Biotin Flashcards
1
Q
is it a trace element, vitamin, or mineral? Biotin
A
B vitamin
2
Q
what are its two functions? Biotin
A
Carbohydrate, Fat and Protein Metabolism; CO2 carrier
3
Q
what are the three deficiency symptoms? Biotin
A
Alopecia, Inflammation of membrane covering eye, Nervous problems
4
Q
whats is alopecia? Biotin
A
the deficiency symptom that causes hair loss
5
Q
what food can cause a deficiency and why? Biotin
A
raw egg white b/c it contains protein avidin
6
Q
whats the RDI? Biotin
A
30 micro grams
7
Q
what are the food source? Biotin
A
milk products
