Biotin is classified as a B vitamin, and is necessary for your body to create fatty acids and glucose, which are used as fuel. It's recommended that adults consume 30 to100 micrograms per day. Capsules that are sold in higher doses, such as 750 mcg, state that they provide the maximum benefits of biotin. This statement, however, has not been FDA approved, and there is no proof that these claims are true. It's, generally, assumed that since Biotin is water soluable, if taken in excess the body will eliminate any unneeded amounts, rendering doses higher than the recommended daily intake useless.
Healthy Hair
Biotin is an essential component for new hair growth, and to the overall strength and health of your hair. It's recommended that people seeking a solution to hair loss and hair damage should consume 5 mg of biotin per day. This can be done by supplementation or a diet high in liver and egg yolks.
Healthy Skin
The production of fat is critical for your skin, since cells die and have to be replaced very quickly. Fat production is, also, important because your skin acts as a shield from damaging environmental factors, so the healing process must be rapid. When fat production is halted or altered, skin cells are the first cells to begin developing symptoms.
Insulin Sensitivity
Although, not proven, it's been theorized that biotin might help insulin sensitivity. This is due in part to biotin signalling the formation of glucokinase, which leads to increased glucose absorption, according to Iron Magazine. Further research is needed to verify biotin's effects on insulin sensitivity, however, many researchers stand behind the evidence that is available.
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