Biotin is a water-soluble vitamin that is required by our bodies due to its involvement in carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism. Biotin is a cofactor in a wide variety of enzymatic reactions. It also helps form and maintain chemical structures known as within the main protein found in hair and nails (keratin). Maintenance of these crosslinks helps to promote hair and nail strength. Biotin is a water-soluble B vitamin that functions as a coenzyme for carbon dioxide transfer and hence, is essential for fat and carbohydrate metabolism. Biotin is used in cell growth, the production of fatty acids, metabolism of fats, and amino acids.
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