New Study Suggests Whey Protein Isolate a Risk Factor for Accelerated Hair Loss

BOCA RATON, Fla., April 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Larry Shapiro, a nationally recognized hair transplant surgeon and dermatologist in South Florida, announced today the results of a study that compared the Effects of Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC) to Whey Protein Isolate (WPI) on Hair, which suggests that WPI, an ingredient found in many popular weight loss, meal replacement and body building products, is contributing to hair loss.  The results showed 94% of the subjects reported a moderate improvement in their hair's appearance after taking a daily or twice daily dose of an enhanced whey protein concentrate (WPC) for at least 4 weeks.  64% of the subjects reported healthier, stronger, fuller looking hair in that same time frame. To see the full study or blood tests for hair loss risk factors, go to www.drshapiroshairinstitute.com.

Dr. Shapiro's ground breaking discovery was featured on a health segment on ABC Channel 10 in Miami. To view the segment, go to: http://www.justnews.com/health/23054863/detail.html

"Consumers need to be made aware that taking WPI can damage and accelerate hair loss. Through my research, we've discovered that a vitamin enriched WPC has a very positive effect on healthier, fuller looking hair," said Dr. Larry Shapiro, Principle Investigator of the Study.

Dr. Shapiro continued, "WPI contains highly concentrated amounts of amino acids that cause the body to increase production of testosterone, which breaks down into dehydroxytestosterone (DHT), a hormone that has been scientifically proven to cause hair loss."

"As a hair transplant surgeon we also noticed giving the WPC formula used in the study reduced the usual period of dormancy that follows a transplant," stated Dr. Shapiro.

About Dr. Shapiro

Dr. Larry J. Shapiro is a world renowned hair transplant surgeon, dermatologist and one of the world's leading experts on hair loss.  With offices near Boca Raton and Miami, Shapiro has practiced in South Florida since 1989. For more information visit: http://www.drshapiroshairinstitute.com/

About Help Hair

Help Hair, formulated by Dr. Larry Shapiro, is an all-natural whey protein concentrate protein shake that helps to make hair look thicker, stronger and healthier.  The shake contains niacin, folate B-12, biotin, iodine, zinc, amino acids, foti, kudzo root and silica. For more information visit: www.helphair.com or call 1-800-799-HAIR.

SOURCE Dr. Larry Shapiro