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non-flowering plant reproducing via spores, with complex fronds

A fern is a type of non-flowering plant that reproduces via spores rather than seeds. Ferns have complex leaves called fronds, and they thrive in moist, shaded environments. They are significant in both ecological and evolutionary studies due to their ancient lineage and diverse species.

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research Ferns as Healing Plants in Medieval Mallorca, Spain: Evidence from Human Dental Calculus

26 citations, October 2018 in “International journal of osteoarchaeology”

Medieval people in Mallorca used ferns as medicine.

research Adiantum Capillus-Veneris Linn (Maidenhair Fern) Extract-Based Drug as a Symptomatic Treatment for COVID-19

July 2020

Maidenhair fern extract may help treat COVID-19 symptoms.

research Effect of Ethanol Adiantum Capillus-Veneris Extract in Experimental Models of Anxiety and Depression

7 citations, January 2019 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences”

Maidenhair fern extract reduced anxiety and depression in rats and may work due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Egyptian Traditional Herbal Medicine Candidate Adiantum Capillus-Veneris Linn. as a Symptomatic Treatment for COVID-19: A Review of Its Mechanisms, Pros and Cons

research Egyptian Traditional Herbal Medicine Candidate Adiantum Capillus-Veneris Linn. as a Symptomatic Treatment for COVID-19: A Review of Its Mechanisms, Pros and Cons

May 2021

Maidenhair fern might help with COVID-19 symptoms, but it needs more testing.

research Whole Plant Adiantum Capillus-Veneris Linn Extract as an Anti-COVID-19 Therapy

May 2021

Maidenhair fern extract might help treat COVID-19 symptoms, but more research is needed.

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community 4 Months fin 5 months min 3m oral min results

in Progress Pictures 136 upvotes 1 year ago

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community 1 year hair progress into using fin and min

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

. This user reported using 1mg of finasteride and topical application of 1ml minoxidil twice a day for one year, with good results, no shedding and no side effects.

community Any news about possible cures?

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 1 year ago

Potential cures for Androgenic Alopecia, specifically Kintor/HMI 115, CosmeRNA, Minoxidil and Finasteride.

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