The Bald Truth : The First Complete Guide To Preventing And Treating Hair Loss [Paperback]

Diane B. Eisman (Author), Eugene H. Eisman (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0671047639 | ISBN-13: 978-0671047634 | Publication Date: March 1, 2000 | Edition: 1

With the introduction of Propecia™ the drug approved by the FDA for the treatment of male pattern baldness, and Rogaine™ 5%, regrowth of regular or "terminal" hair -- not peach fuzz -- is finally a reality. Yet thousands of products in the $7 billion hair-loss treatment and restoration industry claim their effectiveness too. Now in The Bald Truth, consumer advocate Spencer David Kobren offers the antidote to decades of hair-raising hype. In this comprehensive, authoritative book, Kobren examines the largely unregulated baldness treatment industry and tells how, after years of research, he successfully treated his own hair loss -- and how you can too.

IN THE BALD TRUTH YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

* the latest in hair restoration -- including a thorough review of the breakthrough drugs Propecia and Rogaine 5%, and how they work

* how to keep from getting scalped by botched surgical procedures

* how nutrition can supercharge treatment -- the diet that helps hair grow

* the power of herbal treatments

* hair systems -- what they are and where to find the good ones

Exploring case histories, the latest scientific studies, and new treatments being developed, The Bald Truth proves that male pattern baldness can be combated -- and helps you make an educated decision about the best alternatives available today.

Editorial Reviews

Review

O'Tar T. Norwood, MD Creator of the Norwood Scale for measuring male pattern baldness As a consumer advocate, Spencer Kobren has been able to grasp and explain the complexities of hair loss and its treatment. Every balding man should read this book.

About the Author

Spencer David Kobren is the country's most prominent and effective hair loss consumer/patient advocate, and the Founder and Director of The Bald Truth Foundation, the only organization dedicated to consumer advocacy, education and funding research regarding hair loss.

He is also host of "The Bald Truth," his nationally syndicated weekly radio program; a feature columnist on three of the most respected hair-loss Web sites, including regrowth.com; and has his own Web site: wwwthebaldtruth. org.

After years of researching hair loss and finally overcoming the early stages of his own male pattern baldness, which began a dozen years ago at age 22, he has dedicated himself to helping others prevent and treat hair loss. As a consumer advocate, he consults on issues of patient and consumer rights in this unregulated industry.

Kobren and his work are the focus of the Discovery Channel documentary also titled "The Bald Truth" and have been featured in articles in many publications, including GQ, The Wall Street Journal, Men's Health, and The New York Times.

He lives in New York City.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Pocket Books; 1 edition (March 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671047639
• ISBN-13: 978-0671047634
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #157,804 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, January 31, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: The Bald Truth : The First Complete Guide To Preventing And Treating Hair Loss (Paperback)

This book is largely a regurgitation of the very limited information that is already widely available. Reading it was superfluous. Most of what Kobren covers is cosmetic management of the problem; the advice on diet applies only to the worst lifestyle offenders, and he paints finasteride (Propecia) as a panacea, which it definitely isn't. The book is thin, both physically and in terms of content.

The irony is that Kobren claims to be a debunker and "consumer advocate", and this book is supposed to be his vehicle. To an experienced eye, it just looks like he is joining the rush to make money from male insecurities about hair loss.

The answers to male pattern baldness will come, eventually, but they won't be found in this book. Save your money, do your own research, talk to a dermatologist, take care of your health (good advice anyway), and you'll be further ahead than you will be after reading this.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, March 14, 2000

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This review is from: The BALD TRUTH: THE FIRST COMPLETE GUIDE TO PREVENTING AND TREATING HAIR LOSS (Paperback)

Eight years ago I began to lose my hair and I bought and tried every product available on the market but there were more hops than results. However, when I read "The Bald Truth" I focused my attention to Finasteride. And now after six month of using it, my hair-loss stoped and new hair is growing in my head, really! That's why I'm proud to say that this is the best book I've read over the matter, thanks to Mr. Kobren

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book,Great Radio Show!, July 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The BALD TRUTH: THE FIRST COMPLETE GUIDE TO PREVENTING AND TREATING HAIR LOSS (Paperback)

I've been listening to Spencer Kobren's radio program "The Bald Truth" through his web site www.thebaldtruth.org for about four weeks. At first I was a bit skeptical, but after listening to the way he fielded people's questions I realized that this guy is for real. So I decided to pick up his book. WOW, I was truly impressed with what this young guy has been able to accomplish! I'm 44 years old and have been losing my hair for what seems like an eternity. After reading The Bald Truth I truly felt that there may be help for me yet. It's a fast, easy read, packed with information that all of us suffering with hair loss need. If you are concerned with hair loss Spencer is definitely the guy to turn to! I've read the other reviews and would also like to say THANK YOU to Mr. Kobren for understanding that this subject is so important to so many millions of us. Keep up the fine work!