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Biotin – Coenzyme R, Vitamin H, Vitamin B7 (Water-Soluble)
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)
  • Essential for the production of healthy skin cells and tissues
  • Assists in the maintenance and repair of bones
  • During pregnancy and lactation, additional intake of biotin foods is vital to protect against sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and various birth defects
  • Baldness may result from a prolonged biotin deficiency
  • Essential for the conversion of fatty foods into individual cells, as it activates the enzyme that is vital for cell construction
  • Promotes the conversion of blood sugar (glucose) into a useable form of energy
  • Protects against digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, and diarrhea
  • Folic acid, vitamins B5 and B12, protein, and carbohydrates need biotin for their full effectiveness and utilization
  • Deficiency may contribute to an overweight individual because it is essential for the conversion of fats
  • Vital for the nervous system and may protect against the development of poor muscle and nerve coordination, seizures, muscle cramps, and poor muscle tone
  • 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