What's a lignan? Lignans are the

But sorry ladies . . . the study suggests it helps men’s hair. The 2005 study examined 10 men between 20 and 70, all of whom were experiencing hair loss. Over the course of six months, the men took 250 mg of a standardized lignan extract every day. Standardization is a measure that makes sure each capsule has a pre-defined amount of the active lignan (which in this case is called SDG). At the studies conclusion, eight men had a moderate improvement in hair loss, one had great improvement, and one noticed no effect whatsoever.

What’s the explanation? Lignans are believed to inhibit production of an enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT, which is a compound that shrinks hair follicles. Lignans’ apparent effects on hair loss are but one of many potential health applications – this is an amazing nutrient, and I will follow up with more benefits!