February 2024 in “Scientific Reports” Topical minoxidil and dietary supplements improved hair regrowth in children with hair loss from chemotherapy.
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January 1943 in “Endocrinology” Adrenalectomy boosts hair growth and melanin in black rats, even with vitamin B¹ deficiency.
March 2024 in “Portuguese Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” People with hair loss often have lower levels of iron, vitamin D, and vitamin B12.
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April 2012 in “PubMed” Enteral supplements can improve symptoms of Cronkhite-Canada syndrome.
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January 2016 in “Pediatrics international” Japanese infants fed hydrolysate formula may have low biotin levels.
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August 2016 in “kufa journal for nursing sciences” Many elderly in geriatric homes are overweight and show signs of nutritional deficiency, needing better nutrition and education.
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February 2016 in “Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition” Hair sheep in tropical climates need different mineral amounts for growth than commonly recommended.
November 2022 in “Animal Bioscience” Adding methionine to a low-protein diet helps Angora rabbits grow better fur.
June 2026 in “World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics” Early diagnosis and tailored treatment improve outcomes for non-nutritional rickets.
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June 1993 in “PubMed” Medication 1 improved hair quality and growth more effectively than medication 2 and the placebo.
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May 2010 in “Integrative Cancer Therapies” There is no clear recommendation for using selenium in cancer patients; it may be beneficial to correct low selenium levels before treatment.
April 2025 in “Nutrients” Consult an oncologist before using supplements for hair loss during breast cancer treatment.
August 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Telogen effluvium is linked to deficiencies in iron, vitamin B12, and thyroid function.
June 2019 in “Journal of Hypertension” Magnesium deficiency raises diastolic blood pressure and reduces vascular contraction.
July 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Low hemoglobin levels are significantly correlated with hair loss in women with Telogen Effluvium.
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August 1982 in “PubMed” Zinc deficiency causes skin issues and hair loss, treatable with zinc supplements.
June 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research” Dietary supplements might help prevent post-COVID hair loss, but serum ferritin is not a reliable indicator.
August 2024 in “Jordan Medical Journal” Picky eating in children is linked to lower weight, hemoglobin, vitamin D, and zinc levels.
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February 2020 in “CHEST Journal” Vitamin C supplementation can resolve pulmonary arterial hypertension caused by vitamin C deficiency.
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October 2017 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” A spermidine-based supplement may help hair grow longer by keeping it in the growth phase.
July 2025 in “Food Science & Nutrition” Vitamin D supplements improve hair growth and metabolism in rabbits.
September 2006 in “Baghdad Science Journal” Pregnant and breastfeeding women may experience hair loss if they don't get enough essential vitamins and minerals.
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April 1992 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Having enough iron improves the effectiveness of a specific hair loss treatment in women.
April 2024 in “Current research in nutrition and food science” Taking an amino acid supplement improved skin, hair, and nail health in women.
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January 2024 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Taking a collagen and vitamin C supplement improves skin and hair health.
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December 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A new storage solution may increase hair transplant graft survival.
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October 2019 in “Giornale italiano di dermatologia e venereologia” Biotin supplements can improve certain skin disorders and hair loss when a deficiency is present.
March 2021 in “World rabbit science” Adding 0.2% taurine to Angora rabbits' diet improves wool production and overall health.
May 2022 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The document suggests using a topical Vitamin D treatment for hair loss rather than oral supplements and calls for more research.
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February 2026 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Vitamins help hair mainly if you have a deficiency; too much can cause hair loss.