Biotin deficiency
Biotin belongs to the B complex vitamins. This group of vitamins breaks down fat and carbohydrates in food and converts them into energy. This energy is the driving force behind many of the body's essential functions. Biotin is sometimes also named B-7, vitamin H, or coenzyme R.
Biotin contributes to good skin health, while it is not needed to produce keratin, a protein that strengthens nails and hair. As a water-soluble vitamin, it cannot be stored in the body for a long time, and the body cannot produce it naturally. However, bacteria found in the gut can produce biotin.
Symptoms of Biotin Deficiency
People with biotin deficiency can experience the following symptoms:
- red rashes on skin, especially on the face
- dry skin or eyes
- brittle hair or hair loss
- motion sickness
- sleep problems
- loss of appetite
- burning or tingling sensation in the hands and feet
- muscle pains
- cracking at the corners of the mouth
- difficulty walking
Causes of biotin deficiency
Biotin deficiency is not so rare, and some of the possible causes are:
Long term diet
Restrictive diets often limit the intake of all vitamins and minerals from food.
Use of medication
Certain medications, such as antibiotics and anticonvulsants, block the body from absorbing vitamins. In addition, antibiotics destroy the beneficial bacteria in the gut, which naturally produce biotin.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Certain chronic intestinal diseases inhibit the absorption of nutrients from food. These conditions include Crohn's disease and colitis.
Biotinidase deficiency
Biotinidase deficiency is an inherited disorder quite rare. People with this disorder cannot use biotin.
Health benefits of biotin
Like other B vitamins, biotin helps the body use the enzymes and transport nutrients to the body. In addition, it participates in the growth of cells, the production of fatty acids, in the metabolism of carbohydrates and proteins.
Healthy hair
Biotin supports hair health. Research shows that biotin improves the appearance of hair, including shine, volume and scalp coverage in women with thinning hair.
Shiny skin and nails
Research shows that biotin is an ingredient for skin hydration and texture while it can strengthen nails and accelerate their growth.
REGENE
Regene + contains biotin for healthy hair, nails, and skin and Centella Asiatica, vitamin C, zinc, copper, vitamin B6 and L-cysteine. Adequate biotin intake maintains healthy hair, nails and skin while moisturizing the skin. Its ability to activate new cells accelerates the growth of hair and nails.
It also helps to improve the texture of the hair and repairs brittle hair, giving rich volume and thicker hair. The nutritional balance between L-cysteine and vitamin B6 is beneficial for hair, nail and skin health.
Cysteine is present in the keratin of hair and nails and accelerates the proliferation of keratin-rich cells, thus contributing to the growth of hair and nails. Zinc and copper contribute to healthy skin and nails, the protection of cells from oxidative stress, and the normal synthesis of DNA.
The vitamins C and B6 included assist he normal formation of collagen for the normal function of the skin and the normal synthesis of cysteine. Take two capsules daily or according to the directions of your health care professional.
