| Generic Name: Biotin |
| Chemical Name : Vitamin H |
| Food Sources :
Brewer's yeast, soybeans, brown rice |
| Functions :
Essential for metabolism of fat & protein.
Synthesis of ascorbic acid.
Maintain healthy skin.
Promotes healthy hair.
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Deficiency Symptoms :
Mental fatigue
Exhaustion
Loss of appetite
Unhealthy |
Additional Information :
Raw egg white prevents absorption of biotin by the body. Biotin destroyers : alcohol, caffeine |
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| Generic Name : Calcium |
| Food Sources :Milk, cheese, yoghurt, sardines, leafy green vegetables |
Functions :
Maintain strong bones & healthy teeth.
Regular heart beat.
Essential for proper functioning of nervous system.
Metabolism of iron. |
Deficiency Symptoms :
Rickets
Stunted growth
Tooth decay
Brittle bones
Heart palpitation
Neurological disorders
Menstrual cramp |
Additional Information :
Vitamin D helps absorption of calcium.
Calcium works best with Vitamins A, C, D, iron, magnesium & phosphorous
(however, too much phosphorous can deplete calcium).
Calcium helps to relief "growing pains" in teenagers
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