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GlossaryTotal Antioxidant Capacity

measure of a sample's ability to neutralize free radicals

Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC) is a measure of the combined antioxidant effect of all the compounds present in a sample, such as blood, food, or tissue. It reflects the ability of these compounds to neutralize free radicals, which are unstable molecules that can cause cellular damage and contribute to aging and diseases. TAC is important in both research and clinical settings to assess the antioxidant status and potential health benefits of various substances.

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Melatonin Promotes Secondary Hair Follicle Development in Early Postnatal Cashmere Goats and Improves Cashmere Quantity and Quality by Enhancing Antioxidant Capacity and Suppressing Apoptosis

research Melatonin promotes secondary hair follicle development of early postnatal cashmere goat and improves cashmere quantity and quality by enhancing antioxidant capacity and suppressing apoptosis

46 citations , March 2019 in “Journal of Pineal Research”

Melatonin improves cashmere goat hair growth and quality by increasing antioxidants and reducing cell death.

research Antioxidant Capacity and Protective Effect of Cow Placenta Extract on D-Galactose-Induced Skin Aging in Mice

4 citations , November 2022 in “Nutrients”

Cow placenta extract has strong antioxidant effects and can delay skin aging in mice.

research Comparison of the impact of intermittent fasting diet alone or in conjunction with probiotic supplementation versus calorie-restricted diet on inflammatory, oxidative stress, and antioxidant capacity biomarkers in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A randomized placebo-controlled trial

3 citations , January 2025 in “Journal of Research in Medical Sciences”

Intermittent fasting, with or without probiotics, doesn't improve inflammation or stress markers in women with PCOS compared to calorie restriction.

research Effects of the α-ketoglutaric acid on the performance, hair follicle development and antioxidant capacity of Rex rabbits

August 2025 in “Animal nutrition”

α-Ketoglutaric acid improves hair growth, rabbit performance, and antioxidant levels.

Antioxidant Capacity of Essential Oils from Myrtus Communis L. and Citrus Sinensis L. Osbeck in Adana Region

research Antioxidant Capacity of Essential Oils Obtained from Myrtus communis L. and Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck Plants Widely Consumed in Adana Region

September 2023 in “Cumhuriyet science journal”

Myrtle essential oil has a higher antioxidant capacity than orange essential oil.

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community Efficacy and Tolerability of N-Acetyl-Cysteine for Treatment of The Early-onset Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

in Research/Science 26 upvotes 4 years ago

N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) was found to improve hair parameters in men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia, showing increased terminal hair count and decreased vellus hair count, with good tolerability. NAC, used alone or with minoxidil, may help due to its antioxidant properties, though its effectiveness can vary among individuals.

community Does melatonin dissolve in isopropyl alcohol

in Technology 7 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses making a topical melatonin solution for hair loss treatment, questioning if isopropyl alcohol can dissolve melatonin. Melatonin is soluble in lipids and alcohol, but it's unstable and should be mixed fresh regularly; it may help hair growth by affecting certain cellular signaling pathways and has anti-androgenic effects.

community Stop Complaining about Creatine. You're just fixated on shedding.

in Research/Science 76 upvotes 1 year ago

Creatine is unlikely to cause hair loss as it does not raise DHT levels. Hair loss is more likely due to genetics, medications, or lifestyle changes.

community Hair Remedies that Don't Work for Anybody Seeking Hair Regrowth

in Treatment 6 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.

community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 1 year ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

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learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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