Evidence supporting the use of: Bee pollen
For the health condition: Hair (loss or thinning)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Bee pollen has been traditionally used in various cultures as a general health tonic, and it is sometimes mentioned in folk remedies for improving hair health and reducing hair loss or thinning. The rationale behind its use stems from its rich nutrient profile, including amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which are believed to nourish hair follicles and promote healthy hair growth. However, these claims are largely anecdotal and not rooted in rigorous scientific research. While a few animal studies suggest bee pollen may have beneficial effects on hair growth or skin health, these findings have not been robustly replicated in human clinical trials.
There are no high-quality, peer-reviewed studies directly demonstrating that bee pollen supplementation prevents or reverses hair loss in humans. Most evidence is extrapolated from its general nutritional value or from its proposed anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions, which, in theory, could help with scalp health. In summary, the use of bee pollen for hair loss or thinning is mostly based on tradition and anecdotal reports rather than solid scientific evidence. Anyone considering bee pollen supplements for hair health should consult a healthcare provider, especially due to potential allergic reactions in susceptible individuals.
Other ingredients used for Hair (loss or thinning)
alfalfaamino acids
apricot
ashwagandha
biotin
black garlic
bovine gelatin
rice
burdock
collagen
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
fish protein
flavonols
gelatin
ginseng
gooseberry
gotu kola
onion
green tea
iron
L-cystine
L-methionine
licorice root
moringa
nettle
niacinamide (vitamin B3)
omega-3 fatty acids
PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid)
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
pollen
protein
quail egg
quercetin
reishi mushroom
selenium
silicon
spinach
spirulina
almond fruit
vitamin A
vitamin B
vitamin B12
vitamin B6
vitamin C
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin E
seaweed
zinc
bee pollen
dioscorea
ganoderma
morinda
royal jelly
trace minerals
fulvic acid
algae
thyroid substance
Argan nut oil
Animal protein
Black Seed
Babchi
Beef liver
Ba Ji Tian
Borassus aethiopum
coconut oil
Chlorophytum
Cystine
DL-Methionine
Epidermal Growth Factor
Egg
Eugenol
Fo-Ti
Fatty acids
fibroblast growth factor
Kokilaksha
Lipids
silica
walnut
Other health conditions supported by bee pollen
Allergies (respiratory)Anemia
Arthritis
Asthma
Athletic and Exercise Aids
Bronchitis
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cholesterol (high)
Colds (general)
Convalescence
Cuts
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Free Radical Damage
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Hair (loss or thinning)
Hair Care (general)
Heart (weakness)
Infection
Inflammation
Menopause
Nervous Exhaustion
PMS (general)
Stress
Ulcers
Wounds and Sores