January 2022 in “Indian journal of paediatric dermatology” Children with early graying hair might have lower levels of certain nutrients like zinc, magnesium, and Vitamin B12.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Crohn's and colitis” Many people with inflammatory bowel disease have a vitamin C deficiency, which can lead to scurvy symptoms.
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January 2021 in “Open Access Journal of Cancer & Oncology” Energy healing treatment improved flutamide's solubility and stability, potentially enhancing its effectiveness for prostate cancer.
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December 2014 in “Polish Journal of Public Health” Zinc is essential for many body functions and imbalances can lead to health problems.
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June 2020 in “Journal of Advanced Research” High-dose vitamin A and E with zinc improved blood sugar control and insulin function in diabetics, but may cause hair loss.
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January 2015 in “Biomedicine and Biotechnology” Bio-fortification through plant breeding can improve the nutritional value of staple crops by adding essential minerals.
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January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” Normal iron levels are crucial for healthy skin, hair, and nails.
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December 2020 in “Current sports medicine reports” Athletes usually get enough vitamins and minerals from a healthy diet, and supplements are only needed for those with actual deficiencies.
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March 2002 in “AIDS” Indinavir, especially with vitamin A, may cause bone changes, but switching to nelfinavir can reduce these effects.
April 2026 in “Journal of Pharmacy Practice” Improper vitamin use after bariatric surgery can cause acne.
December 2021 in “Dermatology research” Low levels of vitamin B12, ferritin, and calcium are linked to premature graying of hair.
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September 2002 in “Journal of Bone and Mineral Research” A mutation in the vitamin D receptor causes severe resistance to vitamin D, affecting bone health but not hair growth.
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July 2018 in “Pediatrics” A 3-year-old girl developed scurvy symptoms that improved with vitamin C but relapsed when supplementation stopped.
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November 1961 in “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition”
June 2022 in “Journal of medical science and clinical research” Brandt syndrome, with symptoms like skin rash, hair loss, and diarrhea, improves quickly with zinc supplements.
Iron supplements improved hemoglobin levels and combined iron and zinc reduced measles risk in Indonesian infants.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Engineering Research and Science & Technology” The system helps identify vitamin deficiencies early by analyzing symptoms.
August 2024 in “IAHS Medical Journal” Low vitamin D and ferritin levels are linked to female hair loss.
January 1982 in “Side effects of drugs annual” High doses of certain vitamins can cause serious side effects and health risks.
May 2026 in “Preprints.org” This study evaluated the effects of a combination of cystine, B vitamins, and minerals (Pantovigar® vegan) on diffuse hair loss in 34 women aged 30-75 over 6 months. Results showed a significant increase in the anagen hair rate by 2.35% and a decrease in the telogen hair rate by 2.35%, leading to a 2.37% increase in the anagen/telogen hair ratio, indicating improved hair condition. Participants reported positive feedback on hair condition, and no serious side effects were observed. The nutrient combination was found to be beneficial, well-accepted, and safe for managing diffuse hair loss in women.
Increased calcium in hair may signal early bone health issues in menopausal women.
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January 1991 in “Oncology” High-dose vitamin A was safe and well-tolerated in a lung cancer treatment study.
November 2020 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Not getting enough minerals can lead to health problems and shorter lifespans.
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May 1952 in “Journal of Animal Science” Riboflavin deficiency in baby pigs causes health issues, and while supplements help, they may not fully fix internal problems.
January 2004 in “Weiliang yuansu yu jiankang yanjiu” Copper levels differ by gender, and young children have higher mineral levels.
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June 2025 in “Biomolecules” Stauntonia hexaphylla leaves and fruits, especially leaves, may help prevent osteoporosis by boosting bone growth and reducing bone loss.
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January 1992 in “The Tohoku Journal of Experimental Medicine” Zinc made mice's coarse hair turn into fine hair without affecting skin structure.
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October 1983 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” Patients with this syndrome can have different responses and worsening resistance to treatment over time.
January 2023 in “Voennaâ medicina” Hair loss in women can improve with iron and vitamin supplements if caused by iron deficiency.