Vitamin H

Vitamin H, also known as Biotin, is a water-soluble vitamin that is a part of the B-vitamin complex. It plays a crucial role in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the body.

Function

Vitamin H is essential for the body to convert food into energy. It is also important for the health of the skin, hair, eyes, liver, and nervous system.

Sources

Vitamin H is found in a variety of foods, including egg yolk, organ meats, yeast, nuts, soybeans, whole grains, bananas, mushrooms, and cauliflower.

Deficiency

A deficiency in Vitamin H can lead to a variety of health problems, including hair loss, dermatitis, neurological disorders, and growth retardation in children.

Overdose

While rare, an overdose of Vitamin H can lead to symptoms such as skin rash, high blood sugar levels, and nausea.

See Also

• Vitamin B
• Vitamin B complex
• Biotin deficiency
• Biotinidase deficiency

Vitamin H Resources
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