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November 2013 in “The FASEB journal” Mice with CBS deficiency are healthier on a low-methionine diet.
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27 citations
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27 citations
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January 2016 in “Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry” Bidens pilosa L. extract effectively treats androgen deficiency dry eye in rats.
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April 1989 in “Archives of Dermatology” Iron deficiency can cause hair color changes, which can be reversed with iron supplements.