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research Food hypersensitivity-induced chronic gastrointestinal inflammation in a non-human primate model of diet-induced obesity

April 2019 in “PLOS ONE”

This study found that a high-fat diet in macaques led to severe gastrointestinal inflammation and chronic wasting, with more pronounced effects in females, highlighting the potential risks of certain dietary interventions in obesity models.

research Follow-up care after metabolic surgery – a prospective study in the North-Eastern region of Romania

October 2023 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences”

In this study, metabolic surgery led to a weight loss of 10.8 to 12.6 kg and improvement in body composition and HbA1c levels among patients from North-Eastern Romania, with nutritional intervention proving safe over six months.

Expression of 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 in Visceral and Subcutaneous Adipose Tissues of Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Is Associated with Adiposity

research Expression of 11β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 in visceral and subcutaneous adipose tissues of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with adiposity

18 citations , December 2010 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology”

The authors concluded that increased expression of the HSD11B1 gene in adipose tissue correlates with obesity markers and predicts insulin resistance, but this association is independent of polycystic ovary syndrome when adiposity is controlled for.

research Effects of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors

2 citations , March 2018 in “Current Opinion in Urology”

This review discusses the clinical applications and adverse effects of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia and androgenic alopecia, noting controversies around their implications for other diseases, without reporting new results.

research Appearance and Internal Aging

September 2016 in “Springer eBooks”

This review discusses how physical appearance, including skin, facial features, and physique, is linked to aging and health risks, but reports no new experimental results.

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community Biotin/saw palmetto/pumpkin seed supplements and body fat

3 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses concerns about weight gain potentially linked to biotin, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seed supplements, with users generally doubting the supplements are the cause. One user stopped taking saw palmetto due to side effects but did not notice improved results.

community Expert of Reddit. Is this the (real) cure?

8 years ago

The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments, including methylating estrogen, losing body fat, and supplementing with vitamins A, K2, and D. It also mentions reducing exposure to environmental estrogenics, with skepticism about genetic factors being the primary cause of baldness.

community What do people think about using a castor oil pack on thinning hair? It is ant-inflammatory has a lot of vitamins and fatty acids..

4 upvotes 8 years ago

Castor oil is being considered for hair thinning, with some users noting it may prevent hair breakage but not affect DHT-related hair loss. Some users report mixed results, with one mentioning increased body hair growth from oral consumption.

community The only man in existence who actually looks better without hair, and has a NW0 into his 50s. Why is life like this?

1316 upvotes 6 months ago

Some men look better with shaved heads due to facial features and low body fat, while others believe a perfect hairline enhances attractiveness. Treatments like finasteride might be used to maintain a perfect hairline.

community How I recovered from 4+ years of severe balding ages 20-24 by dieting, lifestyle changes and ONLY using topical minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 473 upvotes 1 year ago

A user reversed severe hair loss with dieting, lifestyle changes, and topical minoxidil, highlighting reduced inflammation and body fat. The conversation debates finasteride's effectiveness and the impact of diet and lifestyle on hair health.

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learn Hair Transplant

Is a hair transplant permanent? Transplanted hair is generally permanent but requires ongoing care to maintain results.

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