January 2022 in “European Proceedings of Life Sciences” This article discusses the genetic polymorphisms affecting the antioxidant system and suggests that personalized detoxification plans and nutrition may be beneficial for patients with chronic diseases, but it reports no new clinical findings.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Advanced Research” This study found that activating ALDH2, an enzyme that detoxifies acetaldehyde, promoted hair growth in hair follicles by reducing oxidative stress and enhancing cellular signaling pathways, suggesting a potential therapeutic approach for inducing hair regrowth.
September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Blocking IL-1 could help treat some hair loss conditions; alopecia affects liver detox systems; spironolactone is better than finasteride for female hair growth; focusing on the catagen hair phase could lead to new alopecia treatments.
August 2017 in “International journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine” This review discusses the Ayurvedic perspectives on Bhallataka, noting its detoxified forms may have various therapeutic properties, but reports no new clinical findings.
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May 2003 in “Endocrinology” This study found that the vitamin D receptor in lampreys, which lack bones and hair, binds 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 and may function to induce enzymes for detoxifying substances.
March 2026 in “Israel Journal of Plant Sciences” This study investigated the endophytic bacterial community of Eclipta prostrata, finding that these microorganisms contribute to the plant’s stress tolerance and detoxification, which may enhance its medicinal properties by supporting the synthesis and stability of beneficial metabolites.
April 2019 in “National Journal of Research in Ayurved Science” This source reports that triphala, an Ayurvedic herbal preparation made from three fruits, is widely used as a safe and effective laxative and colon cleanser, with potential anti-cancer properties and additional health benefits like improving digestion and detoxifying the body.
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January 2008 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” In this study, finasteride dose-dependently inhibited stress-induced increases in allopregnanolone in rats, while enhancing 20alpha-reduction of progesterone without affecting 3alpha-dihydroprogesterone or 11-deoxycorticosterone levels.
January 1999 in “Birkhäuser Basel eBooks” This study observed increased metallothionein expression in regenerating liver and hyperplastic mouse skin, suggesting a potential role in cellular proliferation and differentiation.
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September 2008 in “Nutrition reviews” This study identified new dietary ligands for the human vitamin D receptor, including curcumin and gamma-tocotrienol, which may influence its biological functions.
June 2026 in “Scholarly review .” This review discusses the impact of endocrine-disrupting chemicals on pediatric health, linking them to various disorders, and calls for improved biomonitoring strategies and precautionary policies.
July 2025 in “Journal of Integrated Health Sciences” In this study, a 32-year-old female with alopecia areata experienced significant symptom relief after receiving traditional Ayurvedic treatments, including Virechana, Pracchana, and Rasayana therapies, alongside external application of Chakramarda. The protocol was reported to be simple, cost-effective, and highly efficacious.
This study provides genomic and epigenomic insights into the white wax scale insect, highlighting high methylation levels and differential hormone profiles linked to its sexual dimorphism and developmental differences.
January 2015 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” In this animal study, the researchers found that administering anionic lipid nanoemulsions called squarticles increased survival rates and mitigated the adverse effects of amitriptyline overdose in rats.
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March 2016 in “Frontiers in Plant Science” This study identified that spermidine-mediated activation of eIF5A by hypusination plays a significant role in Arabidopsis thaliana growth, flowering time, stress adaptation, and development, including changing root and aerial architecture.
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January 2017 in “Case reports in endocrinology” This report describes an elderly woman whose nonclassic 11-hydroxylase deficiency, presenting as acne and male pattern alopecia, may have been ameliorated by Ashwagandha root in a dose-related manner.
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April 2014 in “The Plant cell” In this study, researchers showed that the CAP1 gene regulates root hair growth in plants by modulating cytoplasmic ammonium levels and maintaining calcium gradients, highlighting its role in ammonium homeostasis.
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April 2020 in “Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity” This study provides evidence that Fernblock® upregulates antioxidant pathways in cultured keratinocytes, potentially protecting against damage from fine pollutant particles.
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March 2015 in “American journal of primatology” This study found that ringtailed lemurs consuming leucaena in Berenty absorb mimosine, which causes alopecia without affecting body condition or organ toxicity; this may increase infant mortality due to alopecic mothers.
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July 2022 in “Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine” This review discusses the molecular phylogeny, chemical constituents, and therapeutic applications of medicinal plants in the Ranunculales order and reports no new clinical results.
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September 2024 in “Metabolism and Target Organ Damage” This review discusses the role of skin enzymes in drug metabolism and emphasizes the need for models assessing enzyme activity to evaluate the safety and bioequivalence of topical generic drugs, highlighting efforts to standardize testing protocols for transdermal products.
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April 2022 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” This study reports that a new protocol using Angio PRP improved wound healing in mice by enhancing key healing processes and regulating inflammation, suggesting potential for clinical advancements.
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October 2017 This review summarizes the antioxidant and anticarcinogenic properties of Indian Gooseberry, its phytochemical composition, and its use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Oncology” In this rat study, subcutaneous injections of hydrogen peroxide and cumene hydroperoxide appeared to completely prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss by inducing cell cycle arrest, suggesting a novel approach to help cancer patients maintain their quality of life during treatment.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights Croton tiglium's dual therapeutic and toxic properties, noting its potential for hair growth promotion through PKC-mediated pathways, while emphasizing the challenges posed by its toxicity for safe clinical use.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review consolidates evidence on Croton tiglium's bioactive compounds and effects, discussing its potential uses in treatments like hair-growth formulations, yet emphasizes the significant safety challenges due to the plant's inherent toxicity.
February 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This study explores the use of Neem oil and a sesame oil-based formulation in Ayurvedic treatments for hair loss, suggesting their potential to improve scalp health, nourish hair follicles, and balance doshas, thereby aiding in hair loss prevention and management.
January 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study identified key genes related to ischemic stroke through the ferroptosis pathway and highlighted the potential role of specific traditional Chinese medicines in regulating associated biological processes.
December 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Puradrop Extra Strength Gummies claim to support weight loss and boost energy using natural ingredients.
January 2018 in “Journal of general practice” Young people are losing hair due to stress, poor diet, pollution, and lack of sleep, but it can be treated with supplements and scalp treatments.