Biotin (Vitamin H)

Signs of Biotin Deficiency:

Anemia

Anorexia

Depression

Dry, scaly skin

Hair loss

High blood sugar

Inflammation or pallor of the skin and mucous membranes

Insomnia

Loss of appetite

Muscular pain

Nausea

Seborrheic dermatitis (cradle cap)

Soreness of the tongue

Note: Eating too many raw egg whites binds up available biotin in the body. Cooking the egg does not allow the biotin to become unavailable.

What Biotin (Vitamin H) Do? 

• Aids in cell growth and replication

• Aids in fatty acid production

• Aids in the metabolism of amino acids, carbohydrates, fats, proteins and sugar

• Aids in the utilization of the other B-complex vitamins

• Biotin is a co-enzyme which means it can speed biochemical process in the body which means more detoxification and more health

• Helpful in diabetes

• Involved in energy metabolism

• Involved in the utilization of glucose

• Promotes healthy hair

• Strengthens nails

Food Sources of Biotin (Vitamin H)

Bananas

Beef liver

Brewer’s yeast

Cauliflower

Cheese

Egg yolks

Fruits

Kidneys

Liver, beef

Meat

Milk

Mushrooms

Nuts

Oatmeal

Peanuts and butter

Poultry

Rice bran, germ, and polishings

Saltwater fish

Soybeans and soy products

Unpolished rice

Walnuts

Whole grains

Other Sources – Name Brands For Biotin

Which Supplement is Best for Me?

My Favorite Liquid Mineral        Supplements I personally take

Cautions & Comments Regarding Vitamin H (Biotin) 

• Bacteria in the intestine produce significant amounts of biotin.

• Biotin is depleted in the body by alcohol, cooking or refining food, antibiotics, sulfa drugs, saccharin, when taken with raw egg whites, and long-term use of anti-seizure medications.

• Biotin is nontoxic, but it is suggested that you do not take in excess of 300 mg. unless supervised by a registered practitioner.