38 citations
,
January 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The nutritional supplement improved hair density and reduced hair loss in women with female pattern hair loss.
10 citations
,
June 2013 in “International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research”
62 citations
,
January 2013 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Low iron and vitamin D levels are linked to hair loss in women.
46 citations
,
January 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mice lacking Insig proteins had hair growth problems due to cholesterol buildup, but this was fixed by the drug simvastatin.
93 citations
,
January 2009 in “PubMed” Low iron levels are linked to hair loss in women.
226 citations
,
January 2006 in “International review of cytology” Keratin-associated proteins are crucial for hair strength and structure.
November 2001 in “Hair transplant forum international” Early hair loss might indicate insulin resistance.
14 citations
,
July 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” Applying linoleic acid to the skin can reverse essential fatty acid deficiency symptoms.