June 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research” This study observed that patients with post-COVID telogen effluvium had lower serum ferritin levels than controls, but the levels were not indicative of nonanemic iron deficiency.
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April 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses the complexities of diagnosing and treating iron deficiency related to nutritional anemia and hair loss, concluding that routine screening and supplementation for hair loss are not yet supported by sufficient evidence.
February 2024 in “Journal of ayurveda and integrated medical sciences” In this case study, a 22-year-old female with iron deficiency anaemia showed significant symptom improvement and haemoglobin increase after a month of Ayurvedic treatments and iron-rich dietary supplements.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This review examines how lifestyle factors like diet, smoking, and stress may influence alopecia areata, but concludes that current evidence is inconsistent and largely observational, urging further research.
This study, conducted in Indramayu, Indonesia, reported that iron supplementation significantly increased hemoglobin levels in infants, while zinc supplementation reduced persistent diarrhea risk but increased susceptibility to runny nose and measles; complex interactions with diet warrant further investigation.