vitamin b7 or biotin
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Vitamin B7-Biotin
• Water soluble
• A sulphur containing B-complex vitamin
• Strengthen immunity
History
Work Scientists Years
Called anti egg, white injury factor
M.A. Boas 1927
Named it biotin Fritz kogal 1935
Eluciated the structure of bioyin
Du vineaud his associates
1942
Properties
• Biotin crystallizes as long needles
• Biotin freely soluble in hot water
• It has melting point of 2300 c
Structure
Rich dietary Sources Barley 60 mcg
Soya beans 60 mcg
Cauliflower 15 mcg
Peanuts 35 mcg
Beef liver 100 mcg
Deficiency symptoms
• Muscular weakness• Lassitude• Lack of appetite• Skin disorders• Heart abnormalities• Lung infections• Anaemia• Extreme fatigue• Confusion • Mental depression• Drowsiness
• Biotin is vital for healthy immune system
• It is involved in the metabolism
• It is essential for the growth and health of hair
• It controls proper distribution of colour pigment
• It helps to maintain nervous system in a sound condition
Functions of Biotin(Metabolic and biochemical function)
• Treatment with 20 mcg of biotin taken daily for 10 days intramuscularly can heal skin lesions
Healing and therapeutic properties
RDA
• A daily intake of about 100-300 mg is recommended for adults
Precautions
• Heavy dose of vitamin B7 should not be taken unless the individual has found to have a deficiency
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