biotin deficiency
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Nutrition Basics: The Micronutrient Biotin
Biotin is an important micronutrient in the body. It is also known as Vitamin B7, Vitamin H or Coenzyme R. In low concentrations, Biotin is absorbed through facilitated transport. In high concentrations, it is absorbed through passive diffusion in the small intestines (the upper part). Biotin is a relatively stable micronutrient, as it does not…