June 2021 in “Current developments in nutrition” This study found that high doses of finasteride were associated with reduced total cholesterol and body weight gain in LDLR-deficient mice.
May 2020 in “Current developments in nutrition” This study found that a low dose of finasteride over 12 weeks did not alter the lipid profile or adiposity index in atheroprone Ldlr−/− mice.
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February 2019 in “Journal of Affective Disorders” This study found that 12 weeks of melatonin supplementation improved mental health and metabolic parameters in women with polycystic ovary syndrome compared to a placebo.
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September 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This genome-wide association study identified several genetic markers, including specific SNPs and HLA genotypes, associated with alopecia areata susceptibility in the Taiwanese population, highlighting key pathways involved in immune response and offering insights into the genetic origins of this autoimmune condition.
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October 2024 in “Cureus” This study reported that women with polycystic ovarian syndrome have higher serum irisin levels, which are associated with metabolic and hormonal imbalances, including hyperandrogenism, total cholesterol, and visceral fat.