January 2019 in “Trace Elements in Medicine (Moscow)” Hair analysis may help monitor health in children with Down syndrome and obesity.
April 2023 in “Acta Poloniae Pharmaceutica” Herbal extract shampoo increased certain minerals in hair and improved hair growth and scalp health.
3 citations
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June 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
11 citations
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September 1999 in “Biological Trace Element Research” Mineral deficiencies in pregnant women can be improved with proper supplementation.
9 citations
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October 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Iron deficiency might cause hair loss, but better testing is needed.
May 2024 in “Pakistan Journal of Health Sciences” Iron deficiency is linked to hair loss in CTE patients.
1 citations
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March 2020 in “Current Science” Most people in the surveyed area experience hair loss, but they are not aware of the role of diet, iron, hormones, genetics, and possibly water quality in causing it.
Hair can accurately predict iron levels in cattle muscle, helping diagnose mineral imbalances.
8 citations
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May 2021 in “Applied Materials Today” New nano composite helps reduce scars and regrow hair during burn wound healing.
26 citations
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June 2020 in “Polymers” Microneedle made of iron oxide and PVA helps hair regrowth in alopecia treatment.
24 citations
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May 2019 in “PLOS genetics” Mutations in the HEPHL1 gene cause abnormal hair and cognitive issues.
3 citations
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June 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Lower pH straighteners change hair more but weaken it.
44 citations
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May 2014 in “The American Surgeon” Low zinc and iron levels can predict hair loss after sleeve gastrectomy in women.
19 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Ultraviolet rays damage hair, smoking may cause hair loss, and good nutrition is important for hair health, but genetics mainly decide hair thickness.
15 citations
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January 2016 in “Przeglad Menopauzalny” Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients is important for menopausal women to manage hair loss.
10 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology” Different silkworm varieties have varying nutrient levels in their powders, which may promote hair growth.
January 2026 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” An Ayurvedic treatment effectively reduced hair fall and improved scalp health.
February 2024 in “Journal of ayurveda and integrated medical sciences” Ayurvedic medicine helped increase a young woman's hemoglobin levels and improved her anemia symptoms.
February 2021 in “Austin journal of nutrition & metabolism” Appropriate zinc levels may help prevent hair loss in university students.
8 citations
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November 2019 in “Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology” Higher hair iron levels are linked to changes in brain structure and function.
7 citations
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January 2016 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” People with early graying hair often have lower levels of iron, ferritin, and calcium.
4 citations
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March 2019 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Low iron levels may be linked to hair loss in non-menopausal women.
3 citations
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February 2013 in “Bangladesh Journal of Medicine” Low iron levels are linked to hair loss in women.
April 2026 in “Al-Kufa University Journal for Biology” Zinc and iron levels drop after bariatric surgery, needing careful monitoring and supplements.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “Cutis” Low ferritin levels can indicate iron deficiency as a cause of hair loss.
79 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Correcting nutrient deficiencies may help with hair loss, but the benefits of supplements without a deficiency are uncertain and could be harmful.
70 citations
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June 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Certain groups may need vitamin supplements to improve hair health and prevent other health problems.
March 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Iron chelators can effectively reduce hair loss and improve hair growth in autoimmune alopecia.
January 2011 in “Springer eBooks” Eating a balanced diet with the right vitamins and minerals is important for healthy hair, but too many supplements can be harmful.
39 citations
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September 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Herbs can potentially treat hair loss by inhibiting a key enzyme and promoting hair growth, and deficiencies in zinc, biotin, and iron are linked to hair loss.