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research Biotechnological Applications of Mushrooms Under the Water-Energy-Food Nexus: Crucial Aspects and Prospects from Farm to Pharmacy
Mushrooms offer benefits for food, energy, and water security, and have potential uses in health and environmental applications.
research The Effects of a Powder of the Fruiting Body of Commercial Lingzhi or Reishi Medicinal Mushroom Ganoderma Lucidum on Hypercholesterolemic Rat Skin, Applied With a Topical Application of Benzo(a)pyrene
Ganoderma lucidum powder may help prevent skin cancer and lower cholesterol.
research Wound Healing and the Use of Medicinal Plants
Some medicinal plants can help heal wounds and may lead to new treatments.
research Mushroom Cosmetics: The Present and Future
Mushrooms have beneficial properties for skin and hair care products and have great potential for future cosmetic use.
research Ethnomycological Study of Macrofungi Utilized by Pamona Community Around Lake Poso, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia
The Pamona community uses 21 types of mushrooms for food, medicine, and other needs, highlighting the importance of conserving these resources.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)
The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Have you tried Biotin supplements for your hair?
People shared that Biotin supplements did not improve their hair loss and some experienced stronger nails or more pimples. They suggested trying finasteride or minoxidil instead for hair loss treatment.
community How to BECOME a RESPONDER to Fin/Dut if you are not responding
The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hair growth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.
community PSA: Get your Vitamin D levels checked!
A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.
community DHT blocking ingredients
The conversation discusses DHT blocking treatments for hair loss, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, Finasteride, and organic flaxseed oil containing omega-3 fatty acids. It highlights skepticism about alternative treatments and emphasizes the proven effectiveness of Finasteride and Dutasteride.