Diet and Hair Loss: Effects of Nutrient Deficiency and Supplement Use

    January 2017 in “ Dermatology practical & conceptual ”
    Emily Guo, Rajani Katta
    Studysummary This article addresses the need to screen for nutrient deficiencies in patients with hair loss but reports no new findings, noting that supplementation without deficiency may not be beneficial and could pose risks.
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