17 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” This review suggests that the Mediterranean diet, protein-rich diets, and soy may support hair health in nonscarring alopecias like androgenetic alopecia.
April 2026 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” In this study, supplementing adult Bichon Frises with 600 mg/kg Omega-3 PUFAs significantly improved their skin health, hair quality, feeding behavior, and metabolic health, compared to a control diet, over six weeks.
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.
August 2024 in “Indian Journal Of Clinical Practice” A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle help manage PCOS symptoms.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients can help manage menopause symptoms and prevent related health issues.
June 2024 in “Current Developments in Nutrition” In this study, KeraGLO, a nutritional supplement with hydrolyzed keratin, was shown to significantly improve skin wrinkle depth, smoothness, moisture, firmness, and hair health in healthy adult females over a 90-day period at both 500mg and 1000mg doses compared to baseline.
June 2024 in “jurnal ABDIMAS Indonesia” This study emphasizes the importance of educating the elderly on vitamin D's role in hair health, recommending dietary and lifestyle interventions, including vitamin D supplementation, to address hair quality issues such as loss and brittleness.
September 2024 in “Vestnik Altajskogo gosudarstvennogo agrarnogo universiteta” In this study, a 12-week elimination diet based on protein hydrolysate from fish and chicken was investigated in dogs with chronic skin and coat issues, showing comprehensive screening throughout the diet period to assess its impacts on dermatological health and gastrointestinal system function.
January 2023 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” This review discusses the roles and deficiency symptoms of zinc in human health, emphasizing its dietary importance and potential benefits of supplementation, but reports no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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October 2025 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” This review discusses various weight loss treatment options for managing PCOS in women, including lifestyle changes, diet, medications, and surgery, but reports no new clinical results.
This study, conducted in Indramayu, Indonesia, reported that iron supplementation significantly increased hemoglobin levels in infants, while zinc supplementation reduced persistent diarrhea risk but increased susceptibility to runny nose and measles; complex interactions with diet warrant further investigation.
8 citations
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January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the use of nutraceuticals in dermatology for preventing and reversing signs of skin aging, but it reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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August 2024 in “Current Developments in Nutrition” This study found that fitness coaches and registered dietitians/nutritionists were the primary sources of information for bodybuilders, who showed moderate nutrition knowledge, while gender, exercise history, and sessions impacted dietary supplement use, and reported adverse effects included skin rashes and increased liver enzymes.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Pediatric Dermatology” In this case study, a 12-year-old boy with a restricted diet exhibited symptoms of scurvy, including leg weakness and bruising, which improved following treatment with vitamin C and B12 supplements, highlighting the impact of severe vitamin deficiencies on health.
1 citations
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March 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This chapter discusses various aspects of collagen, proposing "extended collagen carential disease" as a new concept tied to nutritional deficiencies, notably Vitamin C's role in maintaining collagen health.
June 2025 in “International Journal of Nutrology” In this systematic review, various nutrients and diets, such as a plant-based diet and supplements like omega-3 fatty acids, were found to impact tissue regeneration, skin health, and wound healing, highlighting the role of nutrient-sensitive signaling pathways in these processes.
October 2024 in “Clinical Chemistry” In this study, physicians diagnosed a 3-year-old with scurvy due to severe vitamin C deficiency, influenced by a vegan diet and potential early-stage celiac disease; after treatment with vitamin C supplementation, her condition rapidly improved, highlighting the importance of dietary considerations in pediatric health.
158 citations
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May 1968 in “The journal of nutrition/The Journal of nutrition” This study found that severe zinc deficiency induced in weanling rats led to growth retardation, hair issues, and dermal lesions, all of which were completely reversed by zinc supplementation.
September 2026 in “European Journal Pharmaceutical and Medical Research” This source discusses premature greying of hair, often linked to lifestyle, stress, and nutritional deficiencies, and notes mainstream dermatology focuses on dietary supplements, while homeopathy offers a holistic approach for treatment.
September 2026 in “European Journal Pharmaceutical and Medical Research” This source discusses the various causes of premature greying of hair, highlighting lifestyle, genetic factors, and nutritional deficiencies, and contrasts mainstream dermatology's focus on nutritional supplementation with homeopathy's holistic treatment approach for long-term management.
95 citations
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February 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This review discusses the role of nutraceuticals in combating skin aging but reports no new clinical results, focusing on their mechanisms of action and potential effectiveness for dermatologists.
39 citations
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July 2007 in “SKINmed Dermatology for the Clinician” In this case study, a 4-year-old girl's hair loss stopped after six months of zinc supplementation and dietary changes, suggesting a possible link to low zinc levels.
October 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This source describes Protetox as a natural dietary supplement that aids in weight loss by detoxifying the body, utilizing a blend of plant-based ingredients and antioxidants, and claims users have reported significant weight loss without changing their diet or exercise routines.
August 2013 in “Pharmacy Today” In a recent study of 15 women with self-perceived hair loss, Viviscal supplementation was associated with an increase in terminal hairs and subjective improvement in hair characteristics.
30 citations
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July 1984 in “Journal of Animal Science” In this study, sows fed a diet with added biotin weaned more pigs per litter overall, though other reproductive and health metrics showed no improvement.
15 citations
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January 2016 in “Przeglad Menopauzalny” This review discusses the role of diet in managing hair loss during menopause and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the importance of nutrients like sulfur amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.
June 2015 in “Journal of the turkish academy of dermatology” This review revisits the principles regarding the critical role of diet and nutrition in managing certain skin diseases but reports no new findings.
4 citations
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December 2020 in “Current sports medicine reports” This article reviews the role of micronutrients in athletes' diets, highlighting that adequate dietary intake generally meets their needs without requiring supplementation, unless deficiencies are present.
July 2018 in “International journal of clinical & experimental dermatology” This narrative review describes the components of human hair and their nutritional importance but reports no clinical results; the authors suggest dietary sulfur amino acids are essential for hair health.
2 citations
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April 2023 in “PubMed” In this study, researchers in Basrah, Iraq, observed that iodine deficiency in cross-breed goat kids led to goiter, slow growth, and various biochemical changes, including increased TSH and hypercholesterolemia, suggesting the need for improved maternal diet to reduce these issues and associated mortality risks.