Does anyone use Biotin to help you lose weight?

txcraftr
txcraftr Posts: 133 Member
edited November 12 in Food and Nutrition
I just started to use it and I think it is helping. I seem to have more energy and my blood sugar is more even than it had been. From what I have read there are no toxic sde effects even at high doses and it helps you lose weight and good for diabetics.

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  • Kaylaj21
    Kaylaj21 Posts: 12 Member
    I had weight loss surgery and i used it to help with hair loss and nail problems...
  • ladylu11
    ladylu11 Posts: 631 Member
    I use it for my hair
  • karinaes
    karinaes Posts: 570 Member
    i have NEVER heard Biotin could do that! :ohwell:
    i know it is great for hair and nail growth & strength, however.
  • Contrarian
    Contrarian Posts: 8,138 Member
    I enjoy losing weight by eating at a modest calorie deficit and having an active lifestyle.
  • missbethea
    missbethea Posts: 280 Member
    I've been taking it for my hair. I've noticed it's growing faster and my nails are stronger. That's all I know of that it is useful for.
  • karinaes
    karinaes Posts: 570 Member
    I enjoy losing weight by eating at a modest calorie deficit and having an active lifestyle.
    ^this.
  • TheCats_Meow
    TheCats_Meow Posts: 438 Member
    Agreed with most of the others.

    Nothing in the weight loss area, but my hair & nails grow at a crazy speed now!
  • downsizinghoss
    downsizinghoss Posts: 1,035 Member
    I enjoy losing weight by eating at a modest calorie deficit and having an active lifestyle.

    crazy talk!
  • jenrod1118
    jenrod1118 Posts: 150 Member
    I used to take it for my hair but now i take an all natural Greens supplement with vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, and enzymes.
  • stablesong
    stablesong Posts: 224
    I take it when I remember for my hair and nails. I've never heard of it having weight loss benefits though.
  • JSMSDSAS05
    JSMSDSAS05 Posts: 136 Member
    what is this biotin? is it pills? i'd like to use it for stronger nails!
  • jedavis824
    jedavis824 Posts: 22
    All B vitamins are going to be good for energy, but B12 is the best for that
  • pinkita
    pinkita Posts: 779 Member
    I've been taking it for 2 months and it hasn't done anything for weight loss. That's not what I bought it for though. I got it to help with hair and nails, but it hasn't done anything for that either! Actually my nails seem weaker!
  • singledj
    singledj Posts: 147 Member
    I take it for my hair.....haven't noticed any benefit for weight loss.
  • nisemac
    nisemac Posts: 25 Member
    http://www.wellsphere.com/complementary-alternative-medicine-article/biotin-and-diabetes/416423

    http://diabetes.webmd.com/news/20011015/can-mix-of-chromium-biotin-help-diabetics-control-blood-sugar

    http://www.livestrong.com/article/241430-the-benefits-of-biotin-vitamins/

    these were interesting.
  • RachelsReboot
    RachelsReboot Posts: 569 Member
    Don't know if it helps with weight loss but I take it for hair and nails also
  • phillieschic
    phillieschic Posts: 615
    I used it for awhile for healthy hair, skin and nails. I never heard anything about weight loss benefits. I am a vitamin supplement junkie. LOL. Swanson Vitamins loves ME! :)
  • Leslie85
    Leslie85 Posts: 265 Member
    Biotin does help the body burn fat and create energy, but there have been no studies that link it to weight loss. But, that being said, it may help provide you with a little extra energy for working out! And of course, it is good for your skin, hair, and nails!

    I've just started trying to take one everyday because I really damaged my hair last year with a color treatment I used, so I want it to grow faster to get the damaged part out!
  • krisrpaz
    krisrpaz Posts: 263 Member
    I take it for my hair since I have PCOS, lost a ton of weight and it started falling out. Hair is growing back nicely, nails have to be cut weekly but haven't noticed much difference with regards to weight loss/energy while taking them.
  • jennpaulson
    jennpaulson Posts: 850 Member
    I use it for my hair because my Topamax has a side effect of hair loss so I'm trying to stop that before it starts since I already have thin hair.
  • HappyElizabeth
    HappyElizabeth Posts: 231 Member
    I have taken biotin every day for over 10 years. As a result, my hair and nails are pretty amazing. The weight loss part, not so much. lol!
  • quentinalexandergeizler
    quentinalexandergeizler Posts: 1
    My mom started to use hercules biotin last year and results was pretty amazing. Her hair started to grow after 3 months of taking it. Also her blood sugar level has been normalized but of course, everyone must consult their physician before taking any dietary supplement or drugs to avoid any complications. It also has an effect on her body figure but it depends on how everyone manage their diets. We must not depend on dietary supplement alone, b'coz it comes with your responsibility on controlling/managing your daily food intake.
  • sonia9juan
    sonia9juan Posts: 1
    Biotin is good stuff It primarily helps the body to metabolize and use the food you eat. I have lost weight and inches off my body without exercise or dieting. I get tons of energy when I take it in the morning. I take 2 tablets of 10,000 mcg each in the morning, I can't take them at night cause I can't sleep if I do.
  • ashily_kirsten
    ashily_kirsten Posts: 3
    i have NEVER heard Biotin could do that! :ohwell:
    i know it is great for hair and nail growth & strength, however.

    Biotin helps regulate the blood sugar level and boosts our body metabolism helping our body burn more fats for energy conversion.
  • BenjaminMFP88
    BenjaminMFP88 Posts: 660 Member
    I just started to use it and I think it is helping. I seem to have more energy and my blood sugar is more even than it had been. From what I have read there are no toxic sde effects even at high doses and it helps you lose weight and good for diabetics.

    Biotin aids in the metabolism of macro nutrients. It takes the body about 30mcg to do this. While excess Biotin may help the body do this more efficiently, the overall effects it would have on your metabolism would be insignificant at best. The vast majority of Biotin is utilized for other functions resulting hair and nail growth and strengthening, blood sugar control and it has been linked to aid in depression.
  • Jenn_N_SC
    Jenn_N_SC Posts: 15 Member
    bump
  • TommyBear2
    TommyBear2 Posts: 1
    I started taking I paill daily of 10,000 of Biotin Puritan's Pride Mega and Mega Red Extra Strength 500 Krill Fish Oil
    Its been about 2 weeks and I already can say I can see a difference with my hair but I will know better after 4-8 weeks. Biotin and Red Krill should also hep lose weight as they are fat metabolizers
    I also try to drink Bragg's Raw Apple Cider daily whic his hard as it is nasty.....lol
    But read up on that, it does wonders for many things.
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