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Glossary Phytoestrogens

naturally occurring plant compounds that mimic estrogen

Phytoestrogens are naturally occurring plant compounds that can mimic the hormone estrogen in the human body. They are found in foods like soy, flaxseeds, and certain fruits and vegetables, and can influence hormonal balance, potentially impacting conditions like menopause symptoms and even hair growth or loss.

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research Dietary soy oil content and soy‐derived phytoestrogen genistein increase resistance to alopecia areata onset in C3H/HeJ mice

61 citations , February 2003 in “Experimental Dermatology”

This study found that increasing dietary soy oil content reduced alopecia areata development in C3H/HeJ mice, though genistein injection showed no significant effect.

research Phytoestrogens and early onset androginic alopecia: a study in ndola, zambia.

January 2018

Eating a lot of soy might lower the chance of early hair loss in men likely to get it.

research Biomimetic and Estrogenic Plant-Based Nanofibrous Wound Dressings

March 2019 in “Digital Access to Scholarship at Harvard (DASH) (Harvard University)”

This study found that soy-based nanofibrous scaffolds enhanced wound closure and tissue regeneration via the ER-β pathways in both mouse and human skin, suggesting a potential for effective wound healing applications.

research Androgenic Alopecia Is Associated with Less Dietary Soy, Higher Blood Vanadium and rs1160312 1 Polymorphism in Taiwanese Communities

15 citations , December 2013

This study found that in men with androgenic alopecia, moderate to severe cases were associated with the AA genotype of rs1160312, blood vanadium concentrations, and regular consumption of soy bean drinks.

research Blackcurrant Extract with Phytoestrogen Activity Alleviates Hair Loss in Ovariectomized Rats

9 citations , April 2019 in “Molecules”

This study found that a blackcurrant extract with phytoestrogen activity increased hair number and stem cell marker expression in a menopausal rat model, suggesting a potential benefit for hair loss.

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community i analysed diets in japan and korea , they cover sufficient amount of minerals needed for hair loss.

4 upvotes 3 years ago

Japanese and Korean diets provide sufficient minerals like folate, B12, vitamin D, zinc, iron, and copper, which may reduce androgenic alopecia. High soy consumption, containing phytoestrogens, might also contribute to lower hair loss in these regions.

community Green tea/ soy Isoflavones supplements for MPB

4 upvotes 5 years ago

Green tea extract and soy isoflavones may help with hair loss by inhibiting DHT and providing additional health benefits. Combining these with finasteride and possibly using nizoral shampoo could enhance effectiveness in managing hair loss.

community I been investigating a little about Soy

in Research/Science 2 years ago

The conversation is about whether soy milk can help with hair loss due to its isoflavones. The consensus is that soy milk is unlikely to be effective.

community isoflavones to combat gyno?

4 upvotes 6 years ago

Isoflavones from soybeans may help limit estrogen's effects on the body, potentially preventing gyno. However, surgery is the only way to remove gland enlargement.

community The homeless crackhead protocol

4487 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation humorously suggests that drug use might be more effective for hair retention than traditional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. It attributes full heads of hair in homeless individuals to lifestyle factors like reduced stress or hormonal changes.

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