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August 2015 in “Molecules” Mimosine dipeptides are promising for treating hyperpigmentation and inflammation.
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January 2026 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Icariin can regulate macrophages and may help treat inflammation, cancer, bone disorders, and fibrotic diseases.
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