Vitamin H is actually just another name for vitamin B7, which is also sometimes referred to as biotin. This vitamin is particularly responsible for beautiful skin, strong nails and healthy hair. This is because vitamin H is involved in countless metabolic and cell division processes in the human organism. People who place great value on healthy-looking hair, skin and nails in particular rely on vitamin H. But people who are currently dieting or under a lot of stress or who consume a lot of nicotine should also make sure they get enough vitamin H. Athletes, the elderly and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding also have an increased need for vitamin H. This need can be met particularly well with foods of animal origin.
For example, lean meat, liver, and kidneys are particularly rich in vitamin H. Plant-based foods such as nuts, spinach, and lentils also contain biotin. A vitamin H deficiency manifests itself in a variety of ways. For example, nails can become brittle, hair can become dull and limp, and skin can be prone to irritation. Taking vitamin H can support regeneration. Taking a high dose of biotin over a period of six months has proven effective.
Vitamin H and the skin
The skin is the largest organ in the human body and should be cared for not only for aesthetic reasons, but also because it acts as a protective barrier against harmful external influences. And it's important to remember that the skin also reflects the overall condition of the body. Many skin diseases are caused by a vitamin H deficiency. Therefore, it is advisable to support the skin's natural functions from the outset by taking vitamin H. Human skin cells naturally have renewal processes that can be supported by taking vitamin H. This way, all the necessary processes for skin regeneration are initiated automatically. In addition to building up the skin, vitamin H can be used to treat the following skin conditions:
Allergic skin reactions
Chronic eczema
Wound healing disorders and
psoriasis
However, it is important to clarify with your dermatologist on a case-by-case basis whether and in what dosage vitamin H should be taken.
