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biotin

 

[ หˆbaษช.ษ™.tษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

nutritional supplement

Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is a water-soluble B-vitamin that plays a crucial role in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. It is essential for the health of skin, hair, and nails, and is often included in dietary supplements aimed at improving these aspects. Biotin supports the function of enzymes that help convert food into energy and is important for maintaining healthy cell functioning. A deficiency in biotin can lead to various health issues, including hair loss and skin rash.

Synonyms

H, biotinyl, coenzyme R, d-duct, vitamin B7

Examples of usage

  • I take biotin daily for hair growth.
  • Biotin is essential for energy metabolism.
  • She started using a biotin supplement for her nails.
  • Many beauty products now contain biotin.
  • A diet rich in biotin can improve skin health.

Translations

Translations of the word "biotin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น biotina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคพเคฏเฅ‹เคŸเคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Biotin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ biotin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั–ะพั‚ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ biotyna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ“ใ‚ชใƒใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท biotine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ biotina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท biotin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„์˜คํ‹ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠูˆุชูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ biotin

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ biotรญn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”Ÿ็‰ฉ็ด 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ biotin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bรญotรญn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะธะพั‚ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒแƒขแƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ biotin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ biotina

Word origin

The term 'biotin' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the Greek word 'bios' meaning 'life', combined with the suffix '-tin' used in many vitamins. The discovery of biotin can be traced back to 1916 when it was isolated from yeast by the German chemist, Paul Karrer, although its role as a vitamin was established later. Initially, it was isolated from the food sources that contain it, such as liver and eggs. As research advanced, the significance of biotin in human nutrition came to light, and it was identified as a vital nutrient for maintaining healthy metabolic function. The biochemical role of biotin was elucidated during the 1940s when scientists discovered that it is a coenzyme involved in fatty acid synthesis and gluconeogenesis. Today, biotin is recognized not just as a vitamin but also as a popular ingredient in beauty and health supplements.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,204, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.