Rob English 
Inositol is a sugar found in food that comes in nine forms. The two most common of which are Myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol. Inositol isoforms are useful for preventing and treating metabolic and reproductive disorders, like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), gestational diabetes, and male fertility issues.[1]Dinicola, S., Unfer, V., Facchinetti, F., Soulage, C.O., Greene, N.D., Bizzarri, … Read more…
Japanese knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) is a plant native to Japan, China, and Korea.[1]Royal Horticultural Society, (no date). Japanese Knotweed. Available at: https://www.rhs.org.uk/weeds/japanese-knotweed (Accessed: 11 May 2015) Japanese knotweed contains compounds such as resveratrol and apigenin – both of which might confer antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties.[2]Galiniak, S., Aebisher, D., Bartuskik-Aebisher, D. (2019). Health benefits of … Read more…
Zinc is an essential nutrient found in a variety of foods. It is an essential trace element, meaning that the body cannot generate it on its own and that it is usually only present in very small quantities. An adult human contains around 2-3 g of zinc, about 0.1% of which is replenished daily.[1]Maret, W., … Read more…
Pea sprouts are legumes that are thought to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-hypertensive properties.[1]Borges-Martinez, E., Gallardo-Velazquez, T., Cardador-Martinez, A., Moguel-Concha, D., Osoriao-Revilla, G., Ruiz-Ruiz, J.C., Martines, C.J. (2020). Phenolic compounds profile and antioxidant activity … Continue reading In this article, we will examine the science behind pea sprouts in hair loss treatments and whether they might … Read more…
Microneedling is a popular hair loss intervention, with some clinical studies supporting its use for pattern hair loss. Some studies even suggest that microneedling is as effective as platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) at regrowing hair. Having said that, some users report an increase in hair shedding after starting microneedling – especially in the first 1-3 … Read more…
In a recent milestone, a drug called ritlecitinib (brand name Litfulo™) has been approved for treating alopecia areata (AA) in adolescents and adults. Ritlecitinib is a type of drug classified as a kinase inhibitor.[1]Pfizer, (2023), FDA Approves Pfizer’s LITFULO™ (Ritlecitinib) for Adults and Adolescents with Severe Alopecia Areata. Pfizer. Available at: … Continue reading In this … Read more…
When selecting hair loss treatments, it’s critical to understand how fast your hair loss is progressing, and why the speed your hair loss should influence your treatment choices – particularly for those with rapidly-progressing androgenic alopecia. In this article, we’ll uncover: The average speed of hair loss progression (per year) How to estimate your own … Read more…
Amino acids are biomolecules that are the fundamental building blocks of proteins. Proteins are essential for life, and comprise not only the structural elements of our bodies, like collagen and muscle fibers, but also enzymes and receptors that allow the chemistry of life to take place. Our bodies are able to synthesize several amino acids, … Read more…
Turmeric is a common spice derived from the root of the plant Curcuma longa. It is thought to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and blood pressure-regulating properties amongst other things. These properties can be attributed to an active component of turmeric called curcumin.[1]Kocaadam, B., Sanlier, N. (2017). Curcumin, an active component of turmeric (Curcuma longa), and … Read more…
Pump Haircare is a company that sells a wide array of haircare and skincare products, aimed at promoting healthy skin and hair, as well as hair growth. One of Pump Haircare’s products, called BioGro™, is marketed towards reducing ‘hair fall’ or shedding, and simultaneously promoting hair growth. The company claims that this product is scientifically … Read more…