67 citations
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January 2007 in “Environmental health perspectives” This case report highlights that a woman experienced arsenic toxicosis from kelp supplements, manifesting as alopecia and memory loss, which resolved after stopping the supplements.
December 2014 in “Sociedad (University of Buenos Aires)” This study highlights three cases of liver toxicity linked to the use of the green tea catechin-containing supplement Inneov masa capilar® and underscores the need for careful monitoring of such products.
January 2005 in “Digital Access to Scholarship at Harvard (DASH) (Harvard University)” This article examines how the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 allows ineffective herbal remedies for hair loss to remain on the market, potentially misleading consumers, and suggests possible solutions.
August 2023 in “Vittalle” This integrative literature review investigated clinical trials on using medicinal plants, herbal products, and dietary supplements for treating alopecia, noting a need for further studies due to limited chemical-pharmaceutical analyses of the plant species involved, which include Allium sativum and Rosmarinus officinalis.
41 citations
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March 2010 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” This review discusses the complex interplay between the nervous system and skin conditions, highlighting various treatment strategies, but reports no new research findings.
This study reviews the use of natural products, like herbal extracts and essential oils, in treating male pattern baldness, noting their potential benefits compared to conventional therapies that may carry side effects or ethical concerns.
September 2023 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This article reviews the growing interest and potential health benefits of nutraceuticals, especially herbal products, highlighting their role in maintaining health, preventing diseases, and improving quality of life, while also discussing developments in nutraceutical research and challenges related to aging skin.
May 2026 in “Frontiers in Reproductive Health” This narrative review reported that a variety of lifestyle-based interventions, such as specific dietary changes and physical activity, along with adjunctive therapies, have potential benefits in managing metabolic and hormonal outcomes in women with PCOS, although the variable study quality suggests further research is needed.
74 citations
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August 2006 in “Journal of clinical gastroenterology” This report describes a case of acute liver injury in a woman following the use of Shen-Min, a herbal hair growth supplement, highlighting a potential link to acute hepatitis.
January 2011 in “Springer eBooks” Eating a balanced diet with the right vitamins and minerals is important for healthy hair, but too many supplements can be harmful.
35 citations
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January 2010 in “British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” This case report described a probable case of acute liver injury associated with high-dose S. repens, highlighting the safety concerns of self-medicating with herbal supplements like saw palmetto.
January 2020 in “Asian journal of applied science and technology” This source provides an overview of the dietary recommendations for macronutrient intake and the benefits of plant-based diets, including meeting essential amino acid needs through combining plant proteins and the advantages of consuming complex carbohydrates and adequate fiber for health.
26 citations
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February 2002 in “Urologic clinics of North America” This review examines the placebo response in conditions such as allergies and weight loss, highlighting its significance in both conventional and alternative medicine randomized trials, without reporting any new results.
February 2023 in “Aesthetic Cosmetology and Medicine” This review examines the health-promoting effects of medicinal plants used in nutricosmetics, highlighting their beneficial impact on skin physiology, but offers no new clinical results.
August 2024 in “Indian Journal Of Clinical Practice” A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle help manage PCOS symptoms.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This review reports that lifestyle modification, including diet and exercise, is essential for managing PCOS, while pharmacological and complementary treatments address specific symptoms like menstrual irregularities and insulin resistance.
July 2025 in “Journal of Food Chemistry and Nanotechnology” This study explored the traditional uses of Trichosanthes cucumerina Linn., or snake gourd, highlighting its application in folk medicine across tropical and subtropical regions to address conditions such as fever, inflammation, digestive disorders, diabetes, and respiratory problems.
2 citations
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November 2017 in “Food Additives & Contaminants: Part A” This study developed a validated method to detect prohibited drugs in dietary supplements, finding minoxidil, triaminodil, and finasteride in some samples.
September 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this randomized, placebo-controlled study, Kūlaris supplementation significantly improved quality of life for participants with mild-to-severe acne over 12 weeks, though no significant changes in general skin health measures were observed compared to placebo.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Animal Research” This study observed that herbal feed supplementation in Frieswal breeding bulls improved semen volume and motility, while significantly lowering dihydrotestosterone levels, suggesting a potential mechanism for enhancing semen quality.
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October 2017 in “Food Additives & Contaminants: Part A” This study identified a new minoxidil analogue called triaminodil in an illegal hair-growth supplement, but no data on its chemical, toxicological, or pharmacological properties are available yet.
6 citations
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December 2014 in “PubMed” This report describes three cases of liver toxicity linked to the dietary supplement Inneov masa capilar®, primarily composed of green tea catechins, after ruling out other causes of acute hepatitis.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” This study found that various dietary supplements positively impacted hair density and were well-tolerated among patients with androgenetic alopecia, suggesting they may be useful adjuncts or alternatives to standard treatments.
18 citations
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January 2022 in “Nutrients” This review discusses potential agents, including acetyl-L-carnitine and vitamins, for repurposing in managing chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy and reports no clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for further research.
27 citations
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June 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Excessive selenium in supplements can cause hair loss and nail issues.
January 2024 in “Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine” This paper discusses the potential of millets as a dietary intervention to help manage chemotherapy side effects in cancer patients, suggesting that their nutrient profile and various health benefits could support treatment without increasing medication burden.
382 citations
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February 2010 in “Archives of Internal Medicine” This study identified that high concentrations of selenium in a liquid dietary supplement caused a widespread outbreak of poisoning, revealing the importance of stricter manufacturing standards.
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August 2017 in “Journal of food and nutrition research” This study found that the black bean-licorice-biotae folium extract may improve hair diameter, scalp moisture, and sebum secretion, although its effect on hair density was not significant.
February 2024 in “Journal of ayurveda and integrated medical sciences” In this case study, a 22-year-old female with iron deficiency anaemia showed significant symptom improvement and haemoglobin increase after a month of Ayurvedic treatments and iron-rich dietary supplements.
January 2026 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” In this case report, a multimodal Ayurvedic treatment combining Gunjadi Taila, Rasayana therapy, and Prachhanna Karma successfully reduced hair fall, scalp itching, dandruff, and dryness in a 32-year-old male, suggesting its effectiveness for managing these scalp disorders.