Question: Which vitamin is biotin?
ANS:
- Biotin, also known as vitamin B7 or vitamin H.
- It is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a vital role in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
- It is a coenzyme involved in various metabolic reactions.
- Biotin is also essential for the health of the skin, hair, and nails.
- Some gut bacteria can produce biotin, but the contribution from this source to the body’s biotin needs is relatively small.
| Biotin | RDA (Adults) | Function | Food Sources |
| Biotin (Vitamin B7) | 30 mcg | · Essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and
· proteins, converting them into energy |
· Organ meats (liver, kidney) · eggs |
| · almonds
· peanuts · sunflower seeds |
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| · Supports healthy skin
· hair · nails |
· beans
· lentils · whole grains |
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| · Important for the synthesis of fatty acids and cell growth | · Milk
· cheese |
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| · Plays a role in maintaining healthy nervous system function | · Salmon
· tuna · shellfish |
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| · sweet potatoes
· spinach · broccoli |