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knowledge and practices from various cultures for health and healing

Traditional Medicine refers to the knowledge, skills, and practices based on the theories, beliefs, and experiences indigenous to different cultures, used in the maintenance of health and in the prevention, diagnosis, improvement, or treatment of physical and mental illnesses. This can include herbal remedies, acupuncture, and other practices that have been passed down through generations. It is also known as Folk Medicine or Indigenous Medicine and often contrasts with modern, evidence-based medical practices.

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Phytochemical Studies on Traditional Herbal Medicines Based on Ethnopharmacological Information Obtained by Field Studies

research Phytochemical studies on traditional herbal medicines based on the ethnopharmacological information obtained by field studies

9 citations , July 2021 in “Journal of Natural Medicines”

Over 150 new molecules with biological activities were found in traditional herbal medicines, some with potential for new drug development.

Integrative Medicine: Potential Applications in Dermatological and Endocrine Diseases - A Literature Review

research Integrative medicine - combination of conventional medicine and traditional herbal medicine may find its potential applications in the treatment of certain dermatological and endocrine diseases – review of the literature

August 2023 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport”

Combining conventional and Chinese herbal medicine could help treat some skin and hormone-related diseases.

Egyptian Traditional Herbal Medicine Candidate Adiantum Capillus-Veneris Linn. as a Symptomatic Treatment for COVID-19: A Review of Its Mechanisms, Pros and Cons

research Egyptian Traditional Herbal Medicine Candidate Adiantum Capillus-Veneris Linn. as a Symptomatic Treatment for COVID-19: A Review of its Mechanisms, Pros and Cons.

May 2021

Maidenhair fern might help with COVID-19 symptoms, but it needs more testing.

Herbal Hair Oils: Traditional Formulations, Medicinal Plants, Mechanisms, And Scientific Validation For Hair Health And Growth Promotion

research HERBAL HAIR OILS: TRADITIONAL FORMULATIONS, MEDICINAL PLANTS, MECHANISMS, AND SCIENTIFIC VALIDATION FOR HAIR HEALTH AND GROWTH PROMOTION

April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

Herbal hair oils can effectively promote hair growth and improve scalp health with minimal side effects.

research HERBAL HAIR OILS: TRADITIONAL FORMULATIONS, MEDICINAL PLANTS, MECHANISMS, AND SCIENTIFIC VALIDATION FOR HAIR HEALTH AND GROWTH PROMOTION

April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

Herbal hair oils can effectively promote hair growth and improve scalp health with minimal side effects.

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community Reddit’s amatorial meta analysis of 17 already avaliable hair loss prevention treatments that were found to be effective in clinical studies but are not FDA approved for MPB. PROS and CONS. (2022 Guide if Finasteride and Minoxidil are not working/ give you sides/are not enough) 77 studies linked!

in Research/Science 586 upvotes 4 years ago

The post and conversation are about hair loss treatments that have been found to be effective in studies. There are 19 different treatments mentioned, including oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical finasteride, RU58841, and more. The best treatment for an individual depends on factors like availability, cost, side effects, and personal preferences.

community Researchers working on ways to regenerate lost hair from stem cells identified a recipe for normal hair regeneration in the lab. “A method for cyclical regeneration of hair follicles from hair follicle stem cells and will help make hair follicle regeneration therapy a reality in the near future.”

in Research/Science 259 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants have side effects and limitations. There is hope for future advancements in stem cell therapy and hair follicle regeneration, though skepticism about their effectiveness and timeline persists.

community 18->24 six years of Fin and Minox…. I guess we can’t all be winners 😭

in Progress Pictures 572 upvotes 3 years ago

A user named "EgyptStar81" who has been dealing with hair loss since age 15 due to genetics, chemotherapy and finasteride/minoxidil treatment. Possible solutions such as dutasteride, oral minoxidil, hair transplants and extensions were suggested.

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