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Following up on 2% ketoconazole shampoo and topical thyroid T3 hormone for hair health from my dermatologist visit today. cc @hairdao - Dr doesn't think there's any hair health benefit to 2% ketoconazole shampoo - He hasn't heard of topical thyroid T3 hormone yet He pitched me on platelet rich plasma PRP and platelet rich fibrin matrix PRFM and the supplements he sells. Lol. PRP|PRFM [1] - It'll be interesting to watch results progress published. I'm in no rush. - PRFM supposed to be the next generation of PRP - $750 per treatment with 3-5 treatments the 1st year - I bet you could go to a top Dr in Korea for far less Supplements NAD+, pumpkin seed, taurine, saw palmetto, etc. [2] - I'm skeptical until I see reputable independent research published [1]: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/plateletrich-plasma-prp-treatment [2]: https://xtresse.com/pages/learn https://x.com/adamshurwitz/status/1939077446684361195
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i didn’t expect changing what i eat to be the simplest productivity upgrade i’ve made this year. but after my first week of eating 7 out of 10 meals seafood-based, the difference is hard to ignore. clearer focus. steadier energy. fewer crashes. it’s subtle, but it adds up. i’ve always loved seafood, but i’ve also tried to stay “balanced” with my meals for the sake of health. this week, i leaned into what i actually wanted… and the results were obvious. 🧠 why seafood actually boosts productivity: 1. high-quality protein = stable energy + better brain function protein from seafood helps regulate blood sugar, avoiding the crash that sneaks in after carb-heavy meals. amino acids like taurine and tyrosine support dopamine production - the same pathways that fuel motivation, mental clarity, and quiet, steady focus. 2. omega-3 fatty acids = focus + cognitive support fatty fish like salmon, toro, mackerel, tuna, sardines are packed with DHA, a structural component of brain cells. omega-3s support memory, attention span, cognitive flexibility, and reduce brain fog. they also lower inflammation, which drains mental energy over time. 3. micronutrient density = fewer crashes seafood is naturally rich in: • vitamin D (mood + energy regulation) • B12 (nerve health + energy metabolism) • iron + zinc (oxygen delivery + sustained focus) • iodine + selenium (thyroid support + steady energy) 4. clean fuel = less digestive load meals like sashimi, tartar, or lightly cooked seafood are easy to digest. less energy spent on digestion means more for your brain. fewer refined carbs = no big insulin spikes, no energy dips. none of this is medical advice! just what’s been working for me. but if you’re running hard, thinking hard, or building something that needs your full focus, it’s worth experimenting with how you fuel.
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1 year update on optimizing testosterone T levels while taking finasteride F for hair health 💈 939 ng/dL T total. This is slightly above the maximum reference range of 916. My endocrinologist advised to test again in a few months before considering whether to make an adjustment. This is after 1 year of taking 0.5 mg F daily while mostly living in Southeast Asia, being healthy overall, and having no observable side effects. The post series on Reddit received 171,000 views showing there's many men who are looking for info! I hope hims, ro, and Keeps are helping patients test their testosterone levels for safety before selling finasteride over the internet. It seems risky to blindly take finasteride without working with a Dr to make sure testosterone does not get too high. My primary care Dr informed there's an increase risk of blood clots with beyond normal testosterone levels. cc @bryanjohnson and @hairdao
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