Vitamin B8, also known as biotin, plays a major role in the conversion of food into energy, in the synthesis of fatty acids, and contributes to normal energy metabolism. It is crucial for the health of the skin (infant eczema, allergies), hair (hair loss), nails (nail strengthening), and mucous membranes (maintenance of normal mucous membranes). Vitamin B8 enables the normal functioning of the nervous system and contributes to normal psychological functions.
Recommended Nutritional Intake (per day)
- Infants: 6 µg - Children: 12 to 35 µg -
- Adolescents: 45 to 50 µg - Adults: 50 µg -
- Breastfeeding Women: 55 µg.
Natural Sources of Vitamin B8
Vitamin B8 is present in all foods but specifically in brewer's yeast, mushrooms, chicken, eggs, and legumes.
Sources of vitamin B8 per 100 g: Mushrooms: 12 to 20 µg, Chicken: 10 µg, Egg: 12 to 15 µg, Beans, Dry peas: 10 to 18 µg, Avocado, oysters: 10 µg, Lamb, Pork: 3 to 6 µg, Breast milk: 5 to 6 µg.
Synergia Dietary Supplements Containing Vitamin B8
- D-Stress®: 450 µg (900%) in 6 tablets - D-Stress® Booster: 150 µg (300%) in 1 sachet - Glycontrol: 75 mg (150%) in 1 tablet - GLA: 25 mg (32.5%) in 1 capsule - Régéderm: 150 µg (300%) in 1 capsule - Sérénité Grossesse: 150 µg (300%) in 1 capsule - Visentiel: 160 mg (320%) in 1 tablet.
Increased Needs for Vitamin B8
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, alcoholism, hemodialysis, hair loss, fragile nails, atopic conditions.