Instructions for properly supplementing Biotin

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Biotin is found in many different foods, so the body is rarely deficient in this nutrient. They can be added to some vitamins as dietary supplements. Medicinal biotin supplements may be indicated in the treatment of hepatitis, brittle nails, neurological disease, and other conditions.

1. Uses of biotin

What vitamin is biotin? Biotin is a coenzyme in the B group of vitamins, also known as vitamin H or vitamin B7. Biotin plays a key role in the body, supporting the health of the skin, nerves, digestive tract, metabolism and cells. One small study found that biotin and other micronutrients helped treat peripheral neuropathy , nerve pain in the extremities caused by kidney failure or diabetes .
Medicinal biotin supplements have been studied to treat a number of conditions, such as reducing insulin resistance and neurological symptoms associated with type 2 diabetes. However, more studies are needed before final conclusions can be drawn. Some preliminary evidence suggests that biotin may help with brittle nails. Other uses of biotin have yet to be fully demonstrated, including seborrheic dermatitis, hepatitis, hair loss, and depression.

Although more research is needed to evaluate the effects of biotin, it also has some proven benefits. For example, biotin is one of a number of B vitamins that support metabolism, helping to convert carbohydrates into glucose and energy for the body, and supporting amino acids to carry out normal functions.
If taken properly biotin , this substance also brings other uses including :
Reduce inflammation ; Improves cognitive ability Helps lower blood sugar in people with diabetes; Increases good HDL cholesterol and lowers bad LDL cholesterol.

2. Sufficient biotin content

The Institute of Medicine has established an appropriate amount of biotin for daily intake. You can get enough from your regular diet, with or without supplements.
The biotin levels needed to support good health by age are as follows:
Infants 0 - 6 months: 5 micrograms/day; Children 7 - 12 months: 6 mcg/day; Children 1-3 years old: 8 mcg/day; Children 4 - 8 years old: 12 mcg/day; Puberty 9 - 13 years old: 20 mcg/day; Adolescents 14 - 18 years old: 25 mcg/day; Adults 19 years and older: 30 mcg/day; Pregnant women: 30 mcg/day; Lactation: 35 mcg/day. Depending on the individual case, your doctor may recommend a higher dose. Even in high amounts, biotin is quite safe. Currently, there is no conclusion about biotin levels causing health risks.

3. Biotin from natural foods

Biotin is found in many natural foods. Sources of biotin include:
Wheat germ; Whole grains ; Whole grain bread; Egg ; Dairy products; Peanut; Soybeans; Rainbow chard (Swiss chard); Salmon; Chicken meat.

4. Take biotin properly

Biotin is added to many multivitamin supplements, at doses ranging from 5 to 10 mg (equivalent to 10,000 mcg), 166 - 333 times more than the recommended daily intake (30 mcg) ). Sometimes doctors also prescribe high doses of the drug biotin to treat peripheral neuropathy or multiple sclerosis. Biotin medicine 10,000 mcg is a pill that beautifies skin, strengthens nails, and stimulates hair growth, which is popular today in the US and is widely used around the world. The correct dose of biotin is 1 tablet per day during / after meals, or before going to bed for the best absorption of nutrients into the body. For those who use it for the first time, you can take half a tablet a day to test the reaction, then maintain 1 tablet / day. It is best to take biotin 10,000 mcg tablets with plenty of water to avoid hot flashes in the body. Note, pregnant women, nursing mothers, people who are taking other medications or are sensitive to any of the ingredients should consult their doctor before use.
In general, biotin supplements are extracted from natural ingredients so it is very safe for health, even when used in high doses. If consumed in excess, excess vitamin B7 will be excreted in the urine thanks to its water-soluble properties. However, it is still not advisable to take an overdose to avoid causing unnecessary Biotin excess and wasting nutrients.
To ensure safety, experts recommend that patients check the biotin component in the vitamin preparations they are using and let the doctor know when they come to the doctor. Some laboratories report that this substance may alter blood chemistry test results. Therefore, people who plan to do the test should stop taking vitamins in general and biotin pills in particular.
In addition, the medicine should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight; keep out of reach of CHILDREN; make sure your hands are dry each time you remove the medication; Close the vial cap tightly after use. In addition, you should keep the box because it contains a lot of important and necessary information.

5. Risks of taking biotin pills

Most people don't need biotin supplements because they get them from natural food sources. The body also has the ability to recycle used biotin, so biotin deficiency is quite rare. Sometimes pregnant women have low levels of biotin and need to supplement. However, the benefits and risks of the drug biotin are as of yet unknown. Specifically:
Side effects Biotin is quite safe and well tolerated. The maximum safe dose when taking biotin correctly has not been established.
Risks If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or breast-feeding, consult your doctor before taking biotin supplements. Accordingly, you only use biotin for children when it has been prescribed by a pediatrician.

Interactions As with all medications, consult your doctor before starting to take biotin supplements on a regular basis. Because they can weaken the effect of some medications. In contrast, many drugs can lower biotin levels, including some antibiotics. Some epilepsy drugs can decrease the absorption of biotin from food. Lipoic acid supplements also sometimes increase biotin requirements. In addition, eating raw egg whites regularly can also reduce biotin levels in the body.
Biotin is found in many supplements with the common use of improving skin and hair. However, the evidence supporting the use of medicinal biotin for these indications is rather weak. Therefore, patients should only take biotin properly when recommended by their doctor. If you are suffering from a disease related to the nervous system, the prescribed dose of vitamin B7 will be higher than usual, strictly complying with the doctor's instructions.
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Reference source: webmd.com