Exploring the Potential of Herbal Drugs for the Treatment of Hair Loss

August 2021 in “ Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) ”

Shivam A. Bartere, Lochana L. Malode, Gunjan P. Malode, Minakshee G. Nimbalwar, Chaitanya A. Gulhane, Jagdish V. Manwar, Ravindra L. Bakal

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TLDR Herbal drugs may help treat hair loss.

The article explored the potential of herbal drugs for treating hair loss, a condition that significantly impacted individuals' self-esteem, mental health, and overall quality of life. It discussed various causes of hair loss, including genetic factors, environmental triggers, chemical exposure, medications, nutritional deficiencies, stress, and prolonged illness. The study reviewed different types of alopecia and highlighted medicinal plants and their parts used in the prevention and treatment of hair loss.

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