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October 2021 in “Skin health and disease” No significant link between male pattern baldness and COVID-19 severity was found.
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October 2008 in “Endocrine reviews” Mice without the vitamin D receptor have bone issues and other health problems, suggesting vitamin D is important for preventing various diseases in humans.
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Biological Sciences” Ranitidine and finasteride lower TMAO levels, reducing heart and kidney damage by changing gut bacteria.
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Vitamin D is crucial for skin health and managing skin diseases.
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