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In this episode, Dr. Jockers sits down with Colleen Renee, a board-certified family nurse practitioner, to uncover why hair loss is rarely just a cosmetic issue. You'll learn how hormones, thyroid function, stress, and metabolic health can influence hair growth, and why many women are told their labs are "normal" even when they don't feel their best. Discover the hidden connections between estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHT, and insulin resistance, and how these factors can affect hair follicle health. The conversation also explores why hair loss isn't simply genetic and what common root causes are often overlooked during standard evaluations. You'll also learn practical strategies to support healthier, fuller hair naturally, including key lab markers to investigate, nutrient deficiencies that may contribute to thinning, and lifestyle habits that can improve hormone balance and follicle function. Along the way, you'll gain insights into what may be preventing your hair from thriving and what steps could help restore healthy growth. In This Episode: 00:00 Hormones Dismissed 00:15 Episode Overview 01:48 Hair Renewal Pitch 05:43 Meet Colleen Renee 06:48 Not Just Genetics 08:10 DHT Explained 10:49 DHT Triggers 12:13 Estrogen Shifts 15:05 Thyroid Link 18:54 Lab Testing Deep Dive 21:46 Insulin Inflammation Labs 23:05 Natural Hair Strategies 23:42 Anagaine Nue Results 27:33 Lifestyle Foundations 28:39 Nutrients Iron Zinc Protein 32:42 Ferritin Targets 36:10 Product Use Absorption 42:06 Wrap Up And Next Steps If you want practical, natural strategies to balance your hormones, heal your gut, boost your energy, and slow aging, don't miss The Dr. Josh Axe Show. Dr. Axe blends ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science and brings on world-class experts for unfiltered conversations you won't hear anywhere else. Transform your health from the inside out and subscribe to The Dr. Josh Axe Show, with new episodes every Monday and Thursday. Struggling with thinning hair or excessive shedding? Purality Health's Hair Renewal formula features Anagaine NEW®, a clinically studied Swiss pea sprout extract designed to support healthy hair growth and help reactivate dormant follicles. Thanks to Purality's advanced Micelle Liposomal technology, absorption is optimized for maximum effectiveness. Get 40% off your order with promo code JOCKERS40 and try it risk-free with a 180-day money-back guarantee. Visit puralityhealth.com and use code JOCKERS40 today. Stop guessing about your health and start making data-driven decisions. SuperPower Health offers a single blood draw with 100+ biomarkers, giving you deep insights into your hormones, thyroid, metabolism, nutrient status, and more. For a limited time, membership is just $199, plus podcast listeners can save an additional $20 off with promo code JOCKERS. Visit superpower.com, use code JOCKERS, and mention the podcast when signing up. Support healthier, younger-looking skin with OneSkin's scientifically backed OS-01 peptide, developed by longevity researchers to target the visible signs of aging at the cellular level. Backed by clinical studies and thousands of five-star reviews, OneSkin makes it easy to simplify your skincare routine. Get 15% off your order at oneskin.co/dr-jockers when you use code DRJOCKERS at checkout. "Hair growth isn't just about what you apply externally—it's about what you optimize internally." Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio Resources: Visit puralityhealth.com and use code JOCKERS40 today. Visit superpower.com, use code JOCKERS, and mention the podcast when signing up Get 15% off your order at oneskin.co/dr-jockers when you use code DRJOCKERS Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https:/www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/