2 citations,
October 2023 in “Biology” Cobalt is important for health but too much or too little can cause health problems, and its environmental buildup is a concern.
1 citations,
March 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Collagen is crucial for health and treating certain diseases, and supplements can improve skin, nails, and hair conditions.
January 2024 in “Metabolites” Standardized procedures are crucial for collecting and preparing biological samples to ensure accurate clinical metabolomics results.
May 2023 in “Antioxidants” Peptides from oysters may safely and effectively heal skin wounds with less scarring.
July 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” Shell ginger contains kavalactones that promote hair growth and have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and anti-obesity effects.
66 citations,
June 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” European guidelines recommend regular eye and ear exams, skin care, vitamin D supplements, and cautious use of medications for managing congenital ichthyoses.
18 citations,
October 2013 in “EFSA Journal” Coriander seed oil is safe for healthy adults at up to 600 mg per day.
16 citations,
April 2018 in “Animal Genetics” Researchers found two genes that may explain why some Casertana pigs don't have hair.
9 citations,
March 2019 in “Anthropology and Medicine” The paper explored the rise of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in India, linking it to sociocultural, environmental, and political-economic changes following the country's economic liberalization in 1991. It argued that public health discussions often focused narrowly on diet and exercise, overlooking broader transformations in health practices due to globalization. By examining public discourses and medical semantics related to PCOS, the study highlighted the importance of considering the political ecology of health. This approach provided insights into how modern relationships between the body and its environment contributed to the increase in metabolic disorders, offering valuable perspectives for biomedical and public health research.
8 citations,
June 2023 in “Advanced functional materials” Tunable structured metal oxides show promise for various medical treatments due to their versatility and cost-effectiveness.
3 citations,
June 2011 in “EFSA Journal” The document evaluated the health claims related to spermidine and its contribution to normal hair growth. The Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies assessed the scientific evidence provided to substantiate these claims. The conclusion was that a cause-and-effect relationship between the consumption of spermidine and the contribution to normal hair growth was not established due to insufficient evidence. The panel emphasized the need for more robust scientific data to support such health claims.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “MedieKultur: Journal of Media and Communication Research” YouTube is changing the way health-related advice is shared, altering traditional roles of experts and patients.
1 citations,
December 2011 in “EFSA Journal” Spermidine may help extend the growth phase of hair.
February 2020 in “Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety” Finasteride users have higher odds of certain health issues and lower odds of specific lifestyle factors compared to nonusers.
June 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Gene therapy in mice increased lifespan and improved health without causing cancer.
October 2020 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Hair loss improved after removing pituitary tumor.
11 citations,
September 2000 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that awareness and understanding of hidradenitis suppurativa are increasing, but effective treatments are still needed.
7 citations,
January 1982 in “Acta agriculturae Scandinavica” Mink use L-methionine and L-cystine slightly better than natural amino acids for hair growth, but D-methionine is not effective.
173 citations,
May 2001 in “Human reproduction update” Oestrogens are key for bone growth during puberty in both boys and girls.
40 citations,
October 2002 in “Endocrinology” Vitamin D3 analogs can promote hair growth in mice genetically prone to hair loss.
12 citations,
December 2021 in “Aging” A new painless method to collect hair follicles helps study DNA damage and aging.
11 citations,
July 2001 in “APMIS. Acta pathologica, microbiologica et immunologica Scandinavica./APMIS” Estrogens are key for bone growth spurts in both boys and girls and affect growth into adulthood.
10 citations,
February 2019 in “Toxicological Sciences” Finasteride exposure affects gene expression and anogenital distance in male rat fetuses.
2 citations,
December 2022 in “PNAS nexus” SCD-153 shows promise as an effective topical treatment for alopecia areata.
February 2024 in “Frontiers in physiology” Lymphatic vessels are important for skin repair and could affect skin disease treatments.
December 2023 in “Medical & Clinical Case Reports Journal” Ayurvedic treatment, including leech therapy, can effectively regrow hair in alopecia areata.
September 2013 in “Experimental Dermatology” The document concluded that stem cells are crucial for skin repair, regeneration, and may help in developing advanced skin substitutes.
221 citations,
January 2014 in “Human Reproduction” Adding anti-Müllerian hormone to PCOS criteria lowers the number of women diagnosed.
134 citations,
September 2008 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” Low fluence photoepilation temporarily removes hair by targeting the hair follicle's pigmented area without severe damage.
73 citations,
February 2007 in “The American Journal of Medicine” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes and medications like hormonal contraceptives and metformin.