3 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Biomedical and Allied Research” This review examines the therapeutic applications and potential pharmacological properties of Calotropis gigantea but presents no new clinical findings.
August 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This review discusses the potential role of Garudan kizhangu ennai, a polyherbal Siddha formulation, in managing alopecia areata and highlights its various pharmacological properties, although further clinical studies are needed to confirm its efficacy.
282 citations
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April 2007 in “Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry” This study found that apple polyphenol extract, particularly oligomeric procyanidins, inhibited pancreatic lipase activity and reduced triglyceride absorption in both mice and humans.
November 2021 in “Natural product research” This study observed that the aqueous extract of roasted Alocasia macrorrhizos tubers led to hair follicle repigmentation and reduced epidermal thickness in a murine model of Vitiligo.
December 2024 in “Jurnal Mandala Pharmacon Indonesia” In this study, high-dose oral administration of Ramania leaf ethanol extract in Wistar rats resulted in no significant acute toxicity symptoms, though gastric ulcers and hair loss were observed. The extract is classified as non-toxic under specified guidelines, with an LD50 greater than 5000 mg/kg.
1 citations
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December 2023 in “The Healer” This case report describes Ayurvedic treatment, including Samshodhan Karma and Shaman Chikitsa, that resulted in pregnancy for a 22-year-old woman with PCOS-related infertility after 3 years of trying to conceive.
4 citations
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January 2004 This study found that while some extracts from DanGuiBoHyulTangGami-Bang showed potential in inhibiting 5-reductase type Ⅱ and had antioxidant activity, they were not effective in extending the hair growth period.
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January 2023 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study provided detailed anatomical, physico-chemical, and chromatographic analyses to differentiate Dracaena trifasciata from potential adulterants in traditional medicine.
5 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” This review from this study outlines the traditional uses, phytochemicals, and diverse pharmacological activities of Portulaca oleracea L. (purslane), suggesting its potential application in food, pharmaceuticals, and animal husbandry due to its various health benefits and nutritional properties.
January 2019 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” This study concluded that a hair emulgel formulation combining extracts from four medicinal plants demonstrated desirable characteristics of spreadability, viscosity, pH, and safety, making it effective, harmless, and economical for potential hair care use.
7 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of Pharmacy Research” This study found that fractions of Tridax procumbens extract demonstrated significant antioxidant activity, comparable to standard ascorbic acid, in laboratory tests.
13 citations
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October 2007 in “Bulletin of the Korean Chemical Society” This article reviews mollugin's reported biological activities, including its potential for various therapeutic and cosmetic applications such as anti-tumor effects and hair growth stimulation, but presents no new experimental data.
9 citations
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January 2021 in “Acta Cirúrgica Brasileira” This study found that DPG promoted wound healing in rat skin, with increased collagen I density, particularly evident within the first 14 days after injury.
28 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” This study found that the VEGF +405G/C polymorphism may be an inheritable risk factor for polycystic ovary syndrome in south Indian women.
July 2014 in “Planta Medica” This article reviews the use of Eclipta Alba, a traditional Ayurvedic herb, in liver health, hair growth, and diabetes management, but it reports no new research findings.
September 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, overweight women with polycystic ovarian syndrome who took evening primrose oil for 10 weeks experienced significant reductions in BMI, LDL, and total cholesterol levels, alongside hormonal changes such as decreased LH, FSH, and testosterone levels, and increased estrogen.
27 citations
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April 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” In this review, Ziziphus lotus was reported to have multiple traditional uses and demonstrated various pharmacological properties in lab and animal studies, with over 181 identified bioactive compounds; however, clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy as a medicinal agent.
December 2024 in “African Journal of Biomedical Research” In this case study, a 32-year-old woman with premenstrual syndrome experienced significant improvement in symptoms such as dyspepsia, facial hair growth, and weight gain through Ayurvedic treatment, demonstrating its potential to address irregular menstruation effectively.
6 citations
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December 2021 in “International Journal of High Dilution Research - ISSN 1982-6206” This review covers clinical studies on using homoeopathy to treat PCOS and concludes that further rigorous research is necessary to substantiate its effectiveness.
This study identified ISPP-Rb, a novel immuno-stimulatory complex from Royoporus badius, that significantly activates murine macrophage cells and induces multiple proinflammatory cytokines.
3 citations
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April 2018 in “Holzforschung” This study identified seven compounds from Cercidiphyllum japonicum twig extracts, including a newly discovered flavonoid, marking the first time these specific compounds have been isolated from this genus.
207 citations
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September 1973 in “Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata” In this study, the researchers found that female Pieris brassicae butterflies have more "B-type" chemoreceptory hairs on their forelegs, which may be involved in selecting oviposition sites through detecting mustard oil glucosides.
January 2021 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” This case report describes a 50-year-old Kashmiri woman with plica polonica, detailing trichoscopic findings of entangled hair with crisscrossing shafts and concretions.
September 2024 in “Sasambo Journal of Pharmacy” This study formulated and tested a pomegranate leaf shampoo with antifungal properties, identifying an optimal composition of 5.5% SLS and 15.5% cocamide DEA, showing good foam stability, appropriate pH, and viscosity in lab tests.
This study discusses the potential of phytochemicals, such as isoflavones and polyphenols, to manage PCOS symptoms by improving insulin resistance, regulating hormones, and reducing cyst size, highlighting their promise as alternative treatments given the limitations of current pharmacological options.
5 citations
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April 2022 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This study explored the mechanism of Shaoyao Gancao decoction in treating alopecia areata and found that it may be closely related to the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.
1 citations
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February 2021 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This study found that a combination of Ficus religiosa and Morus alba extracts promoted hair growth and Hair Follicle regeneration in a mouse model of hair loss by inducing the anagen phase and upregulating stem cell-associated genes.
77 citations
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March 2004 in “Human Reproduction” This study found that women with symptoms of oligomenorrhoea and/or hirsutism are more likely to have polycystic ovaries and less favorable biochemical and clinical markers compared to asymptomatic women.
January 2023 in “Open Journal of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases” This study in Senegal reported that among women with hyperandrogenism, the primary diagnosis was polycystic ovarian syndrome, with symptoms including hirsutism, menstrual disorders, and acne.
3 citations
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January 2025 in “Journal of Natural Products” In this study, researchers isolated new compounds from the plant *Calanthe cardioglossa* and found that five of these compounds, particularly calancardin B, significantly reduced TNF-α levels in immune cells relevant to multiple sclerosis, suggesting potential for immunomodulatory effects.