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GlossaryCarotenoids

pigments in plants that aid photosynthesis and provide color

Carotenoids are a class of pigments found naturally in plants, algae, and photosynthetic bacteria. They are responsible for the red, yellow, and orange colors in many fruits and vegetables, and they play a crucial role in photosynthesis by protecting plant cells from damage caused by light. In humans, carotenoids like beta-carotene are important for health, as they can be converted into vitamin A, which is essential for vision, immune function, and skin health.

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research Nutraceuticals: A Review

95 citations, February 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy”

Nutraceuticals may improve skin health and protect against aging, but more research is needed on their optimal use and possible health risks.

research Marine Health-Promoting Compounds: Recent Trends for Their Characterization and Human Applications

18 citations, December 2021 in “Foods”

Seaweeds contain beneficial compounds with potential uses in food, cosmetics, and health, but more research is needed to improve extraction and safety.

research Morphological, Ethnobiological, and Phytopharmacological Attributes of Tridax Procumbens Linn. (Asteraceae): A Review

8 citations, April 2019 in “International journal of scientific research in biological science”

Tridax procumbens is a widely used medicinal plant with many health benefits.

research Application of Marine Microbial Natural Products in Cosmetics

6 citations, May 2022 in “Frontiers in Microbiology”

Marine microbes could be used in cosmetics for sun protection, skin care, and possibly preventing hair loss.

research Pharmacognostical Standardization of Bark of Thuja Orientalis Linn

1 citations, July 2017 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry”

The study concluded that standardizing Thuja orientalis bark helps in its identification and quality control.

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community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

19 upvotes 5 years ago

Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

community 12 month mark on cheap Mexican finasteride (Novaride). It works!

in Update 217 upvotes 4 months ago

User reports 12 months of using Mexican finasteride (Novaride), minoxidil spray, and ketoconazole shampoo with significant crown improvement and slight frontal hairline improvement. No current side effects; plans to continue treatment for further gains.

community New Study - Flavonoids More Effective Than Finasteride?

in Research/Science 148 upvotes 1 year ago

A recent publication suggests that the flavonoids eriocitrin and silymarin may be more effective than finasteride in binding to the enzyme responsible for hair loss. People in the conversation are skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of these flavonoids until tested on humans, and some discuss their personal experiences with other treatments.