December 2023 in “Migration letters” This meta-analysis reviewed 25 studies and suggested that herbal interventions could improve reproductive health in women with PCOS, showing benefits across measures such as Body Mass Index, hirsutism, and insulin levels, although results were mixed for fasting glucose and FSH levels.
August 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This analysis explored Ayurveda's approach to addressing hair fall, emphasizing the use of herbs and lifestyle modifications for prevention and regrowth, and critically examined classical Ayurvedic concepts related to causation and treatment of hair loss.
December 2022 in “Journal of Phytonanotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This case report describes a 35-year-old woman with PCOS who achieved a healthy pregnancy and symptom relief through a four-month Ayurvedic treatment regimen, emphasizing its potential in treating severe cases.
September 2022 in “Ciencia Unemi” This review found that while many medicinal plants show potential antiviral and other therapeutic effects against COVID-19 based on prior studies, more rigorous clinical trials are needed to confirm their efficacy and safety.
April 2022 in “JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND REVIEW IN SCIENCE” This review examines existing scientific literature on African plants with anti-cancer properties and reports no new experimental results.
January 2022 in “International journal of research in medical sciences and technology” This review discusses the Ayurvedic perspective on seborrheic dermatitis, proposing Panchkarma and shamana chikitsa as potential management strategies but does not report specific treatment outcomes or effectiveness.
October 2020 in “International journal of Ayurvedic medicine” In this case study, a combination of leech therapy and Ayurvedic treatment led to complete hair regrowth in an 18-year-old female with alopecia areata after six weeks, suggesting potential benefits of these treatments for similar cases.
January 2008 in “Journal für Kardiologie (Krause & Pachernegg GmbH)” Healthy aging can be promoted through physical activity, lifestyle changes, and certain treatments.
February 2024 in “Journal of ayurveda and integrated medical sciences” This case study suggests that Ayurvedic treatment, including Karanj oil, herbal churna, and leech therapy, provided significant hair regrowth in a 16-year-old with alopecia areata after three months, despite previous unsuccessful conventional medicine treatments.
January 2024 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This paper reviews the traditional use of Martynia annua in Indian medicine, detailing its reported effectiveness against a variety of conditions such as inflammation, epilepsy, and infections, and highlights its diverse pharmacological properties which warrant further clinical research.
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April 2022 in “Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry” This review presents current evidence on medicinal plants and their phytoconstituents, such as phenolic compounds, used in acne treatment, highlighting their potential as alternatives to conventional therapies due to issues like antibiotic resistance and high cost.
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April 2022 in “International journal of Ayurveda and pharma research” This case study reports on an Ayurvedic treatment approach for a 22-year-old woman with Polycystic Ovarian Disease showing symptomatic relief and improvements in ultrasound findings.
January 2026 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Naturopathy” This review highlights that Eclipta alba, or false daisy, shows promise for liver protection and hair care due to its antioxidant and tissue-protective properties, supporting its traditional Ayurvedic uses for treating liver disorders and promoting hair growth.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” In this review, researchers compiled and analyzed existing data on the traditional uses, chemical components, and biological activities of the plant Eclipta alba, commonly utilized in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine for treating various ailments including liver disorders, hair loss, and skin conditions.
July 2025 in “JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES” This study describes a case in which a 24-year-old woman with PCOS symptoms, including irregular menstruation and excessive hair growth, showed significant improvement in androgen levels, menstrual regularity, and hair reduction after undergoing a nine-month Ayurvedic treatment plan with dietary and lifestyle modifications.
January 2025 in “International journal of Indian medicine” This review discusses nine Ayurvedic medicinal herbs listed in the Dhanvantari Nighantu as beneficial for hair, detailing their properties like promoting hair growth, enhancing hair thickness, and maintaining dark hair color, alongside supporting research on these effects.
January 2024 in “Journal of Ayurveda Campus” In this review, researchers reported that Psoralea corylifolia, extensively used in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, exhibits various pharmacological activities, including antioxidant and antidiabetic effects, and is primarily used for treating skin diseases. The authors suggest further clinical trials to explore its therapeutic potential.
September 2023 in “Kerala Journal of Ayurveda” In this case report, a 24-year-old woman with PCOS-related symptoms improved her menstrual regularity and reduced symptoms like mood swings and facial hair growth through Ayurvedic treatments, highlighting their potential role in managing secondary amenorrhea without adverse effects.
March 2026 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This study reported that Gunja (Abrus precatorius Linn.) demonstrates various pharmacological activities, including antifertility, hair growth promotion, immunomodulatory effects, and anticancer properties, supported by its phytochemical composition and analytical advancements, suggesting its potential in Ayurvedic therapeutic applications and future drug development.
October 2022 in “Authorea (Authorea)” This review describes the pharmacological activities and chemical components of Trichosanthes dioica, but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing potential unproven therapeutic uses in traditional medicine.
December 2024 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This study observed that Ayurvedic treatments using Gandmala Kandan Rasa, Kanchanar Guggulu, and Varunadi Kwath provided symptomatic relief and reduced thyroid-stimulating hormone levels in a 35-year-old female patient with hypothyroidism over a 90-day period.
August 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This review discusses the potential role of Garudan kizhangu ennai, a polyherbal Siddha formulation, in managing alopecia areata and highlights its various pharmacological properties, although further clinical studies are needed to confirm its efficacy.
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December 2017 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This review discusses the traditional and pharmacological uses of Cuscuta reflexa, but it reports no new clinical results, calling attention to its potential antihypertensive, antidiabetic, and antioxidant properties.
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 2013 in “Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine” This study found that detoxifying Abrus precatorius seeds through an Ayurvedic process removed toxicity while retaining hair growth efficacy, suggesting the process is effective in reducing toxins.
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May 2013 in “Andrologia” This study identified several herbs, including Ganoderma lucidum and Urtica dioica, that showed promising 5α-reductase inhibitory activity suggesting potential use in managing androgenic disorders.
June 2023 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This review article compiles extensive information on Tridax procumbens, an Ayurvedic herb, detailing its traditional uses, chemical makeup, and various pharmacological properties, including its roles in wound healing and as an antimicrobial agent.
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January 2013 in “Spatula DD - Peer Reviewed Journal on Complementary Medicine and Drug Discovery” This study found that a polyherbal formulation of Trigonella foenum-graecum and Butea monosperma significantly promoted hair growth and reduced DHT levels in a chemotherapy-induced alopecia model.
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February 2011 in “Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia” This study reported that phytochemicals SA-4 and SA-6 from Tridax procumbens exhibited a dose-related immunostimulatory effect on mice, suggesting their potential as immunostimulators.
October 2024 in “International Journal of Ayurveda Research” This study evaluated the 5α-reductase inhibitory effects of several Ayurvedic herbs and found that Eclipta alba exhibited the highest activity, suggesting its potential for use in treatments for androgenic disorders like alopecia.