Biotin Quick Guide
Biotin functions in the manufacture and utilization of fats and amino acids. Biotin is a member of the B vitamin family even though it can be produced by bacteria in the gut. A biotin deficiency in adults is characterized dry, scaly skin; nausea; anorexia; and seborrhea. In infants under six months of age, the symptoms […]
The Link Between Biotin and Keratin
Biotin, also known as vitamin B7 and vitamin H, is one of many B-complex vitamins. It’s a water-soluble vitamin, meaning it’s not stored in the body and any excess is eliminated through urine. There are plenty of biotin-rich foods, including ones most of us eat daily, like almonds, sunflower seeds, egg yolks, dairy, avocados, sweet […]
Why Biotin Works
As we age and our hormone levels fluctuate, the sebaceous glands in our skin and scalp start producing less sebum oil. This results in our skin, follicles and hair drying out and becoming flaky and brittle. Biotin can improve your skin and hair—and help offset these issues, among other benefits—by functioning as a growth factor […]
Biotin and Diabetes
Biotin, vitamin B-7, is a member of the water-soluble family of B complex vitamins. Biotin functions in fatty acid metabolism and the production of glucose. Some research has shown encouraging results for the use of biotin in the management of diabetes. Consult your doctor before using biotin for treatment of diabetes. Biotin levels influence blood […]
Vitamin B7, Also Known as Biotin, Vitamin H or Vitamin B8
Vitamin B7, also known as biotin, vitamin H or vitamin B8, is a water-soluble vitamin, required by all organisms and is classified as a B-complex vitamin. There are eight different stereoisomers of biotin, but only one of them, D-biotin, occurs naturally and has full vitamin activity (essential cofactor for carboxylases in the intermediary metabolism) . […]