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Glossary Fruit

mature ovary of a flowering plant containing seeds

A fruit is the mature ovary of a flowering plant, typically containing seeds. It develops from the fertilized ovule after pollination and serves to protect the seeds and aid in their dispersal. Fruits can be fleshy, like apples and berries, or dry, like nuts and grains.

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research Fruit Acid Inhibits UV-Induced Skin Aging via PI3K/Akt and NF-κB Pathway Inhibition

3 citations , January 2025 in “Discovery Medicine”

This study found that glycolic acid treatment reduced oxidative stress and inflammation in UV-induced skin photoaging in rats, promoting collagen recovery and reducing photoaging signs, potentially by inhibiting the PI3K/Akt and NF-κB pathways.

research Anti-androgenic potential of the fruit extracts of certain Egyptian Sabal species and their genetic variability studies: a metabolomic-molecular modeling approach

1 citations , January 2022 in “Food & Function”

This study found that fruit extracts from certain Egyptian Sabal species demonstrated significant anti-androgenic activity and potential therapeutic effects against benign prostatic hyperplasia in rat models and cell lines.

The Chemical and Pharmacological Research Progress on Fructus Malvae

research The Chemical and Pharmacological Research Progress on a Kind of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Fructus Malvae

1 citations , September 2022 in “Molecules”

This review systematically summarizes the chemical components and pharmacological research on Fructus Malvae, aiming to enhance its development and application in traditional Chinese medicine; it reports no new clinical results.

research Hair promotion effect of Beta vulgaris L. fruit extracts; physicochemical, and analytical evaluation

January 2026

This study on albino mice found that hair tonic formulations using methanolic and ethanolic extracts of Beta vulgaris L. promoted hair growth, with the ethanolic extract showing greater effectiveness in terms of length and diameter, potentially due to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

research Hair Growth Activity of Seeds and Fruit Pulp of Eugenia jambolana (Jamun)

November 2015 in “Pharmacy & pharmacology international journal”

This study concluded that the ethanolic extract of Eugenia jambolana fruit pulp significantly promoted hair growth in albino mice compared to the seeds extract.

Fructus Psoraleae Treating Androgenetic Alopecia Through 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibition and Nrf2-Keap1 Pathway

research Fructus Psoraleae Treating in Androgenetic Alopecia Through 5-Α Reductase Inhibition and Nrf2-Keap1 Pathway

January 2024

In this study, a 75% ethanol extract of Fructus Psoraleae was found to significantly inhibit 5-α reductase and promote hair growth in mice, indicating its potential as a treatment for androgenetic alopecia through modulation of the Nrf2-Keap1 pathway.

research Added dietary vegetables and fruits improved coat quality of capybara in Seoul Zoo, Republic of Korea: A case study

November 2016 in “Zoo biology”

This study observed that increasing dietary vitamin C in capybaras significantly improved their skin, coat, and weight, though other nutrients might also have contributed to their improved condition.

research Fructus panax ginseng extract promotes hair regeneration in C57BL/6 mice

41 citations , September 2011 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology”

This study indicates that Fructus panax ginseng extract may promote hair growth by increasing proliferation in human hair dermal papilla cells and lengthening the anagen phase in mice.

research Fructose-1,6-bisphosphate aldolase A levels decrease in hair keratinocytes during androgenetic alopecia

2 citations , January 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

ALDOA levels drop in hair cells during hair loss.

research Forsythiae Fructus: A Review on its Phytochemistry, Quality Control, Pharmacology and Pharmacokinetics

110 citations , September 2017 in “Molecules”

This review discusses the phytochemistry, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and standardization of Forsythiae Fructus, detailing both unripe and ripe forms, but reports no new clinical results.

research Walnut fruit diaphragm ethanol extract ameliorates damage due to Triton WR‐1339‐induced hyperlipidemia in rats

10 citations , November 2023 in “European Journal of Lipid Science and Technology”

This study found that the ethanolic extract of walnut fruit diaphragm significantly improved lipid profiles, reduced oxidative stress, and had anti-inflammatory effects in hyperlipidemic rats.

research Effect of Miracle Fruit (Synsepalum dulcificum) Seed Oil (MFSO®) on the Measurable Improvement of Hair Breakage in Women with Damaged Hair: A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Eight-month Trial.

4 citations , November 2017 in “PubMed”

This study found that Synsepalum dulcificum seed oil hair treatment significantly reduced hair breakage and improved hair health indices in women, outperforming both placebo and argan oil treatments.

research Improvement of Hair Loss by a Persimmon Leaf, Green Tea, and Sophora Fruit Extract Complex (BLH308)

2 citations , August 2022 in “Korean journal of medicinal crop science/Han-gug yagyong jagmul hag-hoeji”

This study investigated the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of the plant extract BLH308 and its potential to reduce hair loss, showing significant antioxidant activity in vitro.

Anti-Alopecia Activity of Alkaloids from Noni Fruit Against Dihydrotestosterone-Induced Male Rabbits and Its Molecular Mechanism: In Vivo and In Silico Studies

research Anti-Alopecia Activity of Alkaloids Group from Noni Fruit against Dihydrotestosterone-Induced Male Rabbits and Its Molecular Mechanism: In Vivo and In Silico Studies

1 citations , 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.

research Hair growth promoting effect of dried fruit of Gambhari (Gmelina arborea Roxb.) on HFDPC (human follicle dermal papilla cells) with special reference to its Keshya Karma - In-Vitro Study

August 2026 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences”

In this study, dried Gambhari fruit extract was found to increase cell viability and growth of human follicle dermal papilla cells in vitro, showing potential hair growth-promoting activity comparable to Minoxidil 5% at selected concentrations.

Efficacy and Safety of Persimmon Leaf Formulated With Green Tea and Sophora Fruit Extracts on Hair Growth: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial

research Efficacy and safety of persimmon leaf formulated with green tea and sophora fruit extracts (BLH308) on hair growth: A randomized, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled clinical trial

August 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology”

In this clinical trial, oral consumption of a persimmon leaf extract-containing complex significantly increased hair density and thickness over 24 weeks compared to a placebo, although improvements in hair gloss were not statistically significant.

The Effect of an Oral Product Containing Amla Fruit on Female Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

research The effect of an oral product containing Amla fruit (Phyllanthus emblica L.) on female androgenetic alopecia: A randomized controlled trial

July 2023 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology”

In this triple-blind, randomized clinical trial, researchers found that oral Amla syrup significantly increased the anagen-to-telogen hair ratio and satisfaction levels in women with Female Androgenetic Alopecia compared to placebo, suggesting its potential benefit for treating androgenic hair loss.

Sky Fruit Seed Crush: A Potential Source of Less Salt Curing of Raw Goatskin

research Sky Fruit Seed Crush (SFSC): A potential Source of less Salt Curing of Raw Goatskin

June 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

In this study, utilizing a mixture of crushed sky fruit seeds and sodium salt for goat skin preservation led to a significant reduction in environmental impact, decreasing total dissolved solids by 59% and chloride content by 44%, while maintaining the physical quality of processed leather.

research Mutamba fruits (Guazuma ulmifolia Lam.) - physical, physicochemical and antioxidant characterization

May 2020 in “Research, Society and Development”

This study suggests that mutamba fruit, regardless of maturation stage, could be valuable in the food industry due to its high soluble solids, vitamin C, and mineral content.

research GC-MS analysis and phytochemical screening of methanolic fruit extract of Citrullus colocynthis (L.) Schrad

January 2019 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry”

This study identified 14 different phytoconstituents in the methanolic fruit extract of Citrullus colocynthis, suggesting its potential pharmacological importance.

research Bud fruitfulness assessment and pruning

January 2005 in “Australian viticulture”

This study found that different bovine epithelial tissues express varying types of cytokeratins, with hair follicle and nasolabial gland expressing both acidic and basic types, while others express only one or the other.

research Inhibition of Proliferation of LNCaP Prostate Cells by Corni Fructus Extract Is Associated with a Decrease in the Expression of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia-Causing Factors

1 citations , June 2021 in “Journal of Korean Medicine for Obesity Research”

Corni Fructus extract may help manage benign prostatic hyperplasia by reducing prostate cell growth and inflammation.

research Effects of Crataegi Fructus Hot-Water Extract on Hair Growth and Growth Factor Gene Expression of Human Dermal Papilla Cells

September 2017 in “Korean journal of acupuncture”

Crataegi Fructus water extract may help treat hair loss.

research Antidiabetic, dermatoprotective, antioxidant and chemical functionalities in Zizyphus lotus leaves and fruits

69 citations , February 2019 in “Industrial Crops and Products”

Zizyphus lotus leaves and fruits have strong antidiabetic effects and potential skin benefits.

research Antihirsutism activity of Fennel (fruits of Foeniculum vulgare) extract – A double-blind placebo controlled study

59 citations , January 2003 in “Phytomedicine”

This study found that a cream containing 2% Fennel extract reduced hair diameter in idiopathic hirsutism patients more effectively than a cream with 1% Fennel or a placebo.

research Lansium domesticum—A Fruit with Multi-Benefits: Traditional Uses, Phytochemicals, Nutritional Value, and Bioactivities

36 citations , April 2022 in “Nutrients”

This review discusses the potential of Lansium domesticum as a herbal medicine, summarizing its traditional uses, nutritional value, bioactivities, and related nanoparticles and pharmaceutical formulations, but reports no new experimental results.

research Effect ofCitrullus colocynthisSchrad fruits on testosterone-induced alopecia

31 citations , September 2009 in “Natural Product Research”

In this study, petroleum ether extract of Citrullus colocynthis fruit effectively promoted hair growth in a mouse model of androgen-induced alopecia, showing comparable results to the standard treatment, finasteride.

research Antiaging Activity of Peptide Identified from Fermented Trapa Japonica Fruit Extract in Human Dermal Fibroblasts

14 citations , January 2020 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine”

This study found that a newly synthesized peptide from fermented Trapa japonica extract significantly promoted wound recovery and showed antiaging effects in skin cells and a clinical study, suggesting potential as a cosmetic product.

research Assessment of the anti‐hair loss potential of Camellia japonica fruit shell extract in vitro

10 citations , November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

In this laboratory study, Camellia japonica fruit shell extract showed potential to mitigate hair loss by promoting hair cell growth and reducing harmful effects of DHT and oxidative stress.

Bacillus/Trapa Japonica Fruit Extract Ferment Filtrate Enhances Human Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cell Proliferation via the Akt/ERK/GSK-3β Signaling Pathway

research Bacillus/Trapa japonica Fruit Extract Ferment Filtrate enhances human hair follicle dermal papilla cell proliferation via the Akt/ERK/GSK-3β signaling pathway

10 citations , May 2019 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine”

This study found that Bacillus/Trapa japonica fruit ferment filtrate extracts enhanced human hair follicle dermal papilla cell proliferation through the Akt/ERK/GSK-3β signaling pathway, suggesting potential benefits for alopecia treatment.