research Cult of the Body Beautiful: At What Cost?
Societal pressure for the perfect body leads to health risks and disorders.
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research Nutrease Powder - Nature’s Blend of Dietary Protein Nutrients to Maintain Optimum Health in PCOS Disease
Nutrease powder, a high-protein, low-carb supplement, can help manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome symptoms, regulate periods, improve ovulation, and restore fertility.
research An Update of the Pathogenesis of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: What Does the Current Evidence Tell Us?
The current understanding of frontal fibrosing alopecia involves immune, genetic, hormonal factors, and possibly environmental triggers, but more research is needed for effective treatments.
research Androgenetic Alopecia (Male Pattern Hair Loss) in the United States: What Treatments Should Primary Care Providers Recommend?
Use minoxidil or finasteride first, then try HairMax LaserComb if needed.
research The Genetically Programmed Hair Growth Cycle And Alopecia: What Is There To Know?
The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
research Treatment of Female Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women: What Is the Evidence?
Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
research Hyperandrogenism and Cardiometabolic Risk in Pre- and Postmenopausal Women: What Is the Evidence?
Hyperandrogenism increases heart disease risk in premenopausal women, but this risk is linked to obesity in postmenopausal women.
research Function and Underlying Mechanisms of Seasonal Color Molting in Mammals and Birds: What Keeps Them Changing in a Warming World?
Animals that change color with the seasons mainly do so in response to daylight changes, but climate change is causing camouflage problems that may require evolutionary changes.
research Role of Genetics and Sex Steroid Hormones in Male Androgenetic Alopecia and Female Pattern Hair Loss: An Update
Genetics and hormones play a role in male and female hair loss, but more research is needed to fully understand it.
research Hunting the Genes in Male-Pattern Alopecia: How Important Are They, How Close Are We and What Will They Tell Us?
Genes play a significant role in male-pattern baldness, and understanding them could lead to new treatments and insights into related health issues.
research Rooster Feathering, Androgenic Alopecia, And Hormone-Dependent Tumor Growth: What Is In Common?
Sex hormones affect hair and feather growth and may help manage alopecia and hormone-dependent cancers.
research Serum Level of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 in Alopecia Areata: Relation with Recurrence and Severity
Higher levels of retinol-binding protein 4 are found in people with alopecia areata, but these levels don't relate to how severe the condition is.
research Clinical Questions and Answers
Hair loss after bariatric surgery can be reduced by staying hydrated, eating enough protein, taking vitamins, managing stress, and possibly using biotin.
research Discussion: Themes in the Molecular Structure of Hair
Keratin proteins are crucial for hair structure and strength.
research Skin Expression of Mammalian Target of Rapamycin and Forkhead Box Transcription Factor O1, and Serum Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1 in Patients with Acne Vulgaris and Their Relationship with Diet
Eating a high-glycemic diet may worsen acne by increasing certain protein levels and expressions in the skin.
research Human KAP Genes: Only Half of It? Extensive Size Polymorphisms in Hair Keratin-Associated Protein Genes
KAP genes show significant genetic variability, but its impact on hair traits is unclear.
research The Proteomic Profile of Hair Damage
Bleaching hair damages protein structure, especially keratin, leading to weakened hair.
research What Is Behind the 'Swarm of Bees' in Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is caused by immune system issues, and JAK inhibitors might help treat it.
research Rational Design of Keratin Nanoparticles Utilizing Diverse Hair Protein Fractions for Controlled Drug Release
Scientists made nanoparticles from human hair proteins to improve drug delivery.
research In Vitro Fibre Production and Protein Deposition in Secondary Hair Follicles of the Cashmere and Angora Goat
Angora goats produce more hair faster than Cashmere goats.
research Acidic and Basic Hair/Nail (Hard) Keratins: Their Colocalization in Upper Cortical and Cuticle Cells of the Human Hair Follicle and Their Relationship to Soft Keratins
Hair and nail cells share similar proteins, indicating a common differentiation pathway.
research Evolution of Hard Proteins in the Sauropsid Integument in Relation to the Cornification of Skin Derivatives in Amniotes
Hard skin features like scales, feathers, and hair evolved through specific protein changes in different animal groups.
research Liposomal Packaging Generates Wnt Protein with In Vivo Biological Activity
Wnt3a protein, when packed in liposomal vesicles, can stimulate hair growth and could potentially treat conditions like hair loss.
research Beyond Expectations: The Role of Keratin Intermediate Filament Proteins in Epidermal Integrity
Keratin proteins are crucial for healthy skin, but mutations can cause skin disorders with no effective treatments yet.
research The Inflammatory Caspases-1 and -11 Mediate the Pathogenesis of Dermatitis in Sharpin-Deficient Mice
Certain proteins, caspases-1 and -11, are important in the early development of skin inflammation in mice.
research Characterization of Human KAP24.1, A Cuticular Hair Keratin-Associated Protein with Unusual Amino Acid Composition and Repeat Structure
Scientists discovered a unique hair protein, KAP24.1, with a special structure, found only in the upper part of hair cuticles.
research Hairless Is a Nuclear Receptor Corepressor Essential for Skin Function
Hairless protein is crucial for healthy skin and hair, and its malfunction can cause hair loss.
research Phosphatidylinositol-Specific Phospholipase C2 Functions in Auxin-Modulated Root Development
A protein called PLC2 is important for the growth and development of plant roots influenced by auxin.
research A Marine Protein-Based Dietary Supplement for Subclinical Hair Thinning/Loss: Results of a Multisite, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
The supplement helps improve hair growth and reduce hair shedding.
research Autoantigen Discovery in the Hair Loss Disorder, Alopecia Areata: Implications of Post-Translational Modifications
New protein changes may be involved in the immune attack on hair follicles in alopecia areata.