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April 2017 in “Macromolecular bioscience” Scientists created tiny pH-sensing gels that can safely measure the pH levels inside hair follicles.
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January 2018 in “Pharmacology & pharmacy” Pumpkin seed products may help improve prostate and bladder health by blocking certain enzymes and hormone receptors.
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March 2023 in “Marine Drugs” Compounds from Monascus purpureus showed mild antifungal effects.
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August 2025 in “Plants” Selenium from plants is beneficial and safer for health.
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August 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” DHEA boosts bone cell growth and differentiation in elderly stem cells.
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October 2024 in “Animals” Crimped wool has proteins linked to crimp formation, while straight wool has proteins linked to fiber fineness, which can improve wool quality and value.
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February 2025 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” Hawthorn-probiotic postbiotic may relieve constipation in elderly.
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