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    GlossaryHerbal Medicine (Botanical remedy)

    using plant-based substances for therapeutic health benefits

    Herbal Medicine, also known as Herbal Remedies or Phytotherapy, involves using plant-based substances for their therapeutic properties to prevent, alleviate, or cure various health conditions. This practice relies on the medicinal properties of different parts of plants, such as leaves, roots, flowers, and seeds, and is often integrated into traditional and modern medical practices.

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      community Hair Remedies that Don't Work for Anybody Seeking Hair Regrowth

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.

      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

      community Min + fin + dermastamp + botanical

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, a dermastamp, and botanical oils like peppermint, rosemary, and pumpkin seed oil for hair growth. The user is considering using Alpha Infuse, which combines microneedling with plant oils, to enhance results.

      community Vitamin E

       21 upvotes 7 years ago
      Vitamin E was discussed as a treatment for hair shedding, with a specific form mentioned. A user shared a link to a study and started taking the Vitamin E variants used.