November 2025 in “Pharmacological Research” In this study, researchers found that exosome-like nanoparticles isolated from Polygoni Multiflori Radix can promote hair growth in mice by modulating androgen signaling and gene expression, outperforming Minoxidil in testosterone-induced conditions.
August 2026 in “Women s Health” This preliminary pilot study found that a combined microneedling-assisted Panax ginseng exosome protocol with adjunctive inner gel use led to short-term improvements in patient-reported vulvovaginal symptoms and qualitative improvements in vulvar skin tone, though results are preliminary and based on a small, uncontrolled sample.
September 2018 in “Fertility and Sterility” In this study, researchers observed that overweight Taiwanese women with PCOS who carry the HSD3B1 1245C allele have a significantly higher risk of developing androgenic alopecia compared to those with the wild-type allele.
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November 2015 in “Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences” This study found that KH053, combining Panax ginseng and bee-pollen, significantly reduced prostate weight and DHT levels, inhibiting BPH development in a rat model.
This study reviews the pharmacological potential of Bacopa monniera, highlighting its extensive therapeutic effects such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and memory enhancement properties, which are primarily attributed to its diverse bioactive compounds.
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January 2019 in “Journal of Endocrinology” In this study, baicalin from Scutellaria baicalensis decreased androgen levels in both cells and PCOS model rats by inhibiting key gene expression, suggesting it may be a potential treatment for hyperandrogenism in PCOS.
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January 2015 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” In this study, Polygonum multiflorum Radix promoted hair growth in mice, with oral administration being more effective, likely through FGF-7, while topical application favored SHH-related mechanisms.
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July 2009 in “Pharmacognosy Research” This study found that a polyherbal formulation with a 1:2:3 ratio of Cicer arietinum Linn., Ocimum sanctum Linn., and Cyperus rotundus Linn. promoted hair growth in rats, comparable to a standard treatment.
This article reports a rare case of a postmenopausal woman with coexisting lichen planus pigmentosus and classic lichen planopilaris, alongside a review of related literature.
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May 2023 in “Life” This review summarizes the mechanisms by which Plumbagin, a naphthoquinone derived from plants, may impact inflammation and explores its potential biological effects, highlighting areas that require further comprehensive research before considering it for therapeutic use.
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July 2017 in “International Journal of Advanced Research” This study evaluated the phytochemical properties and in-vitro anti-fungal activity of Tridax procumbens but reports no new clinical results.
July 2023 in “International Ayurvedic medical journal” This case study explores Ayurveda treatments for a female patient with PCOS, documenting clinical symptom relief and changes in ultrasound findings after three months.
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August 2023 in “Italian Journal of Food Science” This study found that pretreatment combining maceration with press-shear force and moist heat significantly increased the total phenolic and flavonoid contents in galactagogue herbs like banana inflorescences and Thai ginger.
This article reviews the medicinal uses of sweet violet in traditional Persian medicine, highlighting its benefits for conditions like coughing in asthmatic patients, constipation, insomnia, and allergic rhinitis, while noting no special side effects at therapeutic doses.
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August 2019 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that flavonoids with two hydroxyl groups in their B-ring, such as sterubin and luteolin, supported the regeneration of pigmented hair after skin injury, unlike those with one hydroxyl group.
This study reports that a polyherbal hair mask made from ingredients like strawberry, amla, and fenugreek demonstrates effectiveness as a non-toxic alternative to chemical hair products, promoting hair growth and scalp nourishment while offering ease of use and stability.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated and evaluated a polyherbal hair dye using Phyllanthus reticulatus fruit and other natural ingredients, reporting that the dye provided satisfactory color, stability, scalp pH compatibility, and did not cause irritation, also demonstrating antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that benefit scalp health.
This study successfully established a functionally stable immortalized sheep granulosa cell line (GCs-SV40T-GFP) that can passaged up to 50 generations, maintaining morphological stability and estradiol secretion, offering a valuable model for research into animal reproductive function and hormone regulation.
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January 2009 in “International Journal of Andrology” This study found that an alcoholic extract of Glycyrrhiza glabra significantly reduced prostate weight and serum testosterone in castrated rats given testosterone, indicating potential antiandrogenic properties.
This study provides detailed taxonomic and pharmacognostic analyses to authenticate and standardize seven herbal medicines, aiding in their differentiation from common adulterants for improved identification and classification.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” This case report describes a 38-year-old woman who experienced significant hair loss known as anagen effluvium after accidentally ingesting Gloriosa superba tubers, a plant commonly found in tropical regions with high colchicine content.
January 2025 in “Human Reproduction Open” 44 citations
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March 2008 in “Journal of Experimental Botany” This study found that during bark regeneration after girdling, immature xylem cells can transdifferentiate into phloem cells, with exogenous indole acetic acid accelerating this process.
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January 2021 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This chapter reviews the prevalence, symptoms, and management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, highlighting the potential role of certain medicinal plants in its treatment but reporting no new clinical results.
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December 2010 in “Daehan miyong hakoeji” This study found that Polygoni multiflori Radix water extracts accelerated hair regrowth and hair follicle development in mice, showing a safer profile compared to minoxidil.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Unani and Integrative Medicine” This study evaluated the antiulcer potential of Glycyrrhiza glabra and found that its hydroalcoholic extract demonstrated dose-dependent protective effects against various ulcer models, comparable to standard drugs like omeprazole and cimetidine, by enhancing mucosal defenses and reducing stomach acid production.
December 2023 in “Migration letters” This meta-analysis reviewed 25 studies and suggested that herbal interventions could improve reproductive health in women with PCOS, showing benefits across measures such as Body Mass Index, hirsutism, and insulin levels, although results were mixed for fasting glucose and FSH levels.
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February 2016 in “TANG [HUMANITAS MEDICINE]” This study reports that the homeopathic drugs Lycopodium clavatum and Calcarea carbonica showed significant ameliorative effects on polycystic ovarian syndrome symptoms, with some differences in individual symptom response.
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September 2023 in “Prostate International” In this study, a 12-week treatment with Angelicae Gigantis Radix and Glycyrrhizae Radix complex was well tolerated and showed therapeutic effects on moderate lower urinary tract symptoms in men.
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August 2017 in “Journal of Chromatographic Science” This study established a rapid and accurate ultra-performance liquid chromatographic method for chemical fingerprinting and analyzing Platycladi cacumen, effectively distinguishing batches based on geographical and climatic conditions.