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November 2024 in “Sciences of Phytochemistry” Bananas are highly nutritious and offer numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects.
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May 2025 in “Preprints.org” Mediterranean Erica species have compounds that support their traditional use for health benefits like reducing inflammation and fighting infections.
Pumpkin roots contain compounds like Alpha-spinasterol, squalene, and palmitic acid, which may have health benefits like reducing depression, treating certain cancers, and having antibacterial properties.
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May 2023 in “Molecules” Ginkgo biloba has health benefits but also contains toxic compounds, driving interest in its use in medicine and food.
Artemisia maritima L. has strong medicinal potential, especially for treating infections and inflammation.
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November 2017 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” The workshop discussed the role of a protein called calreticulin in health and disease, its potential as a treatment target, and its possible use as a disease marker.
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November 2024 in “Plants” Phytosterols may help manage prostate issues but are less effective than synthetic drugs.
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March 2024 in “Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Technologia Alimentaria” Underutilized seeds like jackfruit, Indian almond, and tamarind have valuable nutrients and compounds that can be used sustainably in various industries.
September 2019 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” Teak seed extract is safe and reduces pain in mice.
April 2017 in “Advances in Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine Open Access” Banana stem extract may help manage diabetes by inhibiting certain enzymes.
June 2025 in “Universal library of medical and health sciences.” External factors like pollution, stress, and poor nutrition can negatively affect hair growth.
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January 2019 in “Food science & nutrition” Bergamot may improve heart health, skin conditions, and mood, but more research is needed to confirm these benefits.
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June 2018 in “Food Reviews International” Pumpkin seed oil may improve prostate health, bladder control, and hair growth in men.
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January 2019 in “Journal of Natural Medicines” Chaga mushrooms contain compounds that may promote hair growth better than common treatments.
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October 2011 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research” Jojoba roots have unique properties that were previously unexplored.
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January 2010 in “Biology and medicine” Russelia equisetiformis extracts can harm liver function.
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February 2020 in “European Food Research and Technology” African baobab fruit is a good source of antioxidants and micronutrients, but too much can cause laxative effects.
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January 2015 in “Pharmacology” Serenoa repens may cause early puberty and should be used cautiously in children.
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January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.
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October 2015 in “The Pharma Innovation Journal” The best way to make a topical treatment for hair loss is to mix Saw Palmetto extract with 48% ethanol at the end of making the lotion.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Unani and Integrative Medicine” Licorice can effectively treat stomach ulcers and may work as well as or better than some standard drugs.
Olive leaves extract may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
July 2022 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” Piptadeniastrum africanum and Cordia plathytyrsa can increase testosterone without major metabolic changes, but may affect triglycerides and creatinine.
January 2022 in “Journal Of Biotechnology And Crop Science” Liquorice has medicinal benefits, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiulcer, and antiviral effects.
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April 2018 in “Trends in Molecular Medicine” Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may help us understand hair follicle stem cell disorders and suggest new treatments.
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September 2012 in “PloS one” Two distinct pathways direct proteins to vacuoles in Arabidopsis, affecting root hair growth and protein targeting.
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January 1998 in “Endocrine journal” Saw palmetto extract can block the enzyme that converts testosterone in pig prostate cells.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” Fenugreek seeds help with diabetes and cholesterol, while leaves fight microbes and dandruff.
April 2019 in “International research journal of pharmacy” Adiantum capillus extract reduces pain and swelling in animals.
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February 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melatonin may benefit skin health and could be a promising treatment in dermatology.