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research Bioactivities, isolation and purification methods of polysaccharides from natural products: A review

305 citations , July 2016 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules”

This review describes the roles of polysaccharides in antitumor, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory activities and introduces methods for their isolation and purification, reporting no new research results.

research Laser-assisted hair removal: Side effects of Q-switched Nd:YAG, long-pulsed ruby, and alexandrite lasers

294 citations , August 1999 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This study observed that the majority of side effects from laser-assisted hair removal were associated with ruby and alexandrite lasers, particularly in patients with tanned or darker skin types.

research Environmental Factors and Puberty Timing: Expert Panel Research Needs

284 citations , February 2008 in “Pediatrics”

This review discusses the potential impact of endocrine-disrupting chemicals and body size on pubertal onset and progression, highlighting critical gaps and priorities for future research without presenting new clinical results.

research The potential of pumpkin seeds as a functional food ingredient: A review

216 citations , September 2020 in “Scientific African”

This review discusses the potential of pumpkin seeds as a functional food ingredient, highlighting their promising bioactive compounds and health benefits, but reports no new clinical results.

research Assessment of Circulating Sex Steroid Levels in Prepubertal and Pubertal Boys and Girls by a Novel Ultrasensitive Gas Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry Method

169 citations , November 2009 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

This study found that prepubertal girls have significantly higher levels of estrogens and androgen metabolites compared to age-matched boys, which may contribute to their earlier onset of puberty.

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community Putting fin pills in an empty capsule

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A user takes 1.25 mg finasteride daily by splitting a 5 mg pill and considers using empty capsules to avoid the pill getting stuck when swallowing. Others suggest using water to help swallow and confirm that using capsules won't affect the drug's efficiency.

community Pumpkin seed oil and alcohol free minoxidil

23 upvotes 2 months ago

A 41-year-old male used pumpkin seed oil, alcohol-free minoxidil, rosemary oil, castor oil, and Nizoral shampoo to regrow hair on thinning spots, noticing results within a month. He avoided finasteride, opting for a natural approach, and improved his diet.

community Is there new research about pumpkin oil as a DHT blocker (2026)?

11 upvotes 4 months ago

Pumpkin seed oil is considered a weak DHT blocker compared to finasteride and dutasteride, with some users reporting side effects like mood changes and reduced libido. Despite some anecdotal benefits for urinary issues, it is not effective for hair loss, and finasteride is preferred by some users for its lack of side effects.

community Do PUFA's accelerate hair loss? Is this tweet accurate?

4 months ago

PUFA foods like salmon and walnuts are healthy and do not accelerate hair loss. There is no evidence linking PUFAs to hair loss, and claims suggesting otherwise lack scientific support.

community Publication concludes finasteride is a associated with a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction.

345 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride is not linked to a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction; this figure applies only to those already experiencing sexual issues. Most users do not have side effects, and the study's methodology is criticized for selection bias.

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