We dive into the trendy nutrient plus the health benefits it can provide.
Here we’ll explain what biotin is, what it does and the best ways to meet your needs.
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What is biotin?
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Biotinis actually another name for a jot down of vitamin.
It is one of the many B vitamins, and is also referred to as vitamin B7.
These enzymes also help regulate the signals sent between cells and the activity of genes.
Why do we need biotin?
So, now that we know what it is, what is biotin good for?
These symptoms tend to appear gradually.
What are the health benefits of biotin?
One small older study did conclude that biotin supplementation increased nail plate thickness by 25%.
A more recent2017 studyreviewed 18 reported cases of biotin use for hair and nail health.
All cases showed clinical improvement in hair and nail health after receiving supplemental biotin.
However, more research needs to be done on whether additional supplementation results in added benefits.
