5 citations
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May 1952 in “Journal of Animal Science” This study found that supplementing baby pigs with riboflavin relieved external symptoms of deficiency, but many internal issues persisted, possibly due to inadequate dosage or treatment duration.
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December 2005 in “Molecular Genetics and Metabolism” This study reports that riboflavin may increase enzymatic activity in a GCDH-deficient patient with specific mutations, but doesn't fully normalize urinary organic acid levels.
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July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This review explores the role of nutritional factors in hair loss, noting that iron and l-lysine supplementation may benefit some individuals, while excessive supplements can lead to hair shedding.
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November 1946 in “Journal of the American Medical Association” This study reported that severe hair disturbances in infants and young children are associated with acute vitamin deficiencies in tropical America, unlike the milder cases observed in the United States.
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September 1941 in “Journal of Nutrition” This study found that male rats on a riboflavin-deficient diet gained significantly less weight and developed symptoms such as alopecia and dermatitis compared to control rats receiving riboflavin.