learn Osteopontin signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
research Nevus Lipomatosus Superficialis With Dilated Hair Follicles 2 citations , April 2012 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” Accurate diagnosis of NLS with dilated hair follicles is crucial to distinguish it from other conditions.
research Destruction of the Arrector Pili Muscle and Fat Infiltration in Androgenic Alopecia 35 citations , March 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss in male pattern baldness involves muscle degeneration and increased scalp fat.
research Reprogramming Adult Dermis to a Neonatal State Through Epidermal Activation of Beta-Catenin 128 citations , October 2011 in “Development” Activating a protein called β-catenin in adult skin can make it behave like young skin, potentially helping with skin aging and hair loss.
research Global Adiposity Rather Than Abnormal Regional Fat Distribution Characterizes Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome 149 citations , December 2007 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Women with PCOS have overall higher body fat, not abnormal fat placement, and more insulin resistance.
research The Browning of White Adipose Tissue: Some Burning Issues 437 citations , August 2014 in “Cell metabolism” Turning white fat into brown-like fat could help fight obesity and type 2 diabetes.