May 2024 in “Food bioscience” In this animal study, mice on a high-fat diet experienced weakened hair follicles but regained hair growth after treatment with wood sterol, which improved hair follicle health and altered hormone levels, suggesting its potential as a preventive measure for diet-induced alopecia.
15 citations
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May 2022 in “Fermentation” This study found that fermented camel milk containing 50% pumpkin seed milk significantly improved oxidative stress markers in rats and enhanced sensory and physicochemical properties compared to untreated groups.
This study suggests that 9-Octadecenoic acid (Z)-, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester from African Yam bean seeds may inhibit the human 5α-reductase II enzyme, potentially helping manage BPH, although further studies are needed.
11 citations
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August 2012 in “BMJ case reports” This report describes a case of acute liver failure linked to the use of the herbal supplement Ban Tu Wan, which highlights potential risks associated with herbal medications.
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.
November 2019 in “Journal of Medicinal Food”
May 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, components like vitamin E, β-sitosterol, and linoleic acid in the kernel of Prunus mira Koehne were reported to promote hair growth in mice, possibly through the Wnt/β-catenin pathway.
This study examined the use of Purwaceng extract in shampoo formulations, concluding that a specific formula (Sample F1) showed good stability and safety, suggesting its potential effectiveness for hair health issues like dandruff and hair loss.
3 citations
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April 2023 in “Quality Assurance and Safety of Crops & Foods” This study found that oil extracted from Prinsepia utilis seeds is physicochemically stable and suitable for use in manufacturing ketoconazole soap, which met quality control standards and may provide a cost-effective alternative to expensive additives in cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications.
This study found that an ethanolic extract of Semicarpus anacardium nuts reduced blood glucose levels and improved enzyme activities related to carbohydrate metabolism in normal rats.
June 2023 in “CHEDS Journal of Chemistry Education and Science” In this experimental study, researchers developed a hair tonic using green spinach leaves and assessed its feasibility based on vitamin content and sensory characteristics, finding that the tonic was generally liked by panelists in hedonic tests.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review examines the ethanomedicinal uses and pharmacological properties of Semecarpus anacardium, commonly used in traditional medicine, and does not provide new clinical results; it highlights a range of potential benefits including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities.
January 2018 in “Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a nutraceutical containing vitamins and trace elements was effective in reducing telogen strands and improving hair and nail conditions in individuals with telogen effluvium and brittle nails syndrome.
August 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This review highlights the bioactive compounds in the brown seaweeds Undaria pinnatifida (wakame) and Saccharina japonica (kombu), detailing their various health benefits based on clinical studies, notably from Japan and elsewhere.
2 citations
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August 2016 in “kufa journal for nursing sciences” This study assessed nutritional status in residents of geriatric homes in Al-Furat Al-Awusat, finding that the majority were overweight and lacked routine vitamin and mineral intake.
November 2024 in “Applied Sciences” This study suggests that a supercritical CO2 extract from wild-strawberry-processing waste may be an innovative and sustainable ingredient for cosmetic applications, particularly in treating androgenic-related skin conditions.
38 citations
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January 2013 in “Analyst” This study identified the main secondary metabolites in Ziziphus jujuba seeds and confirmed that UPLC-MS/MS and GC-MS effectively demonstrate their pharmaceutical quality.
1 citations
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December 2020 in “International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences” This study evaluated coconut and palm kernel oils for their potential use in shampoos for black hair, finding they are rich in beneficial fatty acids and could serve as active ingredients due to their physicochemical and rheological properties.
9 citations
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June 2022 in “Reviews in Environmental Science and Bio/Technology” This review discusses the industrial applications of maritime pine by-products, emphasizing their antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, and suggests innovation opportunities in a circular economy context; it reports no new results.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “Molecules” This review systematically summarizes the chemical components and pharmacological research on Fructus Malvae, aiming to enhance its development and application in traditional Chinese medicine; it reports no new clinical results.
216 citations
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September 2020 in “Scientific African” This review discusses the potential of pumpkin seeds as a functional food ingredient, highlighting their promising bioactive compounds and health benefits, but reports no new clinical results.
13 citations
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September 2012 in “Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition” This review discusses the functional and nutraceutical importance of wheat straw, emphasizing its bioactive compounds and potential benefits, and reports no new experimental findings.
October 2025 in “Jurnal Medisains Kesehatan” This experimental study found that leaf extracts from Averrhoa bilimbi and Muntingia calabura significantly inhibited the growth of Staphylococcus aureus, with M. calabura demonstrating stronger antibacterial activity, suggesting potential for acne treatment.
4 citations
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October 2003 in “PubMed” This study in a rat model found that dietary rehabilitation with a high protein diet reversed symptoms of kwashiorkor, suggesting a role for free radicals in its development.
1 citations
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January 2006 in “Maia-rivista Di Letterature Classiche” This review discusses the bioactive compounds and biological activities of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb. and highlights concerns about its hepatotoxicity, but reports no new clinical results.
35 citations
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December 2006 in “Journal of medicinal food” This study found that topical application of Morinda pubescens fruit extract significantly accelerated wound healing and hair regrowth in rats compared to controls, with complete wound contraction and new hair growth observed in treated animals.
December 2017 in “Jurnal Farmanesia” This study found that Red Palm Oil was the most effective among tested oils in promoting hair growth in rabbits.
4 citations
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March 2019 in “Biodiversitas Journal of Biological Diversity” In this study of duku trees along the Batanghari River in Indonesia, researchers identified traits in mother trees that may help select for resistance to stem canker disease.
March 2024 in “Revista Agraria Academica” This review reported that the dwarf palm (Chamaerops humilis) is traditionally used in North Africa for treating diabetes and gastrointestinal diseases, and identified a need for more research on its pharmacological and ethnobotanical properties, particularly in relation to its potential cancer-fighting uses.
June 2023 in “Journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine” This review article highlights the potential health benefits and pharmaceutical components of pumpkin seeds, which contain proteins, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, and discusses their traditional medicinal uses and emerging applications in the food industry.