Beware: Biotin Supplements May Alter Your Thyroid Test

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By Dr. Mercola

By Dr. Mercola

Biotin (vitamin B7) — an essential water-soluble micronutrient — is a member of the B complex group of vitamins.1 Other names sometimes used for biotin include vitamin H, coenzyme R and d-biotin.2

Biotin plays a role in energy production, and since your body does not synthesize biotin, you must obtain it from your food. It’s commonly used to remediate neurological problems, hair loss (alopecia) and skin conditions (such as acne and eczema) associated with a lack of certain enzymes.

Adequate intake levels are set at 5 …read more

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