117 citations
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November 2006 in “Experimental Dermatology” The article concludes that the wool follicle is a valuable model for studying tissue interactions and has potential for genetic improvements in wool production.
98 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Eating the right nutrients can improve hair health, but taking extra supplements usually doesn't help unless you have a deficiency.
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.
14 citations
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December 2010 in “Dermatologica Sinica” New treatments for hair loss show promise, but more development is needed, especially for tough cases.
7 citations
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December 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Eating vegetarian, having allergies, and family history might be linked to getting gray hair early.
June 2021 in “Current Research in Diabetes & Obesity Journal” Effective pre- and post-operative care is crucial for better outcomes in sleeve gastrectomy patients.
Iron and zinc deficiencies may be treated to help female hair loss.
14 citations
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September 2007 in “Steroids” The study concluded that androstendione and DHEA are important for diagnosing high male hormone levels in women with excessive hair growth.
6 citations
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October 2011 in “ISRN Ophthalmology” Higher testosterone and dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate levels may help diagnose meibomian gland dysfunction.
44 citations
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January 2020 in “Obesity Surgery” Hair loss after bariatric surgery is often due to iron and protein deficiencies.
175 citations
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January 2020 in “European Journal of Endocrinology” Test thyroid function in all obese patients and prioritize weight loss for hormonal balance.
502 citations
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February 2008 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Treat significant hirsutism with medication and hair removal; use birth control pills first, adding antiandrogens if needed.
2 citations
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January 2017 in “Case reports in endocrinology” Ashwagandha root improved symptoms of nonclassic 11-hydroxylase deficiency in an elderly woman.
April 2026 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” GLP-1 RAs may help wound healing but can also cause faster facial aging and skin issues.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Premature canities is linked to low vitamin D and B12, family history, and higher MHR.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” Lack of certain nutrients may contribute to hair loss and proper diet or supplements could improve it.
120 citations
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April 2019 in “The Journal of clinical investigation/The journal of clinical investigation” Both estrogens and androgens are important for health in both males and females.
February 2017 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Hair cortisol measurement is a promising, non-invasive tool for monitoring cortisol exposure over time.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Dermatologists vary widely in testing practices for alopecia areata, often exceeding guideline recommendations.
102 citations
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January 2022 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” COVID-19 can cause long-term health issues in many body systems, and vaccination is important to prevent these effects.
49 citations
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October 2022 in “PubMed” Hair loss is influenced by genetics, diet, and lifestyle, but more research is needed on nutrition's role.
16 citations
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January 2017 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Low levels of vitamin B12 and ferritin are linked to early hair graying.
14 citations
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January 2015 in “Korean Journal of Pediatrics” Proper nutrition is crucial for managing pediatric inflammatory bowel disease and supporting growth and development.
4 citations
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November 2021 in “Cancers” The document concludes that understanding and managing hair loss in cancer patients is important, and more research is needed for better treatments.
1 citations
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December 2021 in “Androgens” Testosterone and its metabolites affect brain functions and could help treat neurological disorders.
1 citations
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April 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Low iron and vitamin B12 levels are common in women with chronic hair loss, while low vitamin D is less common.
March 2026 in “Bulletin of the Medical Institute of Continuing Education” Female-pattern hair loss can be diagnosed with trichoscopy and treated with nutrition, external therapies, and physiotherapy.
June 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Gray hair can potentially be managed or reversed with treatments that boost melanin production and address nutritional deficiencies.
August 2024 in “Nutrition Bulletin” GLP-1 receptor agonists help with weight loss but need to be combined with other treatments for best results.
February 2024 in “Biomedicines” Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.