Biotin (Vitamin B7)
Biotin, also known as Vitamin B7, has been shown to improve the health of hair, skin, and nails. Make sure to get enough of this essential nutrient in your diet!
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What is Biotin?
Biotin (Vitamin B7) is a member of the B-complex vitamin family, which comprises of 8 essential vitamins and is often referred to as the ‘Vitamin of beauty’. It is a water soluble vitamin which plays a crucial role in a number of bodily functions:
- Healthier red blood cell production with benefits for the heart and immune system
- Beneficial for growth and maintenance of muscle tissues and alleviating muscle and joint inflammation, aches and pains
- Influences the production of amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, impacting collagen synthesis which is required for the health and strength of skin, hairand nails
- Hair itself consists of keratin, which is a form of protein. Biotin is essential in improving your body’s keratin infrastructure leading to increased elasticity and minimal breakage of hair
- Required to covert the glucose from carbohydrates into energy for the body
- Helps the body regulate blood glucose levels
- Aids in weight loss and stimulating metabolism of fats, proteins and carbohydrates
- Prevents age related cognitive declineby assisting with neurotransmitter activity and helping with nerve signals
- Maintains healthy mental health, memory and alleviates mild depression
Where is it found?
Food sources with most significant amount of biotin include:-
- Meat e.g red meat, pork & turkey
- Egg yolk
- Nuts e.g. almonds, peanuts, walnuts, hazelnuts
- Soybeans and other legumes
- Whole wheat bread
- Dairy products e.g milk, yoghurt, cheese
- Fruit e.g. bananas, avocado, berries
- Vegetables e.g. cauliflower, cabbage, cucumber, mushrooms
- Sunflower seeds
Biotin Injection to Boost Energy, Vitality and Wellbeing
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Benefits of a Biotin Shot
Biotin can provide a multitude of health advantages, which in turn promotes a positive impact on vitality and wellbeing.
Treatment Frequency
Following a comprehensive consultation with the Practitioner, the injection regime will be tailored according to the individual’s clinical needs and lifestyle.
Administration Site
Biotin is a single injection that will be administered into the upper part of the arm (deltoid muscle).
Blood Test Requirement
Blood test is not required before having this Biotin shot. As Biotin is a water-soluble vitamin, the body will simply excrete any excess amount out in the urine.
Biotin can affect Thyroid tests so please inform your GP prior to having any blood tests.
Not Suitable for
- Under 18 years of age
- During pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding
- Patients with a known sensitivity to Biotin
- Patients due for a blood test as Biotin can affect Thyroid and Hormone readings
Disclaimer
This service will not diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. We strongly advise you to seek medical advice should you be concerned about any related health matters.
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