December 2025 in “International Journal of Clinical Medical Research” This review explores the role of nutrition and probiotics in enhancing skin, hair, and nail health through gut microbiota, highlighting the potential of nutritional interventions for cosmetic benefits via the gut-skin axis.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study observed that many individuals with alopecia areata seek or receive dietary and nutritional advice to manage their condition, often making changes such as taking supplements or adding specific foods, yet most reported no change in their disease status.
August 2024 in “Quality in Sport” This study highlights the challenges faced by women with PCOS and emphasizes the importance of lifestyle changes, such as diet and weight loss, as the primary treatment strategy to manage symptoms and reduce associated health risks.
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January 2017 in “Chemical & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that a synthetic avicequinone C analogue, 5e, was significantly more potent in inhibiting steroid 5α-reductase type 1 activity in human keratinocytes compared to the original isolated compound.
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September 2020 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” This review discusses the potential health benefits of probiotics as a "Bio-Therapy" in food and medicine, noting that more research is needed to fully understand their mechanisms and effectiveness.