What is Biotin?
Biotin (otherwise known as vitamin H) was first identified in 1936 when it was discovered as a cure for 'egg white injury' , a disease caused by the over consumption of egg whites! (A protein in egg whites binds Biotin and disrupts its use in the body).

Biotin is another essential nutrient which is widely available in virtually all animal and plant cells. The human body manufactures large quantities of Biotin in the intestines. occurs in all living cells, both plant and animals. It is also produced in the intestinal tract by bacteria.

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Function

Signs of deficiency

Best sources

Notes
Deficiencies are only likely in people who consume copious amounts of egg whites.

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