February 2023 in “Laboratory Animal Research” Cudrania tricuspidata and Sargassum fusiforme extracts improved hair growth in mice by affecting growth-related genes.
April 2017 in “Advances in Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine Open Access” Banana stem extract may help manage diabetes by inhibiting certain enzymes.
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July 2021 in “Armaghane Danesh” These plant extracts can kill some bacteria.
Fragrant pandan leaf extract can inhibit dandruff-causing fungus, especially at higher concentrations.
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March 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Indigenous herbal medicines in the Indian subcontinent have potential for drug development but need more research and standardization.
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.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Plant Studies” Tridax procumbens may be a safe, affordable treatment for some health issues.
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September 2023 in “Prostate International” Cervi Parvum Cornu complex improved urinary symptoms in men without major side effects.
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December 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Hom Thong banana peels can help reduce skin pigmentation by inhibiting melanin production.
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January 2021 in “Pakistan Journal of Nematology” Citrullus colocynthis is a valuable natural option for medicine and pest control.
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February 2009 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Asiasari radix extract may relieve certain types of pain by affecting GABA and NMDA receptors.
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July 1978 in “Journal of comparative pathology” Acanthospermum hispidum is toxic to mice, causing death and damage to internal organs.
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March 2023 in “Marine Drugs” Compounds from Monascus purpureus showed mild antifungal effects.
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June 2024 in “Journal of pharmacopuncture” Polygonum multiflorum shows promise for treating Alzheimer's and cognitive impairments.
March 2026 in “Food Science and Biotechnology” Blue honeysuckle fruit extract helps hair grow by activating a specific signaling pathway.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Croton tiglium Linn. may promote hair growth but needs careful detoxification due to its toxicity.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Cinchona succirubra extract with caffeine improves hair growth and reduces hair loss.
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December 2022 in “BMC Plant Biology” The black orchid Brasiliorchis schunkeana produces chemicals that attract certain insects and have potential antimicrobial properties.
August 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” Certain hydroxycinnamate derivatives may effectively inhibit enzymes linked to hair loss with low toxicity.
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March 2023 in “Heliyon” Beehive extracts may help with anxiety, depression, and inflammation.
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April 2016 in “Chinese Medicine” The research identified 12 antioxidant compounds in Polygonum multiflorum roots, suggesting these as quality markers for the plant's processed roots.
August 2023 in “Journal of Chromatographic Science” A new method accurately measures three compounds in rat plasma from pine needle extracts, aiding future research on its use for hair loss.
May 2026 in “Riset Informasi Kesehatan” A 12% candlenut oil shampoo is optimal for hair care.
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June 2023 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Cepharanthine has many medicinal uses but needs improvement for better effectiveness.
August 2023 in “Jurnal Pharmacia Mandala Waluya” Albizia saponaria bark extract at 20% concentration promotes hair growth in rabbits.
April 2016 in “Pharmaciana” A combination of Aloe vera and liquorice extracts promotes significant hair growth.
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April 2013 in “Revista cubana de plantas medicinales” Sida cordifolia L. is rich in saponins with antioxidant and antifungal properties.
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January 1995 in “The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” The Indian buffalo teat has a melanin-rich epidermis, no hair follicles, and a complex structure with muscle, blood vessels, and immune cells.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Amalaki improves cholesterol, blood sugar, inflammation, and liver function without serious side effects.
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May 2012 in “Acta pharmaceutica sinica B” The study found unique microscopic features for hair or feather in five animal ingredients in Shenrongbian pill.