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research A Review on Citrullus Colocynthis Schrad.: From Traditional Iranian Medicine to Modern Phytotherapy
Citrullus colocynthis has pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and hair growth benefits, but can cause side effects like colic and diarrhea.
research Plants Producing Ribosome-Inactivating Proteins in Traditional Medicine
Some plants used in traditional medicine may help treat cancer because they contain proteins that can inactivate ribosomes.
research Citrullus Colocynthis as the Cause of Acute Rectorrhagia
Eating Citrullus colocynthis can cause severe intestinal bleeding and damage.
research Middle East Medicinal Plants in the Treatment of Diabetes: A Review
Some Middle Eastern plants may help treat diabetes and could be alternatives to current drugs, but more research is needed.
research A Bibliometric Study of Scientific Literature in Scopus on Botanicals for Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Botanicals like green tea extract show potential for hair growth, but more research is needed.
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5 / 247 resultscommunity Study: Peppermint oil more effective than minoxidil, thoughts?
The conversation discusses a claim that peppermint oil is more effective than minoxidil for hair loss, with one user mentioning using a mix of peppermint and rosemary oils as a treatment. Some users are skeptical, while others show interest in the potential of peppermint oil.
community Creatine Doesn’t Cause Hair Loss: Stop the BS
Creatine does not cause hair loss, despite many users reporting personal experiences of hair shedding. Scientific evidence shows no link between creatine and increased hair loss or hormone changes.
community My somewhat nuclear Hair loss prevention procotocol
A 21-year-old male shared his extensive hair loss treatment protocol, which includes Dutasteride, RU58841, Ketoconazole shampoo, oral Minoxidil, pyrilutamide, MK677, dermastamping, and castor oil, and reported improved hair regrowth and overall well-being. He has experienced no side effects and has also improved his diet and lifestyle.
community How much dht does Nizoral shampoo block?
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo. Nizoral's effectiveness is debated, with some suggesting it works as a weak antagonist for androgen receptors, while others attribute its benefits to anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
community How much would a high dose dutasteride scalp dht inhibition be?
The conversation discusses the potential for high doses of dutasteride to completely inhibit scalp DHT and speculates whether this could cure baldness when combined with a topical antiandrogen. Specific dosages mentioned are 0.5 mg reducing scalp DHT by 55% and 2.5 mg by about 79%.