10 citations
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April 2019 in “Environmental Science and Pollution Research” In this study, selenium-rich diets enhanced antioxidant activity in aged mice, suggesting potential biological benefits, although further trials are needed to fully understand long-term risks and benefits.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reports that rice water, rich in minerals, vitamins, and amino acids, shows potential in cosmetics and dermatology for its hydration, anti-aging, and antioxidant properties and effectiveness against dandruff, while also promoting hair growth and scalp health with natural cleansing abilities.
1 citations
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August 2022 in “International journal of biological and chemical sciences” This study found that iodine deficiency, iodine excess, or the presence of antithyroid substances affected growth and behavior in Wistar rats, leading to various symptoms such as lethargy and alopecia.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reported that rice water, containing essential minerals and vitamins, shows promise in cosmetic and dermatological applications by acting as an anti-aging agent, hair growth promoter, and natural antidandruff treatment due to its antioxidant and antifungal properties.
15 citations
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January 2016 in “Przeglad Menopauzalny” This review discusses the role of diet in managing hair loss during menopause and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the importance of nutrients like sulfur amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.
January 2026 in “The Pharma Innovation” This article discusses hypothyroidism, its symptoms, causes, and the importance of lifestyle modifications in supporting thyroid health, but it reports no new clinical results.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients can help manage menopause symptoms and prevent related health issues.
August 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” In this study, rice water was reviewed as a cosmetic ingredient, highlighting its safety, stability, and possible benefits such as anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects, as well as improvements in hair growth and skin hydration.
22 citations
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August 2019 in “Environmental research” This study found that the Pseudomonas sp. T5-6-I strain significantly increased selenium accumulation and root hair density in Brassica oleracea, highlighting its potential for phytoremediation and biofortification.
7 citations
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January 1995 in “Journal American Society of Mining and Reclamation” This review discusses the forms of selenium and sulfur in soil, their plant absorption, and risks of toxicity to livestock, emphasizing selenium's role in selenosis and sulfur's link to polioencephalomalacia in ruminants; it reports no new experimental results.
This research highlights selenium's critical roles in various biological processes and underscores the potential health impacts of both its deficiency and excess, including increased mortality risk, poor immune function, and neurological issues.
April 2023 in “Acta Poloniae Pharmaceutica” This study found that using Urtica cannabina extract shampoo led to increased levels of copper, zinc, and iodine in the scalp hair of Mongolian women, along with improvements in hair growth, diameter, and density compared to a regular shampoo.
February 2023 in “European journal of geriatrics and gerontology” Selenium helps prevent thyroid issues and cognitive decline in the elderly, but balance is key.
June 2021 in “Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research” This article discusses the hair nutrition and growth effects of rice water and hibiscus, but reports no clinical results; it aims to understand their role in hair care.
8 citations
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January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the use of nutraceuticals in dermatology for preventing and reversing signs of skin aging, but it reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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July 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review examines the differences in dermatology practices between Europe and North America, noting that European dermatologists often prioritize evaluating patients' psychosocial factors and utilize nondrug treatments, unlike their North American counterparts.
7 citations
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August 2025 in “Plants” This review highlights the role of plant-derived organic selenium compounds, noting their high bioavailability and low toxicity, and provides a comprehensive overview of selenium's uptake in plants and metabolism in humans, offering a theoretical basis for future nutritional research.
50 citations
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April 2018 in “Cosmetics” This study found that a topical gel formulation containing rice water demonstrated in vitro antioxidant activity and elastase inhibition, suggesting its potential as an anti-aging skincare ingredient.
August 2023 in “Natural Resources for Human Health” This paper offers a detailed overview of B vitamins, detailing their importance for energy, cognition, and metabolism, conditions leading to their deficiencies, symptoms of deficiencies, and the foods rich in these essential nutrients.
This study reports that Hair RiseTM microemulsion, made from plant extracts, significantly enhanced hair follicle cell growth and improved hair growth signaling pathways, suggesting it as a plant-based alternative for androgenetic alopecia treatment.
5 citations
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March 2024 in “Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Technologia Alimentaria” This study synthesized existing research on 11 tropical seed varieties, underscoring their potential in food, pharmaceutical, and agricultural industries due to their phytochemicals and nutrients, such as phenolics and vitamins, which could reduce waste and support sustainable practices.
February 2022 in “International journal of KIU” This review discusses genetic susceptibility and dietary factors influencing COVID-19 severity and summarizes the genetic variants linked to infection outcomes, but it reports no new clinical results.
43 citations
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September 2021 in “Nutrients” This review discusses the vast potential uses of persimmon beyond its dietary benefits, including applications in sustainability and new product development, but reports no new clinical outcomes.
This study found that supercritical fluid extraction of germinated perilla seed significantly promoted hair follicle cell proliferation and gene expression related to hair growth, suggesting its potential as a natural treatment for hair loss.
November 2020 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This review discusses the role of mineral nutrients in human health, emphasizing the importance of dietary sources and education to prevent mineral deficiencies, and reports no new clinical results.
In this study, perilla seed extract obtained through supercritical fluid extraction was found to promote hair follicle cell proliferation and downregulate key genes linked to androgenetic alopecia, showing potential as a natural treatment for hair loss in vitro.
10 citations
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August 2023 in “Clinical Nutrition” This study found that exposure to certain elements during pregnancy, measured in maternal hair, was associated with increased risk of gestational diabetes and potential impacts on infant neurodevelopment, with elements like Ta, Re, and Se posing the highest risk for gestational diabetes.
March 2026 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses the potential of plant-derived nanovesicles as natural therapeutics and drug delivery platforms in cancer therapy, highlighting their versatility and promising applications, but reports no new clinical results.
105 citations
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January 2010 in “Mediators of Inflammation” This article reviews the role of skin surface lipid in mediating environmental stressors and discusses potential therapeutic interventions, reporting no new experimental findings.
34 citations
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January 2015 in “Biomedicine and Biotechnology” This review discusses how mineral deficiencies, particularly iron and zinc, affect health globally and explores bio-fortification and other strategies to combat these deficiencies, but reports no new experimental results.