Vitamin B7 is also known as biotin and its name comes from the Latin word 'bium' which means 'life.' B7 is a water-soluble vitamin, which means our body needs water to function properly. Vitamin B7 works with other vitamins and minerals to keep our body healthy. People who have poor diets tend to have lower levels of Vitamin B7 in their blood. Some vitamin additives such as soy lecithin contain biotin, but they are not considered a supplement because they are added to food.
Vitamin B7
Vitamin B7 (also known as biotin or B7) is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for human health. B7 helps the body function and produces proteins, enzymes and hormones. However, many people don't get enough of this vitamin from food. Therefore, supplements are also necessary for good health.
Health Benefits of Vitamin B7
- Necessary for pregnancy and lactation
- Energy production in the body
- Promote healthy skin, hair and nails
- Lowering the blood sugar level for diabetics
Food sources of Vitamin B7
- liver
- yeast
- yolk
- the cheese
- legumes
- green leafy vegetables
- mushroom
- nuts
Symptoms of Vitamin B7 deficiency
- Anorexia
- Twitching of the muscles
- Depression
- hallucinations
- loss of hair
- conjunctivitis
- a skin rash
- skin that is dry