We often hear about Biotin, especially through the commercials of products to strengthen hair and nails, but what is it exactly?
Biotin is vitamin B7 or vitamin H that we can find in supplements of the vitamin B complex.
We can also introject this element through food : fish, eggs, cheeses, pork, chicken, veal, lamb, carrots, spinach, beans, mushrooms.
Biotin is absorbed in the intestine, transported to the liver and then intervenes at the metabolic level on sugars, fats and proteins .
Biotin also acts as a coenzyme and can be an interesting supplement in case of type II diabetes because it improves the insulin resistance condition.
In the event of hair loss caused by Biotin deficiency, it acts as a supplement and strengthens the hair, while it does not seem to give feedback in case of hair loss or lack of this vitamin.
Use of Biotin supplements
To date there are no authoritative studies that certify the effectiveness of this supplement in the case of diabetes in general, nor precise indications about when and how to take it. We can find it on the market in vitamin B complex, or in some supplements specially formulated to combat fragility and hair loss.
No cases of toxicity or side effects have been recorded.
Biotin is also useful in conditions of skin imbalance, such as seborrheic dermatitis because it governs the glands and regulates sebum secretion.
We do not recommend taking Biotin if you are pregnant or breastfeeding on a precautionary principle. The recommended daily dose is 30mcg.
To the question "Biotin supplements yes or no?", I reply as for any other type of supplement: if it is needed, if there is a deficiency of this vitamin that also acts as a metabolic coenzyme, periodic integration is welcome without prolonging it excessively over time, but if we manage to provide the essential daily quota we prefer this route, which is healthier, more moderate and cheaper.
It is not the panacea for baldness, this must be clear and it is not even effective if hair loss is not due to its lack, but to hormonal, seasonal and genetic factors.
Skin, hair and nails are litmus papers that inform us if our body is in balance and healthy. In case these "sensors" provide us with the suspicion of a condition of suffering, let us always remember that the first help is that of the doctor, who will advise us after the analysis of the case how to possibly use some aid that integrate dietary deficit.
