biotin
- December 18, 2020
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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What is biotin?
Biotin is a water-soluble vitamin. It is part of the family of vitamin B. It is also known as Vitamin H. The body requires biotin to convert certain nutrients or nutrients into energy. It also helps in keeping hair, skin and nails healthy.
If there is a deficiency of biotin in the body, there may be a problem of hair loss or skin rash. Its deficiency can also cause problems like weakness in the nails. However, cases of its deficiency are rare.
- In most cases, biotin from food helps in human work. But if one is not getting enough biotin, he may be prone to hair loss, skin rash and rash, dandruff or dandruff.
- However, many people these days also start taking biotin supplements to get extra benefits or to overcome the problem of hair loss. It has both advantages and disadvantages.
That is why in this article, I will tell you what biotin is and how it helps to overcome the problem of hair loss.
- Keratin is a basic protein that produces hair, skin, and nails. It is clear that biotin improves the infrastructure of keratin in the body. But as of now researchers are not unanimous, what is the role of biotin in hair and skin care?
There has also been little research on the role of biotin in hair growth. To date, there is little evidence to confirm that excessive intake of biotin helps increase hair growth. In this regard, I have studied two recent authentic reports on biotin.
- The first study was done in the year 2012. Women who were troubled by thin hair and hair fall were chosen as the subject. These women were given oral Marine Protein Supplement or MPS twice a day for 90 days. There was a lot of biotin in this supplement.
- At the beginning of the study, a digital image of the women’s scalp and affected organs was also taken. In addition, the number of ruptured hairs was also counted after everytime woman’s hair was thoroughly washed.
- After a 90-day experiment, researchers found that all women who had consumed plenty of biotin began to grow in their hair. In addition, there is a decrease in the area of the head that was causing hair loss. Hair is healthier than before and hair loss problem is much less than before.
- The second study was done in the year 2015. This study was also done by the first study researchers. It was found that the full benefit of the subject involved in the experiment was achieved by consuming biotin continuously for 90 to 180 days.
How much should be consumed daily?
There are very few cases of biotin deficiency in the body. But there are still many problems that can result from biotin deficiency. In such a situation, dermatologists keep many things in mind to consume it. These things also include the age, sex and health of the patient.
Experts however recommend that in this case, a healthy person of 10 years or above can consume 30 to 100 Mcg biotin daily. But biotin should never be taken without doctor’s advice.
Although more research is needed to know about the benefits of using biotin on hair growth, but there are also many benefits of biotin intake that have been proved in all research. like,
Boosts metabolism
Biotin comes from the family of vitamin B. It is one of several types of vitamin B. It helps in keeping the metabolism of human healthy. Biotin converts glucose present in carbohydrates into energy. Apart from this, it also helps in increasing the amount of amino acids. This helps in maintaining the normal functioning of the body.
In addition, by the use of biotin,
- There is a decrease in irritation.
- Improve cognitive function
- Keeps blood sugar of diabetes patients low
- Good fat i.e. HDL increases cholesterol.
- Bad fat (LDL) reduces cholesterol.
Risks and Warnings
Including biotin-rich foods in your diet does not pose any risk. But whenever you include a new supplement in your routine, it is very important to consult a doctor first.
Biotin does not make any specific reaction with any other element. But the doctor can confirm whether or not any other drug is reacted with this supplement. Apart from this, the doctor can give more accurate information about the dosage and potency of the drug as well as the damage.
Although biotin is a water soluble vitamin. Therefore, excess amount of biotin present in the body is removed from the body through urine or urine. This is much less likely to cause any adverse effects of overdose on the body.
But if you notice any undesirable effects on the body after taking biotin, such as skin rashes, then a doctor should be contacted immediately.
High intake of biotin in the body,
- Decreased vitamin C level
- Decreased vitamin B6 level
- Increased blood sugar intake
- Decreased insulin production
In what time do the results appear?
- Most people do not see its benefits in the first and second months after the intake of biotin. It should be consumed for a few months for better results. It is very important to follow this rule.
- If you are thinking of increasing your biotin intake through food, then you will have to consume biotin rich food daily for several consecutive months. But if you want to improve the level of biotin through supplements, then you should consult a doctor.
- According to limited research results, it has been found in the study of 2012 and 2015 that results start appearing after 90 days of intake. These symptoms include hair growth and glow in the skin. It can be understood that the longer it is consumed, the better the results will start getting.
- If you have problems with hair thinning or hair loss, biotin can help in healthy hair growth. In many research, it has been found that excessive intake of biotin increases the quality, denseness and shine of the hair.
- You can also consume biotin through your diet. So, if there are problems, first of all contact the doctor. They may advise you to make the necessary changes in catering or to take biotin supplements.
- But if there is any unnecessary change or problem in the body due to the use of biotin, then stop the drug and contact the doctor immediately.
Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.