]

What hrt was given ?

[@joanneclark8256]

Please can you answer

[@Jessicaran]

I don't know if this is in the comments but she just said fibroids don't affect hair loss but maybe she didn't consider that fibroids can cause your iron to tank and the low iron can cause hair loss. And anybody correct if I'm wrong somehow about that. I had a UFE to get rid of my fibroids 5 yrs ago and it was the best decision ever. But it's possible i could remember wrong. LOVE THIS LADY and thankful for all the knowledge she puts out! Game changer!

[@hangryincle]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for explaining the why and the how of what we women are dealing with in peri- and menopause!👏👏👏

[@deegey1]

Thx for the great video on hair loss. I react terribly to minoxidil and cannot use it. Am not sure what else to do. Used Nutrafol and no it doesn't work. Am trying rosemary now. Have seen three dermatologists and the last has me on Finesteride which doesn't seem to work! May try minoxidil again. Had a hysterectomy at 28 and still take estriodol, but probably not enough. I am 82!

[@nanzilla3000]

This video is so very helpful and informative! I’ve just in the last couple of months figured out that I am perimenopausal, but over the last year or so I’ve noticed the very same areas you indicated on your own scalp thinning on mine. I’ve tried castor oil to no avail and I have to keep my hair pulled back because I have a baby, and also I’m in Atlanta where it’s WAY to hot to wear my hair down. I am ordering minoxidil posthaste. God bless ya. I love that you teach us the science behind things and assume we’re smart enough to learn the information, which by the way is the same thing I love about the Galveston Diet so far- I feel that learning the science behind what has happened to my poor body will help me make great choices when I’m confronted with cravings or lack of motivation. I searched forever for information about menopause and felt so unprepared, but with your knowledge as a resource I am feeling much better about how to manage this time of my life. Especially because I have very young children and I don’t want to be suffering and temperamental while managing their emotions and development. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. I was so afraid and now I’m not. Golly that was verbose, sorry doc! Hahaha 😄

[@laurischoolmarm]

You've made me feel better when my heart is breaking--for real.

[@drmaryclaire]

Awwww. Big hug right here.

[@normakarina8722]

@@drmaryclaire hi doctor can you please tell me what body and face lotion you use? Thanks

[@durangopurrs5728]

I suffer from post-menopause AGA. I started with topical minoxidil but it was too cumbersome as my hair texture is extremely layered, curly, and doesn't hold a part. After 9 months I said no more. I switched to a dermatologist who only treats hair patients. I'm taking 5mg/day oral minoxidil + 5mg/day oral finasteride now. It's been a winning combination for me. My hair regrowth has returned to pre-menopause level (when I had no hair loss issues). I am in excellent health and have had no side effects from these medications. YMMV

[@joanneclark8256]

What food and stuff you also do

[@joanneclark8256]

Did they explain that those will eventually not work?

[@joyhancock4041]

Hey! Would love to see this content in audio only or podcast delivery. Listening via video format (KZbin, FB, IG etc) requires uses more battery and attention. I like to listen to these longer format sessions when outside exercising or gardening. But then my battery drains faster.

[@CamiDiscerns]

I wish I could find a doctor like you. You really know your stuff & are able to explain things so well. My period has become so abnormal, & my mother was post menopausal by literally 32, & my grandma was menopausal by 35... I'm 33... Doctors won't listen to me or even check my hormones. I think I'm perimenopausal. I wish a healthcare provider would listen.

[@drmaryclaire]

I am so sorry! I am building a database as we speak of healthcare professionals who are menopause friendlyE!

[@lornakurien7962]

My mother got her menopause early. So did my sister and me, at 40. Didn't know what was happening. I was paranoid and crazy.

[@Roses-lilac]

I find cod liver oil and brewers yeast helpful. Hair is bouncy and healthy. Can’t say it replaces hair loss but what I have looks a lot better.

[@calexprenas]

Yes to that question - a dermaroller/microneedling definitely helps with hair loss

[@anitaortiz4927]

I’ve used Rogaine and it really works but it also has a cycle. It thickened each shaft and less brittle. Your hair builds a resistance against it but eventually works again

[@adp4259]

Dr. Haver!!! You delivered my twin boys in 2004 in Katy. Oh! I need help with all of this peri menopause/menopause stuff. So happy to find you are helping women with this. You are absolutely brilliant and an incredible doctor. Looking forward to following your advice. 🙏🙏

[@drmaryclaire]

OMG!!!! Hi! So happy to hear from you and thank you so very much!

[@Dogandcatmom51]

@@drmaryclaire , hi. Thanks for the video. I keep hearing iron mentioned in these discussions. Women over 50 should not take extra iron unless they are deficient, right? I purposely chose a multivitamin without iron because I’ve read that people over 50 should not take iron supplements unless directed to by a doctor.

[@jenynz5334]

​@Dogandcatmom51 I just know iron should not be supplemented unless it comes from food sources. 99% of iron supplements don't come from food sources. I hope you get your answer.

[@joanneclark8256]

​@@Dogandcatmom51do beef livers

[@Cajeput]

I lost a great deal of hair on a toxic cancer drug. Then I tried rosemary oil. Worked great as hair is now twice as thick as before. The hairs are finer but I have double the amount and scalp is lovely and healthy. I put the rosemary oil into a scalp tonic.

[@jtedandlindasimpson7044]

Could you please reply with the recipe of how you did it? I would really like to try it too.

[@Cajeput]

@@jtedandlindasimpson7044 Get any hair tonic e.g. Philip Kingsley and put 20 drops of rosemary oil into it. Also pour boiling water over 3/4 large sprigs of rosemary, wait 10 mins, strain and use it as a final hair rinse to leave in.

[@RS-xl9tk]

Thank you so much. This is amazing info!!! I don’t know why, but I thought it was a prescription this whole time and that blocked me from taking advantage of trying it to see if it’ll work!🙏🙏🙏

[@tsakanimaswanganyi7282]

Hi doc...I'm Tsakani all the way from South Africa...I just found you! Am excited 😊 you are addressing me, all my problems thank you. I'm a subscriber now

[@swatipai168]

I am taking oral minoxidil 2 mg and spironolactone 100 mg over a year prescribed by a dermatologist. I am 38 and he said I would be taking it as long as I want the hair to stay on my head. Just trying to find out what are the longterm side effects of taking it orally. I would rather wear a wig than loose a kidney.

[@violetta1953]

I recently started estrogen at 0.5 and plan to work up to the point one dose in a patch. However, I’ve heard that one of the side effects of estrogen is hair loss, which also seems to be a symptom of menopause. Could you clarify?

[@AmandaJYoungs]

How wonderful to find a young female doctor talking about this kind of thing! I'm so glad I found this channel. I don't have time to finish this video now so I've saved it and will come back to it later. I'm going to have information that makes sense to see my doctor with and I always like to be prepared when I see a doctor about a problem I already know I have.

[@OutsidetheLines2]

Yes..that's a good idea..otherwise you might get underserved...or at worst..mistreated. Thank goodness for Dr. Haver..she's very caring and a super smart physician. She's giving us women knowledge..and knowledge is power!🤗

[@OutsidetheLines2]

I saved it too!

[@sannat-l8610]

”Fred and Ginger” 😂! That made my day. Thank you, Dr Havers for a great and informative video. I`m 50 and experiencing hairloss 😢

[@omokaroojiire]

You give women hope Dr. Claire!!! Thanks

[@cald3216]

I signed up for your meal plans And it’s all what I already live life as I am a vegan and besides all the meat .. I already eat clean … and I lose weight But the belly is STILL there . I’m sure I’m not the only one any one with the same problem give me a thumbs up Perhaps . Dr Haver can help us ?

[@drmaryclaire]

Yes she can! It seems like intermittent fasting is going to be the key for you! Learn more about us at www.galvestondiet.com

[@cald3216]

@@drmaryclaire I already intermediate fast 16 hours

[@cald3216]

@@drmaryclaire I’ve been intermittent fasting for years already , currently I fast 16 hours at a time or more 18 hours , so this goes further than nutrition and fasting , something goes deeper than this .. I have no kids , never been heavy ,

[@joanneclark8256]

​@@cald3216are you lossing hair when fast?

[@Good_Vibes...]

Dr. Claire, so many women are experiencing hair loss these days. I find the information invaluable. Thank you for the advice and suggestions!

[@drmaryclaire]

You are so welcome!

[@juliesmith9822]

Thanks for being so real and relatable 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@saga2964]

I just discovered you a month ago and I am SO glad I did!!! Everyone talks about hot flashes and crankiness, but meanwhile I was suffering crippling anxiety, terrible muscle and joint pain (including a frozen shoulder!), immobilizing sleepiness a d brain fog (to the point of being worried about dementia!), thermoregulatory troubles (terrible chills as well as heat/sweating), incapacitating sleep disturbance, and urinary issues...etc. I had NO idea menopause can cause these things!!! They're real and it's so scary when you don't know what's going wrong!!! I bought your book and I'm working on fasting and incorporating more good foods into my diet. I'd like to try your supplements too, but they are definitely not inexpensive! I am hoping that in a future video you might address the costs (like high cost to produce? Esp high quality? How do you control the ingredients and quality? Etc.), as I am intrigued and in looking into your info so far, you do seem genuinely interested in women's care and very knowledgeable--not just out to make a buck! Thank you and hoping to hear from you bc I appreciate your work! ❤

[@drmaryclaire]

We talk about this sometimes in our online community. There you can talk with other women and share ideas etc. One strategy that we talk about is trying to find a place that sells discount produce or even using frozen when possible as it is often cheaper and just as high quality. Here is a link to join our community. It's free but you do need to make an account. bit.ly/3MlTkKM ~ XO Community Support Team

[@saga2964]

@@drmaryclaire you are AMAZING!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH for the reply and info! ❤

[@saga2964]

@@drmaryclaire ... and I meant about your supplements. I'd love to know more about the quality control you have for them (since you can hear time and again how supplements aren't regulated, so quality can be an issue) and maybe why they are so expensive (for example, the sources for production of them are strictly monitored and high quality, etc.).

[@joanneclark8256]

How are you doing update

[@joanneclark8256]

Did you say you have super chills .. does it swing back and forth..hot, cold within seconds? Do you have hair breaking off to the touch?? Shedding ??? Has anything helped? P.s someday l wear cotton socks and don't have as many chills

[@pininfarinarossa8112]

13:00- HRT 14:00- block DHT

[@Talulayak1111]

Oh wow today is your birthday ! 🎉🎉 Happy birthday ! 🎈 Thanks to you I am getting some help. I am 57. Thought it was too late for me as I’m in menopause but turns out I can still try HRT to see if it helps my symptoms. If that doesn’t help hair loss I will try minoxudil.. 💆🏻‍♀️

[@debgilbert3206]

Thank you for the recommendations of the spray bottle and using it only at night. I stopped using minoxidil because I didn't like using the foam and couldn't keep up with the twice a day recommendations.

[@sofiaunleashed3886]

I love her! But I wish she had 'not said if she lost all her hair she would "die". I am completely bald. Not only do I ROCK it, but I've also learned to wear a variety of wigs and I look fabulous! There are many other valid hard life reasons to consider cashing it in, but not complete hair loss.

[@WendyW7508]

I hear what you're saying, I will just ask this. When you first lost your hair, you kind of died a bit inside, right? Like the ' omfg! What is going on! Why did this happen, and WTF?". It's a normal reaction to something like that. You had to adjust and get to a graceful place with it. And now you rock it as you say. Yes, and thank goodness. But... you didn't land there day 1. Leave room for peoples humanity is all I'm sayin

[@joanneclark8256]

Alocepia can be in remission as well . I took a program and many don't talk what they eat , do , stress over ..

[@kathybrooks-uz2kv]

Awesome 🇺🇸 I'm a breast cancer 🎀 survivor 9years remission all most still bald

[@becky6568]

I’m being treated for breast cancer with letrozal . Is the minoxidil my only alternative? I’m also using rosemary oil . Hormone therapy is out for me😢.

[@alonatetter]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge! What if I have hypothyroidism, can I still use the recommended treatment?

[@Stylishh7]

Fantastic content. Great explanations of WHY. Very helpful. Thank You!

[@catherinepistone-cooper4635]

You are just the BEST! I can’t thank you enough for all the helpful info.

[@leionahikes]

I would love to hear somebody talk about abnormal facial hair growth growth on the arms and thickening of the hair on the legs due to menopause or pre menopause. Everybody seems to talk about hair loss but nobody talks about hair gain

[@drmaryclaire]

Great idea!

[@joanneclark8256]

Does menopause cause hair gain?? I believe with having pcos now menopause insukin resistance doesn't stop so we grow thick hair and thrive diet and lifestyle some get a bit better .. chin , chest live trail hair ... insulin resistance and that cause dht and belly fat

[@danabolick5154]

Wouldn’t hair loss be great if we lost the hair under our arms and on our legs instead of our head? Thanks for the information. I’ll check with my doctor ASAP.

[@drmaryclaire]

That would be AMAZING

[@donnawalser7304]

Yes I now have less head hair but plenty of lip, nose leg, underarm 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@sylviagillam8207]

Haha that is incredibly funny and so true, but unfortunately life isn't that easy for us long suffering ladies of the menopause 😏 xx

[@Zoe.TheBody360]

Topical progesterone can also be very helpful for hair loss. Important for women to test ferritin not just FBC and haemoglobin. I would suggest topical progesterone, saw palmetto and pumpkin seed extract if you don't want to go down the minoxidil route....or add these to the minoxidil. Question I thought spirinolactone was very dangerous to the liver?

[@joanneclark8256]

No rosemary?

[@joanneclark8256]

And spironolactone lessens pottassuim

[@shortbutsweet25]

My hair was never thick, but now my hair is starting to thin 😭😭😭😭. My hair is normally fine, I have heard clove water helps which I am trying. I am also peri-menopausal, and my last period was a few months ago. I am quite stressed about it as you can also see my scalp in the sun ☹️. So I am glad I found this channel to help me to try and understand peri-menopausal symptoms. Love this channel already.

[@egar5027]

Hi there, i have thin hair thinning too, and now on perimenopause it's even worst. So, these things are helping me a lot, (it's still falling but no so much, and it's also growing a lot too): -Pumpkin seed oil capsules _Nuts (a handful) daily any,( except peanuts,) and brazil coconuts only take 1 a day, it's packed with selenium but you only need one otherwise your weight will increase. _Increase protein intake _Good collagen supplement _2 litres of water daily _No ponytails at all _Redken champoo (i'm on the freeze free, red one at the moment, but i find them all good), as long as it's not cheap shampoo, the hair needs it now. _A hair mask with a mixture of avocado oil, almond oil, castor oil, rosemary oil (just 2 drops), olive oil, pure argan oil. I buy these oils separately, 100% pure, only the oil. Make a mixture in a bottle, mostly the almond oil, a quarter of the castor and avocado, it doesn't have to be specific, the important thing is to soak the hair in the oil, i put it in my hands carefully as it's messy and i just apply it as a mask, massage, specially on hair line, I put it up on a bun in the morning and wash it all of in the night shower, just ones a month or so... _Vitamins : I take vit D2& K2, vit C, magnesium, zinc, ubiquinol, omega3. good quality supplements,( not cheap ones from the market.) _And topically after every wash i take this serum that it's really magic, I can see baby hairs on top of my hair and my hair line!, it's by Scandinavian Biolabs ( I saw it in an add on youtube), it's not cheap, but it really works, i'm already using a 4th bottle. They do the whole range, but I didn't like the shampoo, only the serum, and it's like water, it won't bother the hair styling. _I also try to avoid hairdressers as much as i can, as they can be to rough with the hair. My hair it's very shinny at the moment and i really think all this makes a difference. I used to eat a lot of salmon, tuna, avocadoes and just whole foods, but 3 months ago i went vegan, and i could notice in my hair ( probably not the best time to turn vegan! ). _Also no sugar ! Hope this helps. Regards

[@nosilla2224]

I use a rosemary and clove rinse in my hair. I have noticed an improvement within the last few months.

[@Cous5352]

Great delivery…..very personable, very thorough, very well explained….simply excellent! Wish you were a doctor near me….

[@drmaryclaire]

Wow, thank you!

[@angeltitis8723]

Me too 😔

[@Juliet42110]

At the beginning of summer nothing bad happened to me personally, but I watched so many family members go through horrible trials (infidelity, divorce, cancer) and I had 3 of my close friends or their parents pass away. I feel like worrying about the people I love and feeling their pain and being there for them, has put me in a stress hair loss state. Its a few months from when those events happened and now the shed it on.

[@QueenCreole77]

So grateful for your video. I’ve been spinning my wheels trying to find out what type of doctor I should see because I’ve lost a lot of hair. I do have hypothyroid, waiting for New results on that and I had surgery back in February so I’ve heard that could be a reason? But my hair has been thinning for the last two years. I Had a hysterectomy and Louise removed 20 years ago. I am 63 years. I skin is also changed trying to get into Dermatologist.

[@cheryldupree4093]

I've had back surgery and have been losing a ton of hair for 10 months....56 years old and it's not stopping. : (

[@nancytrobaugh1424]

so glad I discovered you! I am 58 and feel that I am pretty fit physically, however, I am post menopausal and am noticing some stubborn belly fat creeping on! Also, I have always had thick hair and am noticing thinning as well. You have explained a lot here today and very well, I might add! Thank you. I will subscribe and take a look at other videos. I am having a GYN visit to discuss HRT in January and to get blood work as well. Minoxidil is tempting! Looking forward to your videos. I'm in Texas and am curious about your Galveston Diet too.

[@drmaryclaire]

You are most welcome!

[@normagregory8400]

What if you take thyroid medicine and still have hair loss and doctor says labs ok

[@mjc42701]

I am the same age, look into finasteride, talk to your doctor, it has worked wonders for me, the Minoxidil irritated my scalp and only stopped or slowed the hair loss. I also started .5 estadol patch HRT.

[@marlenegold280]

@@normagregory8400 ‘Ok’ does not mean optimal. Neither does ‘in range’ as reference ranges are too wide. Ask doctor for a copy of your labs including reference ranges, each time you test anything… to even know if doctor is testing the thyroid panel and not just TSH, a pituitary marker.

[@alisonjackson5814]

Then yours isn’t caused by low thyroxin… it’s caused by this other hormone change she describes in the video.

[@irisdeniselopez7685]

Love your video Dr. Haver! :)

[@imsosan74]

Watching your videos is like talking to a friend that happens to be a Dr! Thank you thank you for posting! Many blessings 🙏🥰

[@drmaryclaire]

YOu are so welcome!

[@janiecevarela957]

what about being in a coma for a month and a half could you lose a lot of hair I did?

[@ironmaidenfitness654]

I lost hair after having COVID. It’s starting to grow back finally but will take forever to get it as long as the rest 🙃

[@denisescobie1058]

Thank u so much Dr Haver I just had a major surgery a year ago im in my early forties and unfortunately had to have a partial hysterectomy leaving my ovaries 😢thankfully I have three beautiful living children and a wonderful man but it has put me and him through alot of havac with the loss of my hair and not having the same sex drive but yeh I am going through early menopause just found about 3 weeks ago and I just started losing my hair the past couple days every time I comb big chunks of hair comes out and the bottom of my hair you can literally pull the strands out

[@drmaryclaire]

Time to see a dermatologist.

[@bhuvanaiyer3595]

You are amazing. I'm 37 and have early menopause because of genetics have severe hair loss and experiencing all that you explained and mentioned. I have done my lab tests and all of them are fine. Will minoxidil really work and is there an alternate solution like minoxidil and any natural remedies? Also having bad sleep because menopause. Please advise

[@fionas2690]

I see some articles saying HRT can cause hair loss as it effects the growth cycle of hair. Would you agree? My testosterone level is 0.4. Ive read that androgen deficiency can also cause hair loss. I’m so confused.

[@deedee2218]

I’m so sorry you had to go through that. That is a lot in such a short period of time. How are you holding up? ❤

[@Andearea]

I wish there was a “coles notes” version of this video. I just don’t have the time. Quicker point form would be GREAT!

[@pochirajugeeta1254]

Please do a video on arthritis and body pains and joint pains after menopause

[@drmaryclaire]

Sure!

[@Dogandcatmom51]

One problem with topical minoxidil is that it’s toxic to pets, so my dermatologists have told me not to use it (since I have pets).

[@lisettecampbell2138]

Thank you for this video. Just discovered your channel and really appreciate the content.

[@seven471]

What about scalp psoriasis... does it help that? Also, mine suggested oral minoxidil What are your thoughts?

[@go2therock]

Shields up as I listen to this and respond to the person who posted the vaccine query. Undoubtedly, the listener values the opinions of Dr. Marie Claire. While off topic to our hair loss dilemma, it was still very pertinent to the time. And while it has been politicized, I was a bit surprised (I say "a bit", because our dear doctor seems to shoot quick and straight from the hip) that her response went there rather than addressing this as a medical issue, which it decidedly is first and foremost. Honestly, she needn't have even responded as it is not the subject being discussed, but she almost seemed to take offense at the question. At the least, she responded in irritation. Her reply was rather party line defense. I'm a regular listener and supporter of the good doctor, and I have directed numerous friends to her. Just a word of advice. Slow down and remember that we are here out of respect and appreciation for you; I'm sure your intention is to consistently treat us the same. God's peace, and thank you.

[@OutsidetheLines2]

Thank you..thank you..thank you. You're doing women such a wonderful service. Stay well and blessed ❤🙌🏽

[@amandafair281]

Right now I’m taking Nutroful. It seems to be working a bit but it’s really expensive. Will I see more hair loss if I stop taking Nutroful and start Minoxidil?

[@JuliaCantley]

My hair is already very fine, losing any hair even a little is devastating. My mom at 60 has had been losing hair and it's been thinning for so many years. Btw, your side part is awesome bc not everyone looks good with it parted in the middle ;)

[@drmaryclaire]

Thanks for sharing and thank you! Side part forever!

[@sheryldrobny2019]

I have found that using a 3 ml syringe and a blunt tip needle to apply Minoxidil gives me more control when I apply it. Draw up about .3 mls and apply to desired area until full dose is on scalp. Rub in as you go. It isn’t so messy and doesn’t get on your hair as much.

[@beckyo489]

I have been hearing about a low dose minoxydil pill that seems to be more effective than the topical. Do you know anything about it?

[@destinyramsey4]

I had a lot of hair loss when I was in my late 30s early 40s. Probably my vegan low protein diet at the time. I started looking at hair growth serums. They were all so expensive and every single one of them all had the same ingredient… Saw Palmetto. I started taking that (muuuuuch cheaper) and never had that loss again.

[@Spoke76]

Where did you buy the saw palmetto?

[@daliasmith9557]

Yes may

[@Atheria444]

I "think" I'm having some success (started sleeping with it on my head on 4/20/22) with rosemary essential oil mixed with a little EVOO for my worse sudden hair loss now. I've had hair loss for decades, but it's dramatically worse now and I've lost 50% of my hair that was never thick to begin with. I'm 55. I have lots of little baby hairs now in my temples and all along my hairline. Rosemary essential oil was tested against Minoxidil and did just as well with less side effects.

[@joanneclark8256]

I'm confused .. you used rosemary and say it's dramatically worse now?? Are you saying it's the rosemary that worsened it can you clarify

[@Atheria444]

@@joanneclark8256 NO! I meant that being post menopausal has made my hair loss much worse (started having some hair loss in 1995). Rosemary oil (and now at 58, rosemary water during the day) helped. That being said, it's a really bad struggle for me due to BAD genetics and I've still got very thin hair. :-( I am doing red light therapy too. I'm close to giving up. :-(

[@rwaterssydney]

Yaz is fantastic, but i quit for 4 months, at 43, and then a third of my hair fell out, I am now back on it and hope to grow it back in the next 6 - 12 months. Daily topical rosemary oil slowed the shed within days, with double zinc supplement intake.

[@dr.sylviareddychukkareddy9051]

Hardwork...informative..🙏🙏🙏thnk u...God bless🙏🙏...can reduce the fidgeting 🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍

[@joanneclark8256]

How to lessen androgens . L have insulin resistance

[@sabinabirnie3761]

I used Minoxidil but sadly it caused scabs on my scalp and so I had to stop. Is this a common side effect?

[@RS-xl9tk]

How come the ones on Amazon I found that are extra strength Kirkland say that it’s for men does that matter?

[@emilygalarza8209]

I’m a cosmetologist and I always recommend my clients take biotin for hair skin and nails I take it every day 😁

[@drmaryclaire]

Great!!

[@lornakurien7962]

Can you recommend the best biotin brand to use?

[@sylviagillam8207]

What is the best Biotin thatvyou would recommend please?

[@lindamurray6247]

Thank you so much for all your dedication. I was going to ask you about hair color- it’s okay to get your hair colored? It won’t create more hair loss? Any thoughts on hydro scalp facials and how about the laser headbands? Thanks for your time.

[@skaterboy9991000]

If I am on testerone will that help ?

[@theseergoddess7774]

Ok. Not hair loss related, but menopause question! WHY is my chest always hurting and the anxiety is non stop!!!!!!!! (I read that as menopause goes on this can get worse, which it has over time)

[@user1245-p1p]

So lucky the new hair has color. My new hairs are always grey

[@fortheloveofmoon]

Thank you 🙏🏼 so much for posting informative videos of a topic peri/menopause that so many of us are not educated about. It’s a scary process due to scary in your face symptoms, and I find your YT video post and others here on YT helpful and informative, and much appreciated.

[@drmaryclaire]

You are so very welcome!

[@esme10e87]

I'm from the UK and read Finasteride helps with hair growth (post menopausal). I've contacted two companies which sell it but they both say its not suitable for women and not licenced to sell it - . I'm so confused as you say we can take it. I would like to start taking along side minoxidil. I am so desperate to save what hair I have left. Thank you

[@2brunhilda]

Nice tip on minoxidil

[@bjackyq]

Hello 👋 I just discovered your videos, wow, what a world of information! love, love the way you explain things, thank you. i am 54 Y/O post meno for the past 20 years, i know, awful 😵‍💫 losing hair for the past 3-4 months, guessing because of being overwork (110 hours a week) i know, bad woman 🤦‍♀ wish i can be closer to Houston so i can go to your brand new clinic; i have issues that i know you can help me with; i guess your videos will do, i'll try the Minoxidil and the rosemary, thank you again... best wishes

[@drmaryclaire]

You can check us out online at www.galvestondiet.com

[@kimbrand1512]

I really love your honesty and being real❤

[@heidisweeten7320]

What about for women, like myself, who have had a total hysterectomy? Not to mention Gallbladder removal. Can this contribute to hair thinning? And would that type of hair medicine help?

[@MariaMLoBalsamo]

Thank you. Did you have a lot of dread shed Dr?

[@lindaschwartz504]

This is amazing information. I am 58 and now a Zumba Fitness instructor and on my way to becoming a Personal Trainer. I just went for a haircut the other day and my stylist told me that my hair is thinning out. I am a vegetarian and still eat poultry on the weekends. So I eat lots of veggies, tempeh, tofu and hummus as well as plenty of fruit. I must drink lots of water through out the day too! My own personal trainer told me to drink 1 gallon each day, and that's not so easy because I cannot sleep well. So I drink about 60 oz and maybe 1-2 days per week I drink 100 oz. However, I do take Maca Root Capsules for my hot flashes and feel really good because it balances my hormones too! There is so much to learn! Thanks for all the information!

[@racheljagger3863]

Minoxidil does not block dht

[@jill8573]

I use rosemary oil for 30 minutes once a week. It made my hair grow.

[@mariamcclean9380]

Did you dilute with carrier oil? How did you apply it (drops, spray) and what dilution?

[@jill8573]

@@mariamcclean9380 used with a conditioner. Just massaged it into scalp. Left it on for 30 minutes then washed.

[@lseh4720]

What do you mean for 30 minutes? Do you put it in your hair and then rinse it out after 30 minutes?

[@jill8573]

@@lseh4720 yes