In this feature, the authors respond to a recent article that raised awareness of the overuse of biotin for hair loss. The lack of clinical studies supporting biotin’s use for hair loss is acknowledged, as well as the recent FDA safety communication warning that high doses of biotin may interfere with certain laboratory tests.
This feature highlights an evidence-based approach for hair loss that incorporates proper doses of biotin alongside bioactive nutraceuticals such as ashwagandha, bio-curcumin, saw palmetto, among others. This nutraceutical supplement has demonstrated clinical efficacy in randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled study in women with self-perceived hair thinning.
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