Hair Loss and GLP-1 Medications w/ Dr. Kristen Lo Sicco

Send us Fan MailYour GLP-1 hair loss may not be from low protein or fast weight loss and the real reason could mean it never grows back on its own. Dietitian Ana Reisdorf is joined by NYU alopecia expert Dr. Kristen Lo Sicco on the warning sign and how to protect your hair on GLP-1s like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, or Retatrutide.IN THIS EPISODEWhy GLP-1 hair loss isn't always caused by rapid weight loss or low proteinThe 6-month shedding warning sign that means it's time to see a dermatologistHow GLP-1s can "unmask" androgenetic alopecia (genetic hair loss)Low-dose oral minoxidil (LDOM) for GLP-1 shedding — does it work, and is it forever?The vitamin D, iron, and zinc levels that matter most for hair regrowthABOUT OUR GUESTDr. Kristen Lo Sicco, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and full-time faculty member at NYU Langone Health's Ronald O. Perlman Department of Dermatology in New York City. With over a decade of clinical experience and more than 260 peer-reviewed publications, she is a nationally recognized alopecia expert whose practice and research focus on hair and scalp disorders. She co-hosts a show on SiriusXM Doctor Radio (Channel 110) and founded the Alopecia Justice League advocacy organization.CONNECT WITH KRISTENAlopecia Justice League: https://www.alopeciajusticeleague.comInstagram: @alopeciajusticeleagueSPONSORFolly — Hair support gummies for GLP-1 users. A 300-person study showed less shedding and fuller hair after 4 weeks.FollyNutrition.com — code GLP1HUB for 20% offMORE FROM GLP-1 HUB📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: http://join.glp-1hub.com🎙 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and if this episode helped, leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it's the single best way to help more people find the show.🌐 Shop GLP-1 essentials, meal plans, and recipes: https://shop.glp-1hub.com📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub*Some of the links shared are affiliate links. When you make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show.*The content of this show is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The goal of this show is to provide various points of view about GLP-1 Medications. The personal and professional opinion of the guests and their content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Ana Reisdorf or GLP-1 Hub.