Growing evidence of the beneficial effects of a marine protein-based dietary supplement for treating hair loss
Hornfeldt CS
Published in Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
Methodology
Narrative review of a pilot study plus five randomized, double-blind trials of an oral marine protein supplement for thinning hair in adults
Key Findings
Across the reviewed trials the marine supplement increased terminal and vellus hair counts and diameters and decreased hair shedding in men and women with thinning hair.
Conclusions
A dietary supplement containing a marine complex can promote hair growth and reduce shedding in people with thinning hair.
Limitations
All trials evaluate a single proprietary product, several were manufacturer sponsored, and the review is narrative rather than a quantitative meta-analysis.
Outcomes Measured
A dietary supplement containing a marine complex and other natural ingredients can safely and effectively promote hair growth and decrease hair shedding in women and men with thinning hair
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