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Prioritise balanced nutrition , especially enough protein, iron, and essential vitamins Avoid very restrictive dieting , which can increase shedding Be gentle with your hair , limiting heat styling and harsh treatments Consider clinically supported treatments , such as: topical minoxidil caffeine shampoos finasteride (for men, if suitable) If you notice sudden or severe hair loss, or it is affecting your confidence, it is worth speaking to a healthcare professional
For instance, too much or too little dopamine could disrupt normal brain functions, leading to problems with memory or focus
Weight loss is a significant benefit of both drugs, especially for patients with type 2 diabetes who often face challenges with obesity
The finding, published in Genome Medicine , is the product of a decade-long international collaboration spanning experiments in humans and mice, clinical trial data from over a thousand participants, and biochemistry that kept delivering results nobody anticipated