Biotin, also called vitamin H, is a vitamin that is part of the complex B group of vitamins. All B vitamins are water-soluble, which means they are not stored in the body, making them a beneficial vitamin, according to MedlineP. Taking a biotin vitamin has many advantages such as treating illnesses and promoting overall health.
Problems with Hair and Nails
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, preliminary evidence suggests that biotin supplements can help treat hair and nails that are dry, thin, splitting or brittle. Biotin can help to treat hair that is weak by making it stronger and healthy. When biotin is combined with a form of zinc and topical clobetasol propionate, it can help to treat a hair disorder known as alopecia in both children and adults. A low amount of biotin in your body can result in hair loss.
Deficiencies
Biotin can help treat a deficiency called biotinidase. Although this is a rare condition, it can be associated with other illnesses such as skin disorders, development delay, visual problems and seizures. It is suggested that biotin supplements can help to reduce and improve the symptoms of this disorder. Biotin may also help infants with a condition called cradle cap, where babies who do not consume enough nutrients can experience a scaly scalp condition.
Medical Conditions
The University of Maryland Medical Center says that preliminary research suggests that a combination of both chromium and biotin can help to increase the amount of blood flow with people who have type-2 diabetes. However, biotin used alone does not that have the same benefit.
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