11 citations,
September 2012 in “Chinese science bulletin/Chinese Science Bulletin” Hair mineral content can help diagnose certain common illnesses.
8 citations,
January 2017 in “Environmental monitoring and assessment” Hair from different ethnic groups affects soil nutrient release differently.
4 citations,
October 2022 in “Cell Reports Physical Science” New wound healing method using nanoparticles in a gel speeds up healing and reduces infection and inflammation.
November 2022 in “Scientific Reports” Certain ESR1 gene variations may affect hormone levels and fat distribution in women with high male hormone levels.
January 2018 in “Biomedical Research (Aligarh)” Women with early-onset baldness should be checked for early bone loss, but bone density doesn't change with baldness severity.
January 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Women with Telogen Effluvium have lower levels of Zinc and Iron in their hair.
137 citations,
December 2007 in “Journal of bone and mineral research” Vitamin D and its receptor are crucial for bone health and can be influenced by certain fats and curcumin.
134 citations,
December 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Some vitamins and minerals like vitamin D and iron can help with certain types of hair loss, but more research is needed for others.
15 citations,
October 2016 in “PubMed” People with Telogen Effluvium often lack vitamin D, ferritin, and zinc.
15 citations,
July 2012 in “Biological trace element research” Higher hair calcium to magnesium ratios and lower chromium levels in hair may indicate insulin resistance in Korean men.
9 citations,
January 2017 in “Food & Nutrition Research” Rice bran mineral extract may help promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.
1 citations,
November 2011 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Women using hair relaxers with alopecia had lower zinc levels, suggesting zinc deficiency might contribute to hair loss.
May 2017 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” Water quality affects mineral content in hair, and coconut oil can protect against damage.
4 citations,
December 2020 in “Current sports medicine reports” Athletes usually get enough vitamins and minerals from a healthy diet, and supplements are only needed for those with actual deficiencies.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” Ayurvedic remedies may boost immunity and balance in cancer treatment but need more research.
September 2022 in “Ukraïnsʹkij naukovo-medičnij molodìžnij žurnal” Quality pharmaceutical care is crucial for safe and effective use of vitamin-mineral supplements during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” An over-the-counter vitamin/mineral supplement improved hair loss and blood sugar control in a woman with non-classic 11-hydroxylase deficiency.
72 citations,
April 2008 in “The Journal of urology/The journal of urology” Dutasteride and finasteride do not significantly affect bone density, blood fats, or blood production, but slightly lower PSA levels and minimally impact sexual function in healthy young men.
37 citations,
May 2002 in “PubMed” 29 citations,
February 2016 in “Scandinavian journal of urology” Late puberty may slightly lower prostate cancer risk, baldness is not linked to overall risk but less so with aggressive types, ibuprofen use may increase risk, and vitamins show no effect on risk.
11 citations,
May 2002 in “The Journal of Urology” Finasteride doesn't harm bone density in older men with BPH.
7 citations,
June 2021 in “Trends in Food Science and Technology” Western diet may cause male pattern baldness; low glycemic diet with magnesium could help.
2 citations,
May 2022 in “Horticulturae” A plant protein biostimulant improved growth, photosynthesis, and nutrient content in hydroponically grown basil.
84 citations,
February 2013 in “Clinica chimica acta” Hair mineral analysis might help diagnose diseases early, but standard methods are needed.
31 citations,
December 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Korean women's hair thins, weakens, and greys with age, with mineral and sterol changes.
18 citations,
December 2010 in “Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology” Women with AGA have more androstenedione and dihydrotestosterone, less copper and zinc; copper imbalance affects AGA; treatment improves hormones and minerals.
11 citations,
January 2006 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Some oils can penetrate hair and reduce the stickiness between fibers, but mineral oil cannot.
7 citations,
December 2011 in “InTech eBooks” Glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid therapy effectively manage Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia symptoms but have limitations.
4 citations,
January 2020 in “Frontiers in Physiology” Good feather growth in poultry needs the right balance of proteins, amino acids, minerals, and vitamins.
3 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” Taking vitamins, minerals, and amino acids can improve hair strength and quality in people with Monilethrix.