Fitness Stuff (for normal people) Microneedling, 25g of Creatine, & David Protein Scandal
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Mar 30, 2026 They dive into microneedling for skin and scalp, comparing clinic treatments to at‑home devices and safety tips. They unpack the science behind a major protein bar lawsuit and how unusual ingredients change calorie claims. They explore a study testing a one‑time 25g creatine dose for cognitive boost and discuss a trial on cutting sweet foods and cravings.
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Use An Electric Pen For Scalp Not Rollers
- Use an electric pen for scalp microneedling at home and avoid derma rollers because rollers enter at angles and tear skin.
- Weekly 0.5–0.75 mm sessions with proper technique work as well as deeper, infrequent protocols.
Tony's Weekly Microneedling Boosted Hair Regrowth
- Tony has used weekly microneedling for about a year and saw rapid improvement when combined with minoxidil.
- He noticed regrowth even in previously bald-appearing scalp and attributes big gains to the combo therapy.
Why Microneedling Enhances Minoxidil
- Microneedling aids hair by increasing scalp blood flow, releasing growth signals, and creating microchannels that improve topical absorption.
- These mechanisms explain why microneedling multiplies minoxidil's effectiveness.