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20 / 1000+ resultsresearch Pharmacological Effects of the Lipidosterolic Extract from Kigelia Africana Fruits in Experimental Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Induced by Testosterone in Sprague Dawley Rats
Kigelia africana fruit extract can prevent and reverse prostate enlargement in rats.
research Ethnomedicinal Plants Used by Traditional Healers in the Management of HIV/AIDS Opportunistic Diseases in Rundu, Kavango East Region, Namibia
Traditional healers in Namibia use 70 different plants to treat AIDS-related diseases, and more research is needed to test these plants' effectiveness against HIV.
research Active Compounds With Medicinal Potential Found in Maxillariinae Benth. Representatives: A Review
Maxillariinae orchids contain 62 compounds with potential health benefits, including treating skin conditions and diseases like cancer and diabetes.
research Officinal Plants as New Frontiers of Cosmetic Ingredients
Plant extracts could be effective natural skincare ingredients.
research Emulgel Emergent Systems: At a Glance for Topical Drug Delivery
Emulgels are effective for delivering skin medications and cosmetics due to their easy application and controlled release.
research Support for Dermatological Research in Sub-Saharan Africa: Insights from African Hair and Skin Research Programs
The document concludes that more local research on African skin and hair is needed despite increased scientific output from Sub-Saharan Africa.
research Safety Assessment of Linum Usitatissimum (Linn.) Ingestion in New Zealand Rabbits
Prolonged linseed ingestion is safe for rabbits.
research Differences in Perceptions of Beauty and Cosmetic Procedures in Ethnic Patients
The cosmetic industry should adapt to the varied beauty standards of ethnic groups and offer specialized treatments.
research Association of Type 2 Diabetes With Central-Scalp Hair Loss in a Large Cohort Study of African American Women
Type 2 diabetes may increase the risk of severe hair loss in African American women.
research Influence of Saw Palmetto and Pygeum Africana Extracts on the Urinary Concentrations of Endogenous Anabolic Steroids: Relevance to Doping Analysis
Taking Saw palmetto and Pygeum africana can change the levels of certain steroids in urine, which could cause confusion in doping tests.
research Prevalence and Etiology of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
CCCA is a common scarring hair loss in African descent women, possibly linked to genetics, hair care practices, and health issues like diabetes.
research Ethnic Hair Considerations for People of African, South Asian, Muslim, and Sikh Origins
Dermatologists need to understand diverse cultural hair practices to offer better care.
research African Baobab (Adansonia Digitata) Fruit as a Promising Source of Procyanidins
African baobab fruit is a good source of antioxidants and micronutrients, but too much can cause laxative effects.
research Six Weeks Finasteride Monotherapy Before TURP: Does It Improve Quality of Life in Early Postoperative Period?
Finasteride before TURP reduces blood loss and slightly improves early postoperative quality of life.
research We Made It in Venice! But Then …? Reversing Notions of Center and Periphery
research Editorial
L'Oréal's research and workshops have advanced understanding and tailored cosmetics for African hair and skin.
research Beyond Ethnicity in Dermatology
The editor suggests removing "race" and "ethnicity" from dermatology and creating tools to objectively assess skin color and hair texture.
research Female Androgenetic Alopecia: New Pathophysiological Factors and Future Trends for a More Comprehensive Clinical Approach
New factors in female hair loss include genetics, hormones, stress, and inflammation; future treatments should also focus on these areas and consider the patient's emotional well-being.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: Unraveling the Complexities of a Scarring Hair Disorder
CCCA is a scarring hair disorder mainly affecting people of African descent, needing better awareness and treatment.
research Predictivity of Fatty Liver Index for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Lean Females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The Fatty Liver Index (FLI) may not be enough to rule out non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in lean women with polycystic ovary syndrome.