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Daily Mail
24-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Doctor reveals the simple clue on your hand could predict whether you'll go bald
A doctor has revealed a mind-blowing clue hidden in your hands that could predict whether you're destined to lose your hair. In a now-viral video, Dr. Joe, M.D. broke down a fascinating new study that flips everything we thought we knew about baldness on its head. 'There is a new and incredibly easy way to determine whether a man is going to go bald,' the American health expert in the clip. 'This doesn't rely on any of those myths of baldness, such as the mother's or father's hairline or anything like that.' Instead, the answer may quite literally be in the palm of your hand. According to Dr Joe, it all comes down to the length of your fingers - specifically, how your ring finger compares to your index finger. 'If you have this one finding, you are six times more likely to go bald later in life,' he said. 'It's the length of your ring finger compared to your index finger.' According to Dr Joe, it all comes down to the length of your fingers - specifically, how your ring finger compares to your index finger. 'If you have this one finding, you are six times more likely to go bald later in life,' he said If you're wondering what exactly to look for, Dr. Joe states that if your ring finger is longer than your index finger, it means you were exposed to higher levels of testosterone before you were even born. This small detail could dramatically influence how your hair behaves later in life. 'This study shows that if your ring finger is longer than your index finger, you were exposed to more testosterone before you were born,' he explained 'As you age, your hair follicles become more sensitive to a hormone called DHT, and they shrivel and die.' The hormone DHT (short for dihydrotestosterone) is known to cause hair follicle miniaturisation, which is the slow shrinking of follicles until they stop producing visible hair. Some men are genetically more sensitive to DHT, and that sensitivity, according to the study Dr. Joe referenced, could be linked to prenatal testosterone exposure. 'That testosterone that you were exposed to before your birth… that makes you even more sensitive to DHT as you age and increases the likelihood of going bald,' he said. For a quick translation, the longer your ring finger is in comparison to your index finger, the more at risk you may be for androgenic alopecia (male-pattern baldness). The research Dr. Joe refers to - a study published in Dermatologic Therapy in early 2023 - examined the correlation between digit ratio (2D:4D) and androgenic alopecia. It found that a longer ring finger, indicating a lower 2D:4D ratio, was strongly associated with a higher risk of baldness, particularly in men. In fact, those with a lower ratio were up to six times more likely to experience significant hair loss. Howevver, while this digit ratio test is alarmingly accurate, it's not a guaranteed diagnosis. The findings merely shed light on a strong biological correlation. Still, TikTok users flooded the comments with their own discoveries, with many comparing fingers in disbelief. 'My ring finger is longer than my pointer finger, but only on my right hand,' one wrote. 'That's interesting. I asked all men in my family to send me a picture of their hands,' another commented. 'What about women? I have thinning hair and my ring finger is longer than my pointer finger.' 'The answer may literally be in the palm of your hands... Well, I guess… fingers,' he joked.
Daily Mail
19-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Desperate to grow your hair quicker? Salmon sperm might be the answer: Bizarre wrinkle-defying trend is now being used to stimulate the scalp (but it'll cost you £400!)
From Stanley Tucci to Terry Crews, some men have made baldness their signature style. But if you're not so keen to say goodbye to your luscious locks just yet, perhaps it's time to consider injecting your scalp with salmon sperm. For years advocates have claimed the wrinkle-defying treatment—known medically as polynucleotides—offers a 'natural' alternative for face 'tweakments' such as Botox and filler. Now experts say it can stimulate body cells to regenerate tissue and 'promote the growth of healthier hair'. MailOnline has found clinics in the UK offering the treatment to men and women for £400. The treatments use purified and sterilised DNA molecules extracted from salmon or trout sperm, known as polynucleotides, which have anti-inflammatory effects. When polynucleotides are injected into human skin, fibroblasts are activated. Fibroblasts are stretchy molecules found in skin that help to maintain the structural framework of the tissue. As we age these fibroblasts decrease. So, when the polynucleotides are injected under the eyes, in the cheekbones or in the neck, it theoretically 'rejuvenates' the skin. South Korea's aesthetics sector has been using the treatment for over a decade, and it's now gaining popularity among Western clients. Dr Gizem Seymenoglu, an aesthetician and hair loss specialist at Longevita Hair Transplant clinic in London said: 'A shallow injection of 1mm depth will rejuvenate the scalp by boosting collagen production, but it will not reach the hair follicles or activate them. 'For salmon sperm injections to be truly effective for your hair, they need to be injected at a depth of 3 to 4 mm. 'But of course, adjustments might be necessary depending on the thickness of a person's scalp.' Most people are advised to undergo a course of three or four treatments, visiting their practitioner regularly, roughly every fortnight or four weeks depending on their current state of hair loss. Each treatment lasts around half an hour, but, as with any medical or aesthetic treatment, it is not without its risks. Known side effects can include minor bleeding, bruising, discomfort and headaches. While hair loss is usually associated with ageing, dermatologists have said they are increasingly seeing younger men seeking help for the problem. Some going to the extreme, and expensive length, of getting hair transplants. It's estimated that around a quarter of men in their 20s show signs of balding — but by the age of 50, that figure rises to 85 per cent of men. Androgenetic alopecia is the most common type of hair loss in men — also known as male pattern baldness — and is believed to affect around 40 to 50 per cent of men worldwide. It causes a receding hairline at the front and a bald patch on the crown of the head which gradually gets bigger forming a distinct U-shape on the head. The condition is caused by a combination of genetic factors and levels of sex hormones which gradually lead to the permanent loss of hair follicles on the head. Patients can use the topical treatment minoxidil, sold as Rogaine, but this can be slow and does not work for everyone suffering from hair loss. Those who do not see improvements with minoxidil can also take the oral drug Finasteride, sold as Propecia, which works by decreasing the flow of testosterone. There are other tweakments available for treating hair loss, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which involves taking a vial of blood and, using a centrifuge, isolating the nutrient rich platelets. These are then injected back into the body—or in this case, scalp—to promote healing. According to Dr Seymenoglu, this is comparable to how salmon sperm injections work. She said: 'Just like platelet-rich plasma injections, salmon sperm injections can be used on the scalp, and, in fact, salmon DNA injections work in a manner similar to PRP. 'They won't hydrate or volumise your hair, but they will stimulate your body's own cells to regenerate tissue wherever they are injected. 'So, when these are used correctly on the scalp, they can stimulate hair follicles, accelerate the hair growth cycle and promote the growth of healthier hair.
Daily Mail
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Jeff Bezos shows off dramatic new hair growth after being entirely bald for more than 10 YEARS
Jeff Bezos is one of the most recognizable figures in the world - but the Amazon founder once had a very different - and hairier - look. In photos of the tech titan from the 'billionaire summer camp' in Sun Valley, Idaho, this week, he appears to have thick white-grey hair around the sides of his scalp as opposed to the bald look he usually sports. The 64-year-old has opted for an entirely hair-free look for quite a while now - given the last time he was seen with locks being around 2013. In earlier pictures from his early days in the limelight - as seen in archival photos and interviews - Bezos had healthy, dark brown hair. But, in more recent times, the billionaire - who recently wed Lauren Sanchez - has sported nothing up top. However, following their multi-day wedding in Venice, Italy, Bezos appeared to be letting his hair down - literally - with more growth spotted around the sides of his head this week. It sparked speculation that the entrepreneur he is trying to grow his hair back but Spencer Stevenson, author of The Hair Raising Truth, told that Bezos' lack of hair is a 'textbook example' of advanced male pattern baldness. 'Most likely a Norwood 7, which is the most severe classification on the hair loss scale,' the hair loss advocate explained. Stevenson explained that Bezos has 'long embraced his baldness,' seen opting for a very 'closely shaved, clean look that suits his head shape and complements his public image.' However, recently the billionaire has been spotted growing out the 'donor area' of his head, which is the area around the sides and the back. '[This has] revealed some remnants of grey hair, which is common given his age,' Stevenson added. Stevenson explained donor region tends to retain hair even in severe cases of hair loss as it is genetically more resistant to DHT — the hormone largely responsible for male pattern baldness. 'It is also the zone from which hair is harvested for transplant surgery,' he added. However, the expert added that in Jeff's case, the extent of loss across the top of the scalp is 'simply too significant for any viable redistribution.' 'The demand far outweighs the supply, meaning he is not a candidate for hair transplantation by any realistic standard,' he confirmed. Stevenson added he has seen no evidence to suggest the tech mogul has undergone a hair transplant or is using any form of medical hair loss treatment. In earlier pictures from his early days in the limelight - as seen in archival photos and interviews - Bezos had healthy, dark brown hair 'What we're seeing is simply the natural growth of hair in the remaining donor zone, now more visible due to its slightly longer length,' he observed. 'Even at the sides, you can see how sparse the hair has become — further highlighting the aggressiveness of his pattern.' Stevenson added that as one of the richest men in the world, if hair cloning were commercially available - something that remains in the experimental phase and would likely be prohibitively expensive - he would almost certainly be among the first to access it. 'Hair cloning is the only theoretical solution for individuals with this level of loss, as it would provide an unlimited donor supply. But at present, we are limited by nature's finite resources,' he said. Bezos' appearance has long been a topic of intrigue, with the billionaire dedicating time to curating a bulked-up frame and sporting upgrades to his wardrobe to bring in a more tailored style in the past few years. It's a big difference from his younger self as the fresh-faced entrepreneur who started his tech empire from his Seattle garage in 1994. Bezos' transformation has long been in the works, most noticeably in 2017 when his 'swole' arms at the Allen & Co. conference caused an internet frenzy. In the December issue of Vogue, that same year, Lauren revealed she and Jeff work out together, but couldn't do the same exercises, with his fiancée noting: 'He's on a whole different level than I am. He is a monster in the gym.' He also appears to be dedicated to getting his beauty sleep, with the couple sharing in the same interview, they go to bed at 9.30pm after watching some television. The Amazon founder observes grueling workouts and strict dieting, but he's not always been such a health nut. In fact, he admitted to never reading a nutrition label until he was approaching middle-age. His transformation was believed to have been sparked by Amazon's 2017 acquisition of Whole Foods - the health-conscious grocer - for nearly $14 billion, but he had reportedly started hitting the gym as early as 2013. To help him get into shape, Jeff enlisted the services of A-list personal trainer Wes Okerson, who has worked wit the likes of Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes, Gerard Butler and Isla Fisher. He has embraced low-impact weight and resistance training as well as a nutritious diet, complete with protein and healthy fats.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Scientists May Have Accidentally Found a Way to Reverse Hair Loss Without Drugs
Here's what you'll learn when you read this story: New research suggests the cure to male pattern baldness might be sugar. The team simulated testosterone-based balding in mice and treated them with deoxyribose sugar, which stimulated blood vessel formation and ultimately caused hair regrowth. Researchers say that the sugar treatment is just as effective as minoxidil (the active ingredient in Rogaine), a hair loss treatment currently on the market. Hereditary-patterned baldness affects roughly 40 percent of people—and no, it's not exclusive to men, despite the fact that the condition is more commonly referred to as male pattern baldness. While the average person loses about 100 hairs a day, individuals suffering from hereditary-patterned baldness lose even more (sometimes entire chunks at a time), and that hair loss typically begins in someone's 20s or 30s, though the condition often expresses itself after menopause in women. Perhaps most shockingly, the idea that the baldness gene comes from the mother's side is actually false—hereditary-patterned baldness is dependent on genetic factors from both parents. Infomercial channels are riddled with the next-best hair-loss solution, but those toupees, ointments, and hair plugs might soon be unnecessary. According to a new study published in Frontiers in Pharmacology, the cure for hereditary-patterned baldness might be... sugar? Well, one specific type of sugar, known as deoxyribose sugar. Our bodies naturally produce the substance, and it plays a key role in DNA stability and replication. Along with phosphate groups, deoxyribose makes up the backbone of DNA (deoxyribose nucleic acid). When the double helix unwinds during replication, deoxyribose provides the structure for our biological machinery to copy the genetic code. And on top of being a building block of life, the sugar could apparently be the cure for hair loss. 'Male pattern baldness is such a common condition, affecting men all over the world, but at the moment there are only two FDA licensed drugs to treat it,' Sheila MacNeil, an author of the paper, said in a press release. 'Our research suggests that the answer to treating hair loss might be as simple as using a naturally occurring [deoxyribose] sugar to boost the blood supply to the hair follicles to encourage hair growth.' Interestingly, the 8-year-long study didn't start as an attempt to cure hair loss. The team was originally studying mice to understand if and how sugar could help heal wounds by encouraging new blood vessels to form. But in the process, the researchers noticed that the hair around the wounds was growing back faster in mice that had been treated with the sugar than those who hadn't. To further investigate, the team simulated testosterone-based hair loss—a common cause of hair loss in men—on unwounded mice, and found that small doses of the sugar again encouraged blood vessel formation that stimulated hair growth. According to the press release, the sugar treatment is just as effective as minoxidil, which is one of the most well-known topical hair loss treatments on the market (it's the active ingredient in Rogaine). Currently, minoxidil products retail for around $30 to $40—a price that begins to feel steep when you're applying the product twice daily for months. Muhammed Yar, another author of the paper, said in the press release that the naturally occurring sugar is inexpensive and stable. Even better, Yar explained that the sugar is deliverable in several forms, making it an 'attractive candidate' for further research. MacNeil states that despite the excitement surrounding this discovery, there's still much more work to be completed. 'The research we have done is very much early stage, but the results are promising and warrant further investigation,' MacNeil said in the release. 'This could offer another approach to treating this condition, which can affect men's self-image and confidence.' Get the Issue Get the Issue Get the Issue Get the Issue Get the Issue Get the Issue Get the IssueGet the Issue Get the Issue You Might Also Like The Do's and Don'ts of Using Painter's Tape The Best Portable BBQ Grills for Cooking Anywhere Can a Smart Watch Prolong Your Life?
Daily Mail
29-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
When I started balding in my teens I was so insecure. Then I discovered the hair-loss miracle men whisper about and it changed my life. No, it's NOT a transplant - you'll never guess my secret
Young men affected by hair loss are increasingly turning to a baldness solution that avoids both drugs and costly transplant surgery. Salons across the UK are offering so-called 'hair systems' – custom-made hairpieces bonded to the scalp and styled to blend seamlessly with existing hair.
