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Vitamin B8-Boitin

Another member of the vitamin B complex group is Vitamin B8 or Biotin. This vitamin is easily destroyed by Water, alpha drugs, oestrogen and food processing techniques.

Functions in the Body:

Biotin is essential for maintaining a healthy immune system and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

It's other benefits are
  • Vital for growth and healthy hair.
  • Prevents premature greying and loss of hair.
  • Controls balanced distribution of colour pigment.
  • Normal maintenance of skin and nervous system.
Sources
ItemsMcg ItemsMcg ItemsMcg
Walnuts 40 Soya Bean, Flour 70 Mushrooms 15
Rice Bran 60 Peanuts Roasted 35 Soya Bean 60
Cauliflower 15 Rice Polishing 60 Almonds 20
Blackeye Peas 20 Rice Germ 40 Split Peas 20
Barley 30 Lentil 10 Oatmeal 25
Whole Meat 15 Brown Rice 10    

Values per 100g edible portions