8 citations
,
February 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” IGF-1, KGF, and stem cells help skin cells move and survive, potentially speeding up wound healing.
3 citations
,
May 2021 in “Molecules” Rosuvastatin improves lipid levels, reduces inflammation, but worsens insulin sensitivity in men with early-onset hair loss.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” Metformin may improve acanthosis nigricans by reducing insulin resistance.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Women with prediabetes may have a higher risk of PCOS-like changes, especially if they have impaired glucose tolerance.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Apigenin and ellagic acid may help manage PCOS symptoms.
October 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Hormonal imbalances in women can cause acne, excess hair growth, and hair loss, needing combined medical and mental health care.
March 2021 in “World rabbit science” Adding 0.2% taurine to Angora rabbits' diet improves wool production and overall health.
5 citations
,
January 2020 in “Bioscience Reports” Certain changes in the VEGF gene can increase or decrease the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome.
86 citations
,
December 2001 in “Experimental dermatology” Mutant mice help researchers understand hair growth and related genetic factors.
1 citations
,
August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Nutraceutical insulin-sensitizing agents may help treat skin conditions like psoriasis and acne.
November 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Liver disease is linked to hair loss, especially in women and those with unhealthy lifestyles.
October 2023 in “Frontiers in endocrinology” Androgens and androgen receptors are important for metabolic health, affecting how the body uses glucose and fats through mitochondrial function.
49 citations
,
June 2003 in “European journal of cardiovascular prevention & rehabilitation” Hair loss in middle-aged women is often linked to insulin resistance and a family history of hair loss, particularly from their fathers.
39 citations
,
May 2011 in “European Journal of Clinical Investigation” Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.
22 citations
,
January 2011 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology/Indian journal of dermatology” Cow placenta extract may help hair grow by increasing a growth factor but is less effective than minoxidil.
18 citations
,
June 2017 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” A gene called Gk5 controls lipid production in the skin and affects hair growth.
9 citations
,
April 2019 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” Udenafil may help hair grow by activating certain stem cells.
5 citations
,
March 2019 in “International Journal of Endocrinology” Exercise and finasteride together improve ovary health in PCOS rats.
2 citations
,
June 2017 in “Journal of biomedicine and translational research” Lychee fruit polyphenol (Oligonol®) may regulate genes linked to cell growth and inflammation in human scalp cells.
1 citations
,
May 2025 in “Cell Reports Medicine” RSPO1 could help create new diabetes treatments by increasing pancreatic β cells.
1 citations
,
August 2023 in “South Asian Research Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Fetuin A levels are higher in PCOS patients, while asprosin levels show no difference.
1 citations
,
January 2017 in “Spectrum Research Repository (Concordia University)” Women with PCOS have altered brain structure and reduced cognitive performance.
Plant compounds may help manage PCOS, endometriosis, and menstrual issues.
April 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” High LH levels cause hair loss by damaging and aging hair follicles.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Chemical and Biological Sciences” Glypican-4 may help indicate insulin sensitivity and lipid issues in women with PCOS.
January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Medical Biochemistry” Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.
June 2008 in “Regenerative Medicine” The book explains the science of tissue repair and regeneration, its medical uses, challenges, and ethical concerns.
December 2016 in “Paleontological Journal” Hair growth can be induced by transplanting certain cells, but these cells lose their properties during culturing. The best cell interaction happens in a liquid medium under gravity, and using collagen doesn't help. Future research could focus on using growth factors to stimulate these cells.
4 citations
,
April 2012 in “Asian-australasian Journal of Animal Sciences” Red deer antler extract may help hair grow faster by increasing a growth protein.
81 citations
,
November 2012 in “Journal of the National Cancer Institute” The tumor suppressor gene FLCN affects mitochondrial function and energy use in cells.