I just saw on the Dr. Oz show that the supplement Black Current was great for hair loss. He said that it not only helps to regrow hair lost, but that it also helps to prevent hair loss to begin with. He said it takes 6-8 weeks to begin to work. I thought that some of y'all might appreciate this knowledge. I am three weeks from my surgery and I plan to buy me some tomorrow. I want to start getting it in my system. Best wishes everyone :0)

thank you!! Is it a vitamin or what?

It is a supplement made from black current berries. Look for it in the vitamin and supplement aisle :0)

Oh, by the way, they said that the berries are delicious to eat if you can find them in your store's produce section.

Hey I saw that too. I wonder if it actually works.(Almost everyday Dr Oz recommends new herbals) If anyone has tried it, please let us know!

He did a show on weight loss surgery earlier this week. He advocates it completely. I just love him. He's a great guy :0)

This is an age old remedy and may have SOME basis. Give it a try but I doubt there would be as many bald people running around if it were true.

Also, MOST black currants I've ever had fresh were absolutly terrible, strong and astingent in flavor. This is a quote from Ask.com:

A lightly flowery fragrance matched up with an addictively pungent, almost musky flavour. Without sugar, they are so strong as to be horrible, making you wonder whoever first thought of diluting them and adding buckets of sugar

Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_does_a_black_currant_taste_like#ixzz1kcKftlxW

I'm so glad you posted this, I have trouble with hair loss anyway (i have hypothyroidism), and I just had my surgery four weeks ago. So, I was getting worried that it might get even worse. I will look for some tomorrow!

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(scribble scribble) Taking notes!!

One question....does it supposedly just promote head hair growth as I really don't want to lose hair but I really, really don't want a mustache.

One question....does it supposedly just promote head hair growth as I really don't want to lose hair but I really, really don't want a mustache. :wink1:

This is exactly why I am tolerating the minor hair loss I have right now. I already have to do some serious waxing and plucking on my facial hair, I am not about to take any supplements that will cause MORE.

I am a three days away from surgery and have been worried about the hair loss. I was planning to consider extensions if it happens. But last week I went to get my hair highlighted and on a whim went ahead and got extensions. I absolutely love them! I got a ton of compliments on my hair at work this week.

This is exactly why I am tolerating the minor hair loss I have right now. I already have to do some serious waxing and plucking on my facial hair, I am not about to take any supplements that will cause MORE.

Black Currant Seed Oil

This oil contains omega-6 and omega-3 essential fatty acids, which help provide moisture for your hair and encourage hair growth and strength. Specifically, the gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) in black currant seed oil is an omega-6 acid that can help prevent hair thinning, splitting and dryness, according to Dr. Andrew Weil.

Moisture is key for healthy hair because if your hair is dry and fragile, it will be more likely to break. Of course your hair will keep growing, but it will seem like it is not because it breaks before you see any real progress.

Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are also beneficial in improving the condition of skin and nails.

Recommended Dosage

Weil recommends starting with 500 mg capsules one to three times per day. The capsules are also available in higher dosages, but start with the lower dosage and gauge your reaction to the supplement. It is important to take GLA as a capsule (rather than trying to get an adequate amount solely through diet) because it can be challenging to get enough of the fatty acid to improve hair health. A supplement makes it much easier to get the recommended dosage.

Where to Buy

Black currant seed oil is a little less common than other hair growth supplements but it can be found at health and nutrition stores such as Vitamin Shoppe. You can also find the supplement through many online health stores.

Results

Hair growth will not happen overnight with black currant seed oil or any other supplement. In general, you can expect to see results in six to eight weeks if you are taking the supplement on a regular basis. It may take you a shorter or longer period of time to notice that the health of your hair has improved, as everyone reacts differently to supplements.

Side Effects

Negative side effects from black currant oil are relatively uncommon. Some users may have an allergic reaction, and this supplement should not be used by people who are predisposed to seizures because omega-6 acids can increase the likelihood of a seizure occurrence. As with any supplement, you should notify your doctor if you begin taking black currant seed oil to ensure that it does not negatively interact with any medications you take.