Biotin

Why Does the Body Need Biotin?

11. It is needed for the utilization of the B Complex vitamins
12. It aids in the metabolism of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates
13. It is needed for healthy skin, nerves, and hair. 100mg of biotin daily may help men prevent hair loss
14. It helps your body use essential fats
15. It promotes healthy nerve tissue, bone marrow, sweat glands, and can relieve muscle pain
16. Cradle cap, or seborrheic dermatitis, in infants may be caused by a deficiency of biotin

What are some symptoms of Deficiency?
1. anemia
2. depression
3. dermatitis
4. dry, flaky skin
5. eczema
6. hair loss
7. high blood sugar
8. insomnia
9. loss of appetite
10. muscular pain
11. nausea
12. prematurely graying hair
13. sore tongue

Where do you naturally find Biotin (in alphabetical order)?
6. almonds
7. brewer's yeast
8. cabbage
9. cauliflower
10. cherries
11. cooked egg yolks
12. grapefruit
13. herring
14. meat
15. milk
16. oysters
17. peas
18. poultry
19. soybeans
20. tomatoes
21. watermelon
22. whole grains

Notes and/or Cautions:
Biotin may be depleted by antibiotics, sulfa drugs, birth control pills, fried foods, and saccharin. Raw egg whites, which contain avidin, can deplete the body of biotin in the intestines. This is not a problem when the egg whites are cooked.

Recommended Dosages for Maintaining Good Health (for Adults): 400-800 mcg