May 2023 in “Vestnik dermatologii i venerologii” In this study, researchers examined men with early-stage androgenetic alopecia and found distinct patterns of hair loss correlated with genetic and hormonal factors, noting that parietal region pattern hair loss responded better to minoxidil and micronutrient treatment compared to occipital region pattern.
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January 2017 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” This article discusses how nutritional and environmental factors, along with antioxidant supplementation, may improve hair growth by mitigating the effects of androgens and reports no new clinical results.
January 2017 in “International journal of clinical & experimental dermatology” This review discusses how nutritional and lifestyle modifications, including antioxidant use, may enhance hair growth and prevent hair loss without the need for Finasteride, but provides no new clinical findings.
November 2021 in “Permskij medicinskij žurnal” This study found that women with menstrual dysfunction showed higher rates of magnesium, iron, and vitamin D deficiencies compared to women with normal menstrual function.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article explores the potential of Hair Booster by Dantura Botanics, a micronutrient formulation aimed at restoring the biochemical environment needed for hair regeneration, and describes clinical observations suggesting that significant scalp degeneration can be reversed when follicles receive adequate micronutrients, according to this study.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, authors argue that Hair Booster by Dantura Botanics supports hair regeneration by addressing internal biochemical deficiencies without relying on conventional hormonal or chemical treatments, and it is part of a broader micronutrient-based, terrain-corrective model for reversing scalp degeneration.
September 2025 in “Online Türk Sağlık Bilimleri Dergisi” This study observed that pediatric patients with diffuse, non-scarring alopecia had significantly lower levels of zinc and folate compared to matched healthy controls, suggesting a possible link between these deficiencies and hair loss in children.
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December 2015 in “Lʹvìvsʹkij klìnìčnij vìsnik” This review discusses the connection between alopecia areata and trace element imbalances, noting deficiencies in elements like zinc and selenium, but reports no new clinical findings.
This study found that bariatric surgery patients with a prescription for supplements had fewer nutrient deficiencies and less hair loss 12 months post-operation compared to those without supplements.
May 2026 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” In this retrospective case–control study, researchers observed that patients with alopecia areata had a higher prevalence of iron deficiency anemia compared to controls, suggesting a potential comorbidity that may require assessment and management.
March 2025 in “World Journal of Meta-Analysis” This integrative review analyzed nutritional interventions for Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT) and found that treatments such as micronutrient supplementation, anti-inflammatory diets, and lifestyle changes may help manage symptoms, though the effectiveness varied among studies.
June 2025 in “Public Health of Indonesia” This study found that women with chronic telogen effluvium had significantly lower levels of zinc, calcium, vitamin D, and ferritin compared to healthy women without hair loss, suggesting that monitoring and restoring these micronutrients may be crucial in managing this condition.
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June 2020 in “Cutis” This review discusses the link between nutritional deficiencies and cutaneous diseases, outlining risk factors, disease presentations, diagnostic processes, and supplementation in undernourished patients, but reports no new results.
December 2022 in “Rossiiskii Zhurnal Kozhnykh i Venericheskikh Boleznei” In this study, researchers found that genetic and non-genetic factors, including deficiencies in micronutrients like zinc and vitamins, play varying roles in the development of androgenetic alopecia in men.
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that nutritional deficiencies, particularly in amino acids and certain micronutrients, are common in individuals with hair loss across all types of alopecia.
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May 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review found that patients with alopecia areata may have lower levels of vitamin D, zinc, and folate, but conflicting evidence precludes definitive clinical recommendations for micronutrient supplementation.
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January 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Certain micronutrients may improve hair and nail health, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits.
December 2021 in “Dermatology research” This study found that individuals with premature graying of hair had significantly lower serum levels of vitamin B12, ferritin, and calcium compared to those without premature graying.
February 2026 in “Austrian Journal of Technical and Natural Sciences” This study investigated the effects of mesotherapy on alopecia in patients who had bariatric surgery, highlighting significant roles of individual, behavioral, and structural factors, though specific results were not fully detailed in the abstract.
This research highlights selenium's critical roles in various biological processes and underscores the potential health impacts of both its deficiency and excess, including increased mortality risk, poor immune function, and neurological issues.
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November 2020 in “Biological Trace Element Research” This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia had deficiencies in certain trace elements and vitamins, which were linked to distinct patterns of hair loss connected to androgen levels.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management” This review reports that nutritional and lifestyle factors, such as micronutrient deficiencies and stress, play a significant role in hair health and loss, but emphasizes that evidence for interventions remains limited and more research is needed to establish clear clinical guidelines.
November 2025 in “Khalij-Libya Journal of Dental and Medical Research” In this study, Libyan patients with diffuse hair loss were found to have significantly lower levels of zinc, ferritin, and vitamin D compared to those without hair loss, suggesting a possible link between these micronutrient deficiencies and hair loss.
March 2026 in “Obesity Surgery” This study found that hair loss after metabolic and bariatric surgery peaks at 3 months and improves by 6 months, with iron deficiency and female sex being strong predictors of hair loss.
January 2021 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dermatology” This study found that male patients with hair loss often had lower levels of vitamins D and B12, suggesting these deficiencies should be tested for in treatment evaluations.
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April 2007 in “Gastroentérologie clinique et biologique” This review highlights that bariatric surgery can increase nutritional deficiencies in morbidly obese patients, with particular emphasis on the risks of deficiency due to reduced food intake and malabsorption.
July 2022 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that Vitamin B12 deficiency was more common in patients with chronic telogen effluvium than in healthy controls.
April 2024 in “Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal” This review summarizes existing knowledge on androgenetic alopecia, including its epidemiology, pathophysiology, and management, but presents no new research findings.
January 2020 in “Asian journal of applied science and technology” This source provides an overview of the dietary recommendations for macronutrient intake and the benefits of plant-based diets, including meeting essential amino acid needs through combining plant proteins and the advantages of consuming complex carbohydrates and adequate fiber for health.
November 2022 in “Gene Cell and Tissue” This study found no significant correlation between zinc deficiency and vitamin B12 levels in blood samples from Ahvaz residents, despite some observed age-related trends in micronutrient levels.