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506 citations,
January 2012 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Melatonin affects many body functions beyond sleep by interacting with specific receptors in various tissues.
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September 2019 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Some medicinal plants can help heal wounds and may lead to new treatments.
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April 2017 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” PDRN helps repair tissue and improve wound healing with a high safety profile.
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May 2019 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Understanding and manipulating epigenetic changes can potentially lead to human organ regeneration therapies, but more research is needed to improve these methods and minimize risks.
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November 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Kelulut Honey can help regulate sex hormone receptors in rats with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, similar to common medications.
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June 2020 in “Journal of Advanced Research” High-dose vitamin A and E with zinc improved blood sugar control and insulin function in diabetics, but may cause hair loss.
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April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melatonin may help prevent hair loss caused by the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel.
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February 2018 in “Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism” Belimumab reduces disease activity, steroid use, and flares in lupus patients.
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April 2024 in “Journal of Autoimmunity” Interleukin-15 can help hair growth and protect hair follicles.
October 2021 in “Nepal journal of dermatology, venereology & leprology” Melatonin is good for skin health and may help treat skin conditions.
August 2022 in “Theriogenology” Neurosteroids affect prolactin levels in sheep differently depending on stress and pregnancy conditions.
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December 2017 in “BMC Plant Biology” GmMAX3b gene in soybeans boosts nodulation and affects hormone levels.
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November 2020 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Adipokines affect skin health and could be targeted for treating skin diseases.
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January 2017 in “EBioMedicine” Enhancing cannabinoid signaling may help treat skin inflammation.
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July 2022 in “EMBO molecular medicine” Blocking certain immune signals can reduce skin damage from radiation therapy.
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December 2022 in “Cells” Cannabinoids like CBD and THC may help treat non-cancer skin diseases, but more research is needed.
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May 2023 in “Current Nutrition Reports” Eating a Mediterranean diet and taking certain supplements may improve symptoms of PCOS.
January 2021 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dermatology” Women with a certain type of hair loss had lower levels of a hormone called prolactin compared to healthy women.
179 citations,
July 2016 in “Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology” Epigenetic changes control how adult stem cells work and can lead to diseases like cancer if they go wrong.
131 citations,
August 2004 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” The conclusion is that PCOS is caused by ovarian sensitivity to hormones and disrupted hormone control, possibly due to ovarian factors, and more research is needed.
127 citations,
June 2008 in “British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” Low doses of some substances can be beneficial, while high doses can be harmful or toxic.
47 citations,
February 2015 in “European Journal of Clinical Investigation” The review suggests thorough evaluation and genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment of Chrousos syndrome.
5 citations,
May 2023 in “Frontiers in immunology” Environmental factors like diet and vitamin levels, especially Vitamin D, can affect autoimmune diseases differently, with lifestyle changes potentially improving outcomes.
3 citations,
May 2018 in “Reproductive Sciences” The drug BAY 1158061 is safe, well-tolerated, and shows potential for treating diseases related to prolactin.
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May 2018 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” iNOS contributes to hair loss in obese diabetic mice and blocking it may encourage hair growth.
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August 2020 in “Cosmetics” Herbal formula shows promise for hair loss treatment.
343 citations,
December 2008 in “Endocrine Reviews” Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
105 citations,
August 2010 in “Pharmacology & therapeutics” Formyl-peptide receptor agonists could be new anti-inflammatory drugs.