Graying hair may reflect a natural defense against cancer risk

Throughout life, our cells are constantly exposed to environmental and internal factors that can damage DNA. While such DNA damage is known to contribute to both aging and cancer, the precise connection—particularly how damaged ...

Expert shares practical tips for treating hair loss

Hair loss is often caused by a combination of heredity and aging, says Dr. Dawn Davis, a Mayo Clinic dermatologist. Treatments that may slow that type of hair loss and help regrow hair, including over-the-counter therapies ...

A stevia-derived sweetener could improve hair loss treatment

Androgenetic alopecia is a common form of hair loss in both men and women—also called male pattern baldness and female pattern hair loss. Topical minoxidil is an approved treatment, but it has poor water solubility and skin ...

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