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January 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Vitamin A may influence hair loss conditions like alopecia, but more research is needed to understand how.
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December 2011 in “Drug Research” Finasteride's two formulations absorb similarly, showing bioequivalence.
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November 2020 in “BMC Dermatology” Researchers identified genes in scalp hair follicles that may affect hair traits and hair loss.
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August 2023 in “Natural Resources for Human Health” Vegetarians should take B vitamin supplements to avoid health issues.
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January 2022 in “International journal of zoological investigations” Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is common in overweight urban college girls and may increase the risk of heart and metabolic problems.
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