research Vitamin D: More Than a Bona Fide Hormone
Vitamin D is important for bones, hair, blood pressure, and breast development.
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150-180 / 230 resultsresearch Therapeutic, Prophylactic, and Functional Use of Probiotics: A Current Perspective
Probiotics show promise for health benefits but need more research to understand how they work.
research Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators Negatively Regulate Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Growth and Epithelial-Mesenchymal Stem Cell Signaling
SARMs may be an effective treatment for a certain type of breast cancer by blocking cancer growth and spread.
research Protective Effects of Melatonin on the Skin: Future Perspectives
Melatonin, usually known for sleep regulation, also has antioxidant properties that can protect skin, stimulate hair growth, and improve skin conditions, with topical application being more effective than oral use.
research Endocrine Profile of the VCD-Induced Perimenopausal Model Rat
The rat model showed early perimenopause with regular cycles and low hormones, and late perimenopause with irregular cycles and higher hormone levels.
research International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Systemic Testosterone for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Women
Testosterone can help premenopausal and postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but its long-term safety is unclear and it's not widely approved for this use.
research Tissue-Selective Regulation of Androgen-Responsive Genes
The same hormone can affect gene expression differently in various tissues, which could lead to new treatments for conditions like hair loss.
research Ovine Placental Steroid Synthesis and Metabolism in Late Gestation
Diet changes hormone levels in pregnant ewes by affecting metabolism, not placental synthesis.
research A Network Pharmacology-Based Approach to Explore Mechanism of Action of Medicinal Herbs for Alopecia Treatment
Medicinal herbs might treat hair loss by affecting genes and pathways related to lipid and glycerophospholipid metabolism.
research Modulation of Hair Growth Promoting Effect by Natural Products
Natural products like plant extracts can help promote hair growth and could be used to treat hair loss.
research Histological and Gene Expression Analysis of the Effects of Menopause Status and Hormone Therapy on the Vaginal Introitus and Labia Majora
Menopause causes significant changes in the vaginal introitus, but less so in the labia majora, which may lead to symptoms of vaginal atrophy.
research Optimization of Lipid-Based Nanoformulation for Cutaneous Targeting: Niosomes as Potential Candidates
Niosomes are the most effective at delivering drugs to the skin with minimal absorption into the body.
research Comparative Characterization and Osteogenic/Adipogenic Differentiation of Mesenchymal Stem Cells Derived from Male Rat Hair Follicles and Bone Marrow
Hair follicle stem cells are similar to bone marrow stem cells but are better for fat cell research.
research Soy Protein Containing Isoflavones Improves Facial Signs of Photoaging and Skin Hydration in Postmenopausal Women: Results of a Prospective Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Trial
Soy protein with isoflavones reduces wrinkles and improves skin hydration in postmenopausal women.
research Plumbagin, A Natural Compound With Several Biological Effects And Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Plumbagin may help protect cells, reduce inflammation, and has potential for treating various diseases, but more research is needed.
research The Evolution of Emerging Nanovesicle Technologies for Enhanced Delivery of Molecules into and Across the Skin
Nanovesicles improve drug delivery through the skin, offering better treatment outcomes and fewer side effects.
research Organizational Effects of Estrogens and Androgens on Estrogen and Androgen Receptor Expression in Pituitary and Adrenal Glands in Adult Male and Female Rats
Early hormones shape sex-specific differences in rat glands.
research Can Plant Extracts Help Prevent Hair Loss or Promote Hair Growth? A Review Comparing Their Therapeutic Efficacies, Phytochemical Components, and Modulatory Targets
Plant extracts can help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
research Optimizing Nutrition for PCOS Management: A Comprehensive Guide
Proper nutrition can help manage PCOS symptoms and improve overall health.
research Harnessing Mesenchymal Aggregation for Engineered Organ-Level Regeneration: Recent Progress and Perspective
Scientists are using clumps of special stem cells to improve organ repair.
research An Overview of Animal Models Induced by Glucocorticoids
Glucocorticoids can cause various health issues, but some treatments may help reduce these effects.
research The Medicinal Activity of Lyophilized Aqueous Seed Extract of Lepidium Sativum L. in an Androgenic Alopecia Model
The seed extract of Lepidium sativum L. can potentially treat hair loss, showing effects similar to 5% minoxidil.
research Sex Differences in Opioid-Mediated Effects: Role of Androgens
Men and women react differently to opioids, with hormones potentially influencing these differences.
research Anti-Cancer Properties of Olive Oil Secoiridoid Phenols: A Systematic Review of In Vivo Studies
Olive oil compounds may help prevent cancer in animals, but human results are mixed.
research Biochemical and Structural Characteristics, Gene Regulation, Physiological, Pathological and Clinical Features of Lipocalin-Type Prostaglandin D2 Synthase as a Multifunctional Lipocalin
Lipocalin-Type Prostaglandin D2 Synthase (L-PGDS) is a protein that plays many roles in the body, including sleep regulation, pain management, food intake, and protection against harmful substances. It also affects fat metabolism, glucose intolerance, cell maturation, and is involved in various diseases like diabetes, cancer, and arthritis. It can influence sex organ development and embryonic cell differentiation, and its levels can be used as a diagnostic marker for certain conditions.
research A Role for Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase 1 in Vascular Remodeling During Endometrial Decidualization
The enzyme 5α-reductase is important for proper blood vessel development during the fertility-related transformation of the uterus lining.
research Epitestosterone: Regulatory Roles in Androgen-Dependent Processes
Epitestosterone may counteract testosterone's effects and has roles in body processes like prostate growth and hair distribution.
research Revising the Role of the Androgen Receptor in Breast Cancer
The document concludes that targeting the androgen receptor may be a promising breast cancer treatment, especially for certain types.
research Estrogen Functions in Skin and Skin Appendages
Oestrogens help maintain healthy skin, heal wounds, and may protect against skin aging and cancer.
research Steroid Sulfatase Inhibitors: Therapeutic Applications and Development
Steroid Sulfatase inhibitors show promise in treating hormone-dependent disorders like cancers, hair loss, and acne, with 667COUMATE being a potential candidate for breast cancer treatment trials.