March 2026 in “Molecules” This review reports that Dang Gui (Radix Angelica sinensis) possesses bidirectional immunoregulatory effects, enhancing immune cell proliferation and function, and may benefit immune-related diseases such as cancer and anemia. It also evaluates regulatory and safety aspects, aiming to guide future research and clinical use.
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February 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study reports that Asparagus racemosus and Withania somnifera extracts significantly reduced paclitaxel-induced myelosuppression and morbidity in mice, suggesting their potential as therapeutic adjuvants in cancer management.
June 2023 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This study explores how Dhatryadi rasayana, a polyherbal formulation with antioxidant properties, may help prevent and treat premature hair greying by addressing factors such as oxidative stress, nutritional deficiencies, and hormone imbalances, potentially through rasayana therapy.
November 2025 in “Discover Food” This study found that a catechins-rich Assam tea extract demonstrated antioxidant effects and hair growth promotion in mice, suggesting its potential as a natural alternative for treating hair loss.
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January 2012 in “Chinese Medicine” In this study, a hydro-alcoholic extract of Urtica dioica demonstrated in vitro antioxidant activity, potentially linked to its ferulic acid content.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed and evaluated a hair serum using Murraya koenigii and Clitoria ternatea extracts, finding that the F3 formulation had strong antifungal activity and was effective in dandruff management, suggesting potential benefits for scalp health.
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December 2021 in “Phytomedicine Plus” This review article compiles past and updated information on Tridax procumbens' traditional uses and chemical compounds, highlighting its diverse pharmacological activities such as wound healing, but emphasizes the need for further toxicological research.
May 2022 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study reported that Eclipta prostrata contains active phytochemicals and demonstrated antibacterial properties in methanolic extracts, suggesting potential antibiotic uses.
January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” This article explores the role of ethno-medicinal plants in hair growth and loss treatments but reports no new clinical findings, highlighting Ayurveda's long-standing use in addressing hair-related issues.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study discusses the impact of alopecia on individuals' appearance and psychological well-being, highlighting how factors like genetics and lifestyle influence hair loss, and explores traditional Ayurvedic approaches for managing and promoting hair regrowth.
May 2026 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” This review explores the Charaka samhita's concept of Ashtanindita purusha, identifying eight physical constitutions traditionally regarded as undesirable due to their association with various diseases, and aims to correlate these with contemporary genetic, endocrinological, and metabolic disorders.
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February 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study identified key natural medicinal materials used in traditional Chinese medicine across Taiwan for inducing lactation, highlighting Angelica sinensis as a primary core component in galactogenous prescriptions.
January 2010 in “World Journal of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine” This study found that after 12 months, the combination of shengfa tincture and dangui kushen pills was more effective and had fewer adverse effects for treating androgenetic alopecia compared to shengfa tincture alone.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that a hair serum formulated with extracts of Murraya koenigii and Clitoria ternatea demonstrated strong antifungal activity and effective dandruff management, based on laboratory evaluations.
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January 2010 in “Medicinal Plants - International Journal of Phytomedicines and Related Industries” This review discusses the diverse pharmacological activities of T. procumbens, such as hypotensive and hair growth-promoting effects, but reports no new clinical findings.
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July 2017 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study identifies various phytochemicals in Thuja orientalis bark, potentially aiding its botanical identification and quality standardization.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research” In this study, both Trikatu Churna and Pippali Churna were found to significantly improve PCOS symptoms related to Artavakshaya, with Trikatu Churna showing slightly better efficacy in regulating menstrual cycles over a 90-day period among 40 women with PCOS.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated an Ayurvedic treatment protocol for Indralupta (similar to alopecia areata), finding significant clinical improvement with increased hair density and no adverse effects, suggesting it may be a safe, holistic alternative for managing alopecia areata.
March 2022 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This case study describes the successful management of alopecia areata in an 18-year-old female patient using Shaman Aushadhi.
This study concluded that the antioxidant and hair growth activity of Trigonella plants were higher compared to Geranium wallichianum, with a potential correlation between antioxidant activity and hair growth in albino rats.
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June 2019 in “Asian Journal of Biological Sciences” This study found that a herbal formulation made from Withania somnifera collected in Uttarakhand promoted in vivo hair growth in male Wistar rats, as supported by follicular histological analysis.
This study concluded that medieval Āyurvēda's treatment of Indralupta aligns with modern understanding of androgenic alopecia, emphasizing the historical scientific basis of Āyurvēda.
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October 2024 in “Journal of King Saud University - Science” In this in vitro study, extracts from Tridax procumbens demonstrated potential antioxidant and anticancer activity against various human cancer cell lines, with notable efficacy in specific fractions.
November 2015 in “Indian drugs” This study found that the aerial roots of Ficus benghalensis Linn contain flavonoids, phenolics, and saponins, with an ethyl acetate extract being particularly rich in flavonoids.
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” This review discusses the historical concepts of hirsutism in Unani Medicine and evaluates herbal treatments, indicating these may influence underlying endocrine issues but current evidence remains insufficient.
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April 2018 in “International journal of Ayurvedic medicine” This review discusses Ayurvedic approaches to premature greying of hair, focusing on detoxifying therapies like panchakarma and various rejuvenative treatments, but presents no new empirical findings.
This overview discusses the medicinal uses and pharmacological activities of Eclipta alba, yet reports no new experimental findings; it emphasizes the plant's significant role in traditional medicine.
April 2025 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This case study on a 24-year-old male with Indraluptha (patchy hair loss) found that two cupping sessions followed by the application of Gunjapahala Lepa promoted new hair follicle growth and reduced lesion areas.
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February 2021 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This study found that a combination of Ficus religiosa and Morus alba extracts promoted hair growth and Hair Follicle regeneration in a mouse model of hair loss by inducing the anagen phase and upregulating stem cell-associated genes.
January 2013 in “Journal of Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine” This study found that oral administration of a ginkgo mixture increased hair growth and vascular endothelial growth factor content in C57BL/6 mice, suggesting a potential mechanism for hair growth promotion.