DHT blocker

DHT blockers are medications and supplements that block dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT is a male sex hormone that can cause hair loss. 

 

DHT blockers can:

• Reduce DHT levels in the body
• Inhibit the effects of DHT at the scalp
• Accelerate hair growth
• Promote healthier hair
• Stop hair loss from continuing

Some examples of DHT blockers include:

• Prescription medications: Finasteride pills for men and spironolactone for women
• Natural DHT blockers: Pumpkin seed oil, stinging nettle, pygeum bark, green tea, and saw palmetto

Saw Palmetto

Saw palmetto is likely the most popular natural DHT blocker. A lot of evidence has been gathered showing its efficacy in preventing or slowing hair loss. 

It is a potent herbal DHT inhibitor and considered the best natural DHT blocker by many. Saw palmetto is approved in Europe as a treatment for hair loss. It is also widely used to keep men’s prostates healthy, just like the medication Finasteride. Propecia is the name brand of Finasteride. Both saw palmetto and Propecia are known to be  5-alpha-reductase inhibitors. Saw palmetto is tolerated very well by the majority who take it. Mild side effects such as upset stomach are sometimes experienced by users.