July 2023 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação” This study found that combining ultrasound with vacuum therapy showed promise in reducing cellulite and improving skin texture more effectively than individual treatments, albeit with mild, temporary side effects; ongoing research is needed to standardize protocols and understand the mechanisms involved.
June 2023 in “Journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine” This review article highlights the potential health benefits and pharmaceutical components of pumpkin seeds, which contain proteins, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, and discusses their traditional medicinal uses and emerging applications in the food industry.
September 2022 in “Tropical grasslands-Forrajes tropicales” This study observed that smallholder cattle farmers in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia using leucaena as feed managed more cattle and focused more on fattening rather than breeding, but leucaena toxicity led to illnesses such as hair loss and, in a few cases, reproductive issues.
This study demonstrated that cryogelation of human hair keratin allows the development of 3D scaffolds with tunable properties, supporting cell adhesion and proliferation for potential biomedical applications.
February 2020 in “Scholars international journal of traditional and complementary medicine” This article explores Ayurvedic approaches to treating hair disorders and provides no new clinical results, highlighting practices like using herbal treatments for hair loss and greying.
This study explored the structure and function of lipocalin prostaglandin D synthase, revealing its dual role in substrate catalysis and as a lipophilic ligand carrier, potentially informing future drug delivery design.
January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the potential of Ziziphus species and its extracted oil as new therapeutic agents in drug development and highlights the need for further studies to fully exploit this species for human health benefits.
July 1997 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
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July 2003 in “British Journal of Plastic Surgery” This review discusses the importance of early diagnosis and the management of hidradenitis suppurativa, reporting no new clinical results but highlighting current therapeutic approaches and need for collaboration in treatment.
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article reviews how new observations have revolutionized surgical hair restoration and highlights the logical applications and prior illogical judgments that delayed this advancement, without reporting new results.
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January 2012 in “Chinese Medicine” In this study, a hydro-alcoholic extract of Urtica dioica demonstrated in vitro antioxidant activity, potentially linked to its ferulic acid content.
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May 2022 in “Fermentation” This study found that fermented camel milk containing 50% pumpkin seed milk significantly improved oxidative stress markers in rats and enhanced sensory and physicochemical properties compared to untreated groups.
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May 2024 in “Molecules” In this study, red rice was found to contain 87.2% carbohydrates, 9.1% proteins, and demonstrated bioactive properties due to its flavan-3-ol phenolic compounds, suggesting potential health benefits beyond its nutritional content.
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January 1971 in “Pathology” Children's hair needs only a little iron for normal growth, regardless of their body's iron levels.
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October 2023 in “Biology” In this study, researchers observed that fasting-induced molting in laying hens led to increased thyroid hormones, which may regulate feather molting by affecting hair follicle growth through specific signaling pathways, highlighting molecular changes during induced molting.
July 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” This study investigated the extracellular polysaccharides from the edible green alga Parachlorella sp. BX1.5, finding that they have potential applications in cosmetics and health products due to their stability, antioxidant properties, and effects on hair growth in mice.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study developed caffeine-loaded nanoparticles coated with ultradeformable liposomes for better hair follicle delivery, showing non-cytotoxicity and potential to reduce oxidative stress in DHT-damaged cells, suggesting an alternative treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
August 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review examines quality control in preparing platelet-rich plasma, highlighting knowledge gaps in its clinical efficacy and safety, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2017 in “Journal of Drug Research in Ayurvedic Sciences” This study conducted a detailed examination of Terminalia arjuna flowers, suggesting their potential use in establishing botanical standards for identification and standardization in Ayurvedic medicine.
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May 2023 in “Molecules” This source reviews recent research on Ginkgo biloba, highlighting its medicinal benefits due to compounds in the leaves and concerns over toxic alkylphenols in seeds. It also discusses patents for its food production uses and ongoing studies on toxicity and drug interactions.
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June 2019 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” This study introduces a method for long-term expansion of adult mouse epidermal stem cells in vitro using an organoid culture system that maintains the basal-apical organization.
October 2025 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This study examined the dermoscopic features of five patients with tuberous sclerosis and found that dermoscopy can differentiate characteristic cutaneous features from similar conditions, potentially aiding in earlier diagnosis when other symptoms are subtle or absent.
June 2023 in “Research journal of topical and cosmetic sciences” This study found that a herbal hair oil with 7.5% concentration of amla, hibiscus, bhringraj, and methi showed potent hair growth activity comparable to 2% minoxidil solution.
August 2016 in “International journal of scientific research in science, engineering and technology” This study demonstrated that incorporating human hair fiber into soft clayey soil significantly enhances subgrade strength and reduces cracking compared to unreinforced soil, as confirmed by unconfined compressive strength and CBR tests.
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September 2018 in “Nutrients” This review summarizes the volatile components, biological activities, and potential safety concerns of essential oils from various Curcuma species, but reports no new clinical results.
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November 2024 in “Animals” This review examines the genetic challenges in improving wool and cashmere fibers, emphasizing the need for further research on wool keratins and keratin-associated proteins to enhance fiber characteristics.
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November 2024 in “Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems” This study found that ultrasonication pre-treatment at various power levels improved the color, protein solubility, and degree of hydrolysis of fish protein hydrolysates from mackerel side streams, and potentially reduced bitterness by decreasing hydrophobic free amino acids.
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November 2024 in “Sciences of Phytochemistry” This review assesses 191 studies and reports that bananas have numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, cancer-reducing, and antihypertensive properties, while also supporting roles in treating diabetes and depression, highlighting the fruit's potential as both a functional food and medicinal plant.
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December 2022 in “Applied Sciences”
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December 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study found that a sub-fraction of Noni fruit, FEA-3, showed hair growth-promoting effects in a rabbit model of androgenic alopecia, similar to Minoxidil.