Biotin – Coenzyme R, Vitamin H, Vitamin B7 (Water-Soluble)
Foods: Beef, Broccoli, Fish, Organ meats, Peanuts, Soybean oil, Spinach
Nutrient inhibiting factors: Food processing, avidin (egg white)
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Essential for the production of healthy skin cells and tissues
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Assists in the maintenance and repair of bones
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During pregnancy and lactation, additional intake of biotin foods is vital to protect against sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and various birth defects
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Baldness may result from a prolonged biotin deficiency
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Essential for the conversion of fatty foods into individual cells, as it activates the enzyme that is vital for cell construction
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Promotes the conversion of blood sugar (glucose) into a useable form of energy
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Protects against digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, and diarrhea
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Folic acid, vitamins B5 and B12, protein, and carbohydrates need biotin for their full effectiveness and utilization
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Deficiency may contribute to an overweight individual because it is essential for the conversion of fats
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Vital for the nervous system and may protect against the development of poor muscle and nerve coordination, seizures, muscle cramps, and poor muscle tone
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Stable to oxygen, cooking, and light
For more information, please see me at Norwell Athletic Club (NAC).
Yours in Health,
Silke Heine,
Owner of Simplify Holistic Nutrition
(781) 883-5951