16 citations
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June 1983 in “Journal of Neurochemistry” Copper therapy improved health and enzyme activity in mice with copper deficiency.
7 citations
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December 2017 in “Basrah Journal of veterinary Research” Zinc and copper deficiency harms sheep health and normal body functions.
5 citations
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January 2022 in “Pesquisa Veterinária Brasileira” Copper deficiency in goats and kids caused health and reproductive problems due to excess iron intake.
3 citations
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May 2014 in “InTech eBooks” Copper deficiency may cause hair loss, and treating it could involve nutrition and hormones.
January 2025 in “Open Veterinary Journal” Zinc, copper, and vitamin A deficiencies cause skin disorders in sheep.
June 2024 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine” The young goat had anaplasmosis and copper deficiency.
Copper deficiency lowers blood and liver copper levels in rats, but not in hair or bones.
74 citations
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July 1995 in “PubMed” Lowering homocyst(e)ine levels can reverse skin and hair lightening by restoring enzyme activity needed for pigmentation.
73 citations
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May 1976 in “JAMA” Long-term parenteral nutrition without zinc can cause severe zinc deficiency.
1 citations
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November 2019 in “Damanhour Journal of Veterinary Sciences” Cows in El-Behera have nutritional deficiencies causing health issues like anemia and poor reproduction.
October 2017 in “The American journal of gastroenterology” Three patients suffered severe health issues due to not getting enough vitamins and minerals after weight-loss surgery.
May 2024 in “Pakistan Journal of Health Sciences” Iron deficiency is linked to hair loss in CTE patients.
September 2020 in “Benha Veterinary Medical Journal” Sheep with skin diseases often have lower levels of certain trace elements and vitamin A, and higher oxidative stress and immunoglobulin E levels.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” An over-the-counter vitamin/mineral supplement improved hair loss and blood sugar control in a woman with non-classic 11-hydroxylase deficiency.
4 citations
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June 1980 in “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition” Malnutrition can change hair color due to altered copper and zinc levels.
December 2015 in “Basrah Journal of veterinary Research” Buffaloes in Basrah, Iraq, often lack minerals like zinc and copper, leading to health issues.
23 citations
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January 2019 in “Journal of wildlife diseases” Boreal caribou in northeastern British Columbia have significant health issues, including infections, tick infestations, and mineral deficiencies.
11 citations
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November 1991 in “Journal of Neuropathology & Experimental Neurology” Brindled mice show abnormal catecholamine neuron development due to copper deficiency.
10 citations
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May 1986 in “Experientia” Too much zinc in the diet can cause hair loss and color change in young mice by reducing copper in the body.
3 citations
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November 2020 in “Biological Trace Element Research” Men with hair loss may lack zinc, copper, and vitamin D; supplements could help.
1 citations
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June 2022 in “Zagazig Veterinary Journal/Zagazig Veterinary Journal (Online)” Alopecia in dogs is often caused by mange, flea and tick infestations, and nutritional deficiencies, especially in males and young dogs.
December 2024 in “Pediatrics in Review” Early detection and treatment of Menkes disease with copper injections are crucial for better outcomes.
July 2024 in “Medical alphabet” Premature graying and hair changes can be treated with certain peptides and possibly targeting the endocannabinoid system.
August 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Valproic acid, a common antiepileptic medication, can cause reversible hair loss in patients.
December 2009 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” Check serum ferritin levels and total blood count for women with diffuse hair loss.
October 2004 in “Kafrelsheikh Veterinary Medical Journal” Corn silage alone is not a balanced diet for buffalo calves.
December 2010 in “Bariatric Nursing and Surgical Patient Care” Hair loss after bariatric surgery can be reduced by staying hydrated, eating enough protein, taking vitamins, managing stress, and possibly using biotin.
63 citations
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May 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” People with alopecia areata often have lower levels of vitamin D, zinc, and folate, but more research is needed to understand if supplements can help treat it.
7 citations
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January 2018 in “PubMed” Low levels of iron, copper, and calcium may cause early hair graying.
7 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” Good nutrition is crucial for healthy hair and can help with hair loss without medication.