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Intermittent fasting triggers interorgan communication to suppress hair follicle regeneration.
Cell·January 9, 2025·PMID 39674178
Why it mattersIntermittent fasting is widely adopted for metabolic health, but its effects on tissue regeneration are poorly understood. This paper reveals a novel mechanism by which fasting impairs hair growth, which may influence counseling for patients concerned about hair loss or those using fasting regimens.
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