Vitamin B7 or biotin also known as vitamin H. Biotin acts as coenzymes during the metabolism of protein, carbohydrates and fatty acids synthesis. It performs important functions in the gluconeogenesis processes and in ensuring the proper growth.
Eating raw egg whites over a long period – months or years can cause biotin deficiency. Raw egg white contains the substance, avidin, which ties up biotin. Deficiencies of biotin cause scaling skin, skin lesion and a deterioration of nerve fibers.
This nutrient is somewhat unique among the water-soluble vitamin because human obtain it from both diet and via biotin-producing bacteria in human large intestine.
Liver is an excellent source of biotin, and peanut, peas, beans, and whole cooked eggs are good sources. Other good sources of biotin include cauliflower and cheese.
Most fruits and meats rank as poor sources.
Vitamin B of biotin
