In this episode, I dive deep into a topic that’s personal for many of us: hair thinning and hair loss, especially in the context of hormones, health, and lifestyle. This isn’t just about products or hacks — it’s about understanding the root causes of what's happening internally with our bodies.

I break down the hair growth cycle, highlight key hormones like DHT, cortisol, thyroid, estrogen, and more, and explain how things like stress, dieting, and supplements can completely alter our hair’s trajectory. Whether you’re on TRT, birth control, or just looking to maintain your hair health as you age — this episode is for you.

It’s not about chasing the latest trend. It’s about getting real, running labs, and staying educated. If you want to preserve your hair and prevent premature loss, this is the episode you don’t want to skip.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 – 02:02] – Welcome and overview: Why hair loss isn't just cosmetic, and why women (especially in fitness) should care about hormonal health

- [02:02 – 04:00] – What causes early hair thinning?

- [04:00 – 05:51] – Why hair care products won't fix a broken system

- [05:51 – 08:14] – Hormones that rule your hair cycle: estrogen, progesterone, thyroid, cortisol

- [08:14 – 10:03] – Understanding the anagen (growth) phase and what shortens it

- [10:03 – 12:22] – The catagen and telogen phases: When hair growth stops and shedding spikes

- [12:22 – 15:18] – What lab markers to look at and why even "normal" levels can cause miniaturization

- [15:18 – 18:17] – What to do if you're losing hair on TRT or anabolic cycles

- [18:17 – 21:05] – Cortisol and hair loss: How chronic stress suppresses follicle activity

- [21:05 – 24:31] – The role of thyroid hormones, T3/T4 balance, and symptoms of hyperthyroid-induced shedding

- [24:31 – 27:40] – IGF-1, insulin, estrogen, prolactin: How metabolic stress kills your hair growth

- [27:40 – 35:29] – Styling, behavior, and mindset: Real-life practices, aging expectations, and final takeaways

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