Should I take biotin for my hair and nails?
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Have you noticed a lot of advertisements lately for supplements that will strengthen and lengthen your hair and nails? Is it true? Or just hype. A common ingredient in these is vitamin B7, or biotin. On this episode we talk about the role biotin plays in your hair and nail health so that you can make an informed decision about whether these supplements are right for you.
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1. Should I take biotin for my hair and nails? (00:00:00)
2. Episode Introduction & Question (00:01:00)
3. What is Biotin? (00:02:05)
4. How Much Do We Need? (00:03:00)
5. Food Sources (00:06:32)
6. Biotin Deficiency (00:07:55)
7. The Research (00:09:59)
8. Bottom Line (00:13:19)
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