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wannaliveagain
on 11/23/08 9:29 am - glen aubrey, NY
RNY on 07/14/08 with
Topic: RE: Hair Loss????

What does biotin do?

Biotin, a water-soluble B vitamin, acts as a coenzyme during the metabolism of protein, fats, and carbohydrates.

Where is biotin found?

Good dietary sources of biotin include organ meats, oatmeal, egg yolk, soy, mushrooms, bananas, peanuts, and brewer’s yeast. Bacteria in the intestine produce significant amounts of biotin, which is probably available for absorption and use by the body.

Who is likely to be biotin deficient?

Certain rare inborn diseases can leave people with depletion of biotin due to the inability to metabolize the vitamin normally. A dietary deficiency of biotin, however, is quite uncommon, even in those consuming a diet low in this B vitamin. Nonetheless, if someone eats large quantities of raw egg whites, a biotin deficiency can develop, because a protein in the raw egg white inhibits the absorption of biotin. Cooked eggs do not present this problem. Long-term antibiotic use can interfere with biotin production in the intestine and increase the risk of deficiency symptoms, such as dermatitis, depression, hair loss, anemia, and nausea. Long-term use of anti-seizure medications may also lead to biotin deficiency. Alcoholics, people with inflammatory bowel disease, and those with diseases of the stomach have been reported to show evidence of poor biotin status; however, the usefulness of biotin supplements for these individuals remains unclear. In animals, biotin deficiency can cause birth defects.

How much biotin is usually taken?

The ideal intake of biotin is unknown; however, the amount of biotin found in most diets, combined with intestinal production, appears to be adequate for preventing deficiency symptoms. Researchers have estimated that 30 mcg per day appears to be an adequate intake for adults. Typically, consumption from a Western diet has been estimated to be 30–70 mcg per day. Larger amounts of biotin (8–16 mg per day) may be supportive for diabetics by lowering blood glucose levels and preventing diabetic neuropathy. Biotin in the amount of 2.5 mg per day strengthened the fingernails of two-thirds of the individuals with brittle nails, according to one clinical trial.

Are there any side effects or interactions?

Excess intake of biotin is excreted in the urine; no toxicity symptoms have been reported.

Biotin works with some other B vitamins, such as folic acid, pantothenic acid (also known as vitamin B5), and vitamin B12; however, no solid evidence indicates that people supplementing with biotin need to also take these other vitamins. Symptoms of pantothenic acid or zinc deficiency have been reported to be lessened with biotin, though people with these deficiencies should supplement with the nutrients they are deficient in. Researchers have speculated that biotin and alpha lipoic acid may compete with each other for absorption or uptake into cells; but little is known about the importance of these interactions in humans.

you can find it in a drug store its in a vit..also read this:

Will biotin make your hair grow faster?

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Kitrina
on 11/23/08 3:29 am - smalltown, KY
Topic: RE: Hair Loss????

Thats what mine is doing, hand fulls and when I get out of the shower I have to clean out the drainer screen but today there was less in there so maybe it is about to stop. I hope it stops soon for all of us.

Kitrina
on 11/23/08 3:26 am - smalltown, KY
Topic: RE: Hair Loss????
Where do you get Biotin?
Kitrina
on 11/23/08 3:25 am - smalltown, KY
Topic: RE: Hair Loss????

I am like you I would rather be skinny at least you can buy a wig to hide your head if it came down to it but you can't hide fat and unhealthy.

shannona613
on 11/22/08 7:08 am - TX
Topic: RE: Checking In with the 7/08rs
I had my surgery 7/25/08 and am down 81lbs (from my highest weight).  My weight loss has really slowed but the inches are coming off too. I'm still trying to figure out what to eat.  I'm not hungry ever but don't have a sensation of fullness either.  I have residual numbness over the center of my stomach.  The doctor said a nerve probably got cut and doesn't know if I'll get the feeling back or not.  I try to watch portion sizes since I don't have a full sensation.  It's nice to read what others are doing that had surgery around same time as me.  :-)

Shannon

bossman26
on 11/21/08 1:56 pm, edited 11/21/08 2:05 pm - houston, TX
Topic: RE: Hair Loss????
Hi,
I think this is a normal side effect. My wife is going through the same problem her hair is falling out in hand fulls even when she brushes it. I've been told it will stop eventually.












Post Op 430/ Current 280/ Goal 230
FlaDandi
on 11/21/08 10:54 am - Sarasota, FL
Topic: RE: Panniculectomys covered under Insurance/Medicare???????
I met someone on this site that had it done, I will be looking into it when I hit 18 months... (January)... here is a website she reffered me to: http://www.yourplasticsurgeryguide.com/tummy-tuck/panniculec tomy.htm

Here is her web blog about the topic
http://www.geocities.com/stephileeaz/Tummy_Tuck.html

good luck!
THENEWLAURA
on 11/21/08 5:43 am - Katy, TX
Topic: RE: Flu season!!
I need to do this too! Just to lazy..............
Laura

Surgery:275/Current:146/Goal:145
I love this quote from Woody Allen...........

 "I'm not afraid to die. I just don't want to be there when it happens".
THENEWLAURA
on 11/21/08 5:43 am - Katy, TX
Topic: RE: Hair Loss????

I have noticed more in my hairbrush lately but not too bad yet. I take Biotin everyday to replenish the hair loss and notice several new hair growth coming in.

Isn't it amazing what we will go thru to be thin? I would rather be bald too!!!

 




 

Laura

Surgery:275/Current:146/Goal:145
I love this quote from Woody Allen...........

 "I'm not afraid to die. I just don't want to be there when it happens".
sconsta902
on 11/21/08 5:01 am - Westerville, OH
Topic: RE: Hair Loss????
It appears to be starting to happen with me....I hear it doesn't last more than a month or 2.  So I just have to decide....skinny or bald?  I'll go with the temporary "baldness:
 




    
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