Micronutrients for Hair and Nails: A Review of Their Impact on Health

    January 2010 in “ Springer eBooks ”
    Eckart Haneke, Robert Baran
    Studysummary Certain micronutrients may improve hair and nail health, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits.
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