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July 2012 in “Biological trace element research” This study found that an increased calcium/magnesium ratio in hair and lower chromium concentration were associated with higher insulin resistance in Korean adult males.
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April 2023 in “Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine” This study found that dogs with idiopathic epilepsy had altered hair concentrations of several trace elements, which may suggest a role in the disease's pathophysiology and indicate effects from antiseizure medications.
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June 2013 in “International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research” This study found that higher hair calcium concentration was associated with lower calcium intake and bone mineral density among women over 20 years old in Korea.
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September 1970 in “Journal of Animal Science” This study investigated how dietary copper affects hair pigmentation and mineral concentrations in calves, reporting on copper's influence but not providing definitive results.
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September 1999 in “Biological Trace Element Research” This study concluded that mineral element deficiencies in pregnant women may be alleviated with targeted nutrient supplementation, although mutual resistance and promotional effects among the supplements were observed.