Book Description
With the introduction of Propecia™ the drug approved by the FDA for the treatment of male pattern baldness, and Rogaine™ 5%, regrowth of regular or "terminal" hair -- not peach fuzz -- is finally a reality. Yet thousands of products in the $7 billion hair-loss treatment and restoration industry claim their effectiveness too. Now in The Bald Truth, consumer advocate Spencer David Kobren offers the antidote to decades of hair-raising hype. In this comprehensive, authoritative book, Kobren examines the largely unregulated baldness treatment industry and tells how, after years of research, he successfully treated his own hair loss -- and how you can too. IN THE BALD TRUTH YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: *the latest in hair restoration -- including a thorough review of the breakthrough drugs Propecia and Rogaine 5%, and how they work *how to keep from getting scalped by botched surgical procedures *how nutrition can supercharge treatment -- the diet that helps hair grow *the power of herbal treatments *hair systems -- what they are and where to find the good ones Exploring case histories, the latest scientific studies, and new treatments being developed, The Bald Truth proves that male pattern baldness can be combated -- and helps you make an educated decision about the best alternatives available today.
Customer Reviews:
Review 1. Excellent source for valuable info on hair-loss treatment options, 2005-07-06
This is a very well researched source of information on various types of hair-loss treatment. The author speaks from experience with successfully combating hair loss after extensive research on various products. I think that makes the book more credible than the self-promoting product sites out there. The author covers virtually all of the effective methods of hair loss treatment, including Propecia, herbal suppliments, topical solutions (monoxidil etc), hair transplants, and more. A must buy for all those interested in knowing pretty much all there is to know about hair loss treatment options, their effectiveness, pros and cons, etc.
Review 2. Disappointing, 2004-02-01
This book is largely a regurgitation of the very limited information that is already widely available. Reading it was superfluous. Most of what Kobren covers is cosmetic management of the problem; the advice on diet applies only to the worst lifestyle offenders, and he paints finasteride (Propecia) as a panacea, which it definitely isn't. The book is thin, both physically and in terms of content.The irony is that Kobren claims to be a debunker and "consumer advocate", and this book is supposed to be his vehicle. To an experienced eye, it just looks like he is joining the rush to make money from male insecurities about hair loss. The answers to male pattern baldness will come, eventually, but they won't be found in this book. Save your money, do your own research, talk to a dermatologist, take care of your health (good advice anyway), and you'll be further ahead than you will be after reading this.
Review 3. Save Your Hair & Your Money, 2003-09-11
I disagree with the author. First, Propecia grows hair in one area at the expense of another. Spironolactone has been proven to stop the growth of hair. DHT does not cause hair loss. Spencer does not even mention the nutrient theory of baldness and how many people have been regrowing scalp hair by removing body hair, allowing nutrients to get to the scalp. Can you tell me what it takes to grow scalp hair if not androgens? Ernie
Review 4. Reseeding my Receding Hair Line, 2001-08-08
Pretty good book for seperating myth from facts. I could tell that the author had put quite a bit of research into the book. It impressed me so much that I decided to give the Propecia + Saw Palmetta combo a try.
Review 5. The Bald Truth about the Bald Truth, 2001-02-22
I have purchased both Bald Truth books (the first edition is currently out of print) and found a great deal of useful infor- mation that was laid-out in a organized and useful fashion.Kobren offers a rational and relatively unbiased approach to the subject a baldness (primarily male pattern)and emphasizes dietary change and supplements which I have adopted. Although I have currently not started taking the drug propecia (which is covered in the book) my hair loss has stopped (I am not currently losing any more hair and I think my hair density has actually increased). I recommend this book to anyone who is serious about beginning a regimen to combat MPB.
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