December 2025 in “Medicine” Glutamine may protect against alopecia areata, while certain cholesterol and glucose levels may increase risk.
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December 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Korean women's hair thins, weakens, and greys with age, with mineral and sterol changes.
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November 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.
August 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” Omega-6 and LDL cholesterol increase the risk of hair loss.
May 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Patients with acne and insulin resistance have different blood metabolites compared to those with only acne, which could help in diagnosis and treatment.