Description
Also known as vitamin B7, biotin is one of the B complex vitamins that help the body convert food into energy.
Benefits of a biotin supplement:
- Helps to transform fat, protein & carbohydrates in food to glucose
- Helps to keep glucose levels steady, preventing spikes in blood sugar
- Promotes strong healthy hair & nails
- Promotes healthy nervous system function
- Supports skin health; relieves rashes & dermatitis
- Maintains healthy mucous membranes
- Improves energy levels, alleviates lethargy
- Supports healthy psychological functioning; eases mild depression
The word “biotin” comes from the ancient Greek word “biotos,” which means “life” or “sustenance.” B vitamins, and specifically biotin, help keep your skin, hair, eyes, liver, and nervous system healthy. Biotin is also a crucial nutrient during pregnancy, as it’s important for embryonic growth.
Most people get the biotin they need from eating a healthy diet, but there have been numerous studies that demonstrate that getting more biotin can regulate your blood sugar, promote healthy hair, skin, and nails, and help pregnant moms have healthier babies.
Biotin deficiencies are rare. But because people with a deficiency often show symptoms of hair loss or a scaly red rash, it can be worth increasing your intake.
Biotin can also be found in a number of foods, including:
- egg yolk
- organ meats (liver, kidney)
- nuts, like almonds, peanuts, pecans, and walnuts
- nut butters
- soybeans and other legumes
- whole grains and cereals
- cauliflower
- bananas
- mushrooms
Because food-processing techniques like cooking can render biotin ineffective, raw or less-processed versions of these foods contain more active biotin.
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