2 citations
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July 2019 in “International Journal of Neuroscience and Behavioral Science” Thevetia peruviana bark extract reduces pain in mice and may help create new painkillers.
2 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Local healers in Addis Ababa use 81 medicinal plants, mainly from the Asteraceae family, to treat skin and general diseases, with Echinops kebericho being an endangered plant important in their practices.
90 citations
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July 2009 in “PTR. Phytotherapy research/Phytotherapy research” Spearmint tea may reduce testosterone and self-reported hair growth in women with PCOS.
14 citations
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July 2017 in “Pakistan Journal of Zoology” Fenugreek leaf extracts significantly promoted hair growth in mice with alopecia.
April 2024 in “Jurnal Agroindustri Halal/Jurnal agroindustri halal” The hair tonic with the highest seaweed extract content showed the best hair growth results.
5 citations
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August 2005 in “Current Urology Reports” Saw palmetto helps with nighttime urination and urine flow, similar to finasteride.
January 2022 in “JPK Jurnal Proteksi Kesehatan” Mangkokan leaf extract is more effective against Staphylococcus aureus than Escherichia coli.
2 citations
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January 2023 in “Brazilian Journal of Development” Illegal wildlife captivity poses health risks and highlights the need for conservation and public health awareness.
19 citations
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January 2009 in “OpenSIUC (Southern Illinois University Carbondale)” Calotropis gigantea and Tridax procumbens extracts reduce inflammation more effectively than low-dose Ibuprofen.
July 2024 in “Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Putri Hijau” Students showed strong interest in using meniran leaves for hair growth pomade.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Clitoria ternatea has potential health and skincare benefits but needs more testing for safe use.
December 1998 in “Acta Crystallographica Section C-crystal Structure Communications” A new compound with strong antiandrogenic effects was found, potentially useful for treating conditions like acne and prostate cancer.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” Calotropis gigantea latex is effective for treating skin conditions and other health issues.
7 citations
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March 2025 in “Cytotechnology” 2 citations
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August 2022 in “Animals” Different versions of the KRTAP6-2 gene in goats can lead to thinner cashmere fibers.
November 2025 in “Quantum Wellness : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan” Pacing tawar leaves may help treat itching, insect bites, and promote hair growth.
14 citations
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December 2013 in “Molecules” Two compounds from Asiasarum heterotropoides roots show potential as lung cancer treatments without harming normal cells.
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Leontopodium alpinum extract may help reduce hair shedding by keeping hair in the growth phase longer.
17 citations
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March 2020 in “Frontiers in Chemistry” Compounds from the plant Mammea siamensis may help treat hair loss.
March 2026 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” Gunja has potential for hair growth, fertility control, immune support, and more, but needs careful handling due to toxicity.
May 2021 in “Veterinarìâ, tehnologìï tvarinnictva ta prirodokoristuvannâ” Treating sheep and wild goats with specific medications and bathing sheep was 100% effective against a contagious skin disease caused by mites.
6 citations
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June 2010 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Panfolliculoma is a rare, non-cancerous growth related to hair follicles.
Fenugreek seeds help with diabetes and cholesterol, while leaves fight microbes and dandruff.
Maidenhair fern might help with COVID-19 symptoms, but it needs more testing.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “International Journal of Science for Global Sustainability” Mitrocarpus hirtus leaf extracts may help fight scalp ringworm.
January 1994 in “Memorial University Research Repository (Memorial University)” Oleosomes help cell growth in Sesbania rostrata nodules but don't aid nitrogen fixation.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Therapeutic advances in urology” WS PRO 160 I 120 mg effectively treats urinary symptoms from BPH with good safety and tolerability.
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July 1997 in “Der Urologe” Sabal and Urtica extract works as well as finasteride for treating BPH, with fewer side effects.
3 citations
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September 2024 in “Frontiers in Plant Science” Stephania longa's genome helps understand how it makes the alkaloid cepharanthine.
Ethanol and methanol extracts of Spirulina platensis do not kill WiDr colon cancer cells.