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GlossaryNutritional Supplements (Nutraceuticals)

products enhancing nutrient intake, like vitamins and minerals

Nutritional supplements, also known as dietary supplements, are products designed to augment your daily intake of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and enzymes. They come in various forms such as tablets, capsules, powders, and liquids, and are often used to address specific nutritional deficiencies, support overall health, or enhance physical performance.

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research Nutraceuticals: A Review

95 citations, February 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy”

Nutraceuticals may improve skin health and protect against aging, but more research is needed on their optimal use and possible health risks.

research Nutraceuticals as Anti-Angiogenic Agents: Hopes and Reality

48 citations, March 2005 in “PubMed”

Some plant-based compounds might help control the growth of new blood vessels if further research confirms their effectiveness.

research Nutraceuticals for Healthy Skin Aging

8 citations, January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Certain nutrients can help keep skin healthy as we age.

research Nutraceuticals for Androgenetic Alopecia

2 citations, March 2022 in “PubMed”

Nutrafol® and Viviscal® can slightly help hair growth in hair loss.

research Vitamins as Nutraceuticals for Baldness

January 2024 in “Apple Academic Press eBooks”

Vitamins might not effectively treat hair loss and can sometimes be harmful.

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community Update about Hair Follicle Glucose Metabolism: New Clinical Data Collection with Ex-President Of American Board Of Hair Restoration Surgery.

in Research/Science 41 upvotes 5 months ago

David Barreto shared that a London-based research group is conducting a 12-month trial for a new nutraceutical treatment for pattern hair loss, designed with Dr. Carlos Puig. The trial aims to provide robust data, with results expected in 1-2 years, potentially representing a significant advancement since finasteride’s introduction in 1997.

community Can someone explain why it's "dumb" to just drink topical liquid minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 27 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the risks and methods of ingesting liquid minoxidil for hair loss. Concerns include dosing accuracy, safety of ingredients, and potential side effects compared to using oral minoxidil tablets.

community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.

in Research/Science 101 upvotes 2 years ago

Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.