Biotin, Biotin, Thompson, 5,000 mcg, 60 Capsules

Biotin   is a vitamin sometimes referred to as vitamin H or B7. It is one of the eight B vitamins. Biotin is found naturally in many foods such as: meat, sea fish, cooked egg yolks, milk, poultry, legumes, whole grains and brewer's yeast. Sometimes, the biotin content of food is reduced when foods are cooked or frozen. The best way to prepare biotin-rich food is to steam it. Biotin, as a coenzyme, is involved in energy production. It is one of the agents that converts food into energy by converting fats and carbohydrates into glucose and breaking down proteins into amino acids. The level of biotin   is inversely proportional to the level of sugar; high levels of biotin lower blood sugar and vice versa. Symptoms such as hair loss, skin irritation, fungus or eczema are common with biotin deficiency.

Biotin promotes growth  nails and hair.

Biotin deficiency

Biotin deficiency is rare in adults, as it is readily available in many  products. However, consumption of typically packaged foods can result in a loss of biotin along with a lot of other nutrients.

In infants, seborrheic dermatitis is one of the conditions that can be caused by a deficiency biotin. It is  characterized by a dry, scaly scalp.

A lack of biotin is associated  with  depression.  Other symptoms of biotin deficiency:  anemia, high blood sugar, inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes, insomnia, muscle pain, loss of appetite, nausea and ulcers on the tongue.

It is important not to consume biotin separately, but to have a full range of vitamins and minerals in the diet. For more detailed advice, you can contact the manager at the Biotus website.

 Thompson, Biotin

Use:  1 capsule daily.

Other Ingredients:  rice flour, silica, magnesium stearate. The capsule consists of vegetable cellulose.

Does not contain: gluten, wheat, milk,  yeast, sugar, sodium, artificial additives, sweeteners, preservatives and dyes. 

Warnings: store in a dry, cool place out of reach of children. Do not use if protective ring is broken or missing.