January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” Some plant-based treatments may help with ovary function, insulin resistance, and excess male hormones in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
January 2011 in “Journal of biological research” Endocrine disruptors may cause early hair loss.
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August 2002 in “Experimental Dermatology” 17α-estradiol boosts aromatase activity in female hair follicles, potentially helping with hair loss.
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October 2007 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” Estrogens help reduce skin aging, and SERMs might offer similar benefits without the risks of hormone therapy.
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February 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Estrogen helps keep skin healthy and may make women look younger and more attractive.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Mid-life Health” Menopause can cause skin issues, and seeing a dermatologist helps.
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October 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair ages due to various factors and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help, but more research and better public awareness are needed.
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December 2005 in “Therapeutische Umschau” The document concludes that protecting skin from the sun, avoiding smoking, and using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride can help manage skin and hair aging.
January 2008 in “Journal für Kardiologie (Krause & Pachernegg GmbH)” Healthy aging can be promoted through physical activity, lifestyle changes, and certain treatments.
May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine” Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” 17β-estradiol may help hair growth by increasing cannabinoid receptor type 1.
January 2014 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
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October 2015 in “EFSA supporting publications” Isoflavones may help with menopause symptoms but could be risky for women with hormone-sensitive cancers.
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September 2023 in “Molecules (Basel. Online)” Plant sterols have health benefits like lowering cholesterol, but more research is needed to understand their effects and improve their extraction and sustainability.
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May 2007 in “Journal of Endocrinology” Synthetic 19-norprogestins promote bone cell growth and function through their non-phenolic metabolites.
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July 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” 17β-estradiol lowers polyamine oxidase levels in breast cancer cells through estrogen receptor 2.
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August 2010 in “Medicinal Chemistry Research” Some synthesized compounds were more effective than Finasteride in reducing prostate cancer cell growth and androgen levels.
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July 2021 in “F1000Research” Plant-based compounds might be a promising alternative for prostate cancer treatment with fewer side effects.
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November 2009 in “DSpace (Federal University of Santa Catarina)” Brunfelsia uniflora has good antioxidant properties and moderate antibacterial activity.
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March 2021 in “F1000Research” Plant-based compounds might be effective, low-side-effect treatments for prostate cancer by blocking a specific enzyme.
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June 2017 in “Maturitas” Estrogen helps improve skin aging and healing, especially in post-menopausal women.
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August 2021 in “Nutrition research” Estrogen affects how vitamin A is processed in mouse skin, which may impact acne treatment, hair growth, and skin defense.
January 2006 in “Benzina: Revista d'excepcions culturals” Trienones are more effective at inhibiting the enzyme linked to hair loss than dienones.
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December 2021 in “ScienceRise” The best way to extract oil from Urtica dioica roots is by using corn oil, a 1:5 ratio of raw material to extract, extracting for 6 hours, and using the maceration method.
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May 2011 in “Journal of Neuroendocrinology” PEA boosts allopregnanolone production and reduces oxidative stress in brain cells.
515 citations
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April 2003 in “Endocrine Reviews” Androgens and DHEA can help prevent breast cancer and improve health in women.
14 citations
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August 1943 in “Archives of Dermatology” Applying estradiol to skin causes local changes but not cancer.
July 2023 in “CRC Press eBooks” Plant-based substances like chamomile and aloe vera may help treat PCOS symptoms.
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April 2008 in “Steroids” The more lipophilic the progesterone derivative, the better it binds to androgen receptors and has antiandrogenic effects.