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August 2021 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” GLP-1 receptor agonists, like Dulaglutide, Liraglutide, and Semaglutide, have potential benefits beyond the pancreas, including neuroprotection, pain suppression, cardiovascular protection, obesity management, and cancer treatment, but there are concerns about pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer risks.
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April 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” Scopolin and scopoletin from Merremia peltata leaves may help treat hair loss and showed promising results in rabbit tests.
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November 2008 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” Biotin and biotinidase are essential to prevent health issues, and deficiencies require lifelong supplementation.
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September 2014 in “PloS one” Thyroid hormone receptors are essential for hair growth and wound healing.
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January 2017 in “Case reports in endocrinology” Ashwagandha root improved symptoms of nonclassic 11-hydroxylase deficiency in an elderly woman.
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March 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” TIP39 and PTH2R help control calcium levels and skin cell development.
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September 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Folate receptor β helps suppress the immune system in macrophages and affects cancer growth and hair health.
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June 2020 in “Journal of Advanced Research” High-dose vitamin A and E with zinc improved blood sugar control and insulin function in diabetics, but may cause hair loss.
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August 2022 in “The Scientific World Journal” Merremia peltata leaf extract, particularly the bufotalinin compound, shows potential for treating hair loss.
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May 2003 in “Mechanisms of Development” Increasing calcium sensing receptor speeds up skin and hair development in mice.
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January 2024 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol, especially in a 40:1 ratio, effectively treat PCOS by improving insulin sensitivity and ovulation.
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November 2012 in “Stem cells” MicroRNA-302 helps improve the conversion of body cells into stem cells by blocking NR2F2.
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February 2011 in “PloS one” Astressin-B can reverse and prevent hair loss in stressed mice.
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February 2015 in “The American journal of pathology” Keratosis pilaris is often linked to genetic mutations and causes skin and hair abnormalities, regardless of those mutations.
November 2023 in “Bioorganic Chemistry” Drugs targeting the Androgen Receptor are effective for treating prostate cancer and other androgen-related conditions.
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April 2019 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Acyzol could help treat conditions caused by zinc deficiency.