Body Essentials Silicea Colloidal, 30 Caps

Benefits

• Helps maintain healthy hair when dietary intake is inadequate
• Helps maintain healthy skin and nails when dietary intake is inadequate
• May help support normal energy-releasing metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and protein
• Helps relieve the effects of a dietary biotin shortfall
• May help support the normal function of the nervous system
• Helps maintain normal mucous membranes

What people commonly use it for

• Thinning or brittle hair (Some clinical studies suggest benefit mainly where intake is low)
• Brittle, splitting nails (Some small clinical studies suggest nail thickness may improve)
• Dull or dry-looking skin (Early research only)
• Tiredness and low energy (Good evidence that biotin is needed for energy metabolism, but extra is unlikely to help if you are replete)
• Hair shedding after a dietary change (Traditional use; evidence is limited)

Suggested to use alongside

• Silica: Mineral commonly taken for hair and nails
• Collagen: Supports skin, hair and nails
• Zinc: Essential mineral for hair and skin

Biotin acts as a coenzyme for five carboxylase enzymes. These enzymes help your body build and break down fatty acids, glucose and some amino acids. In plain terms, biotin helps your cells handle the fuel you eat.

Keratin, the protein that makes up hair and nails, is built from amino acids, and biotin-dependent enzymes take part in the pathways that supply them. That is the logical link between biotin and hair and nail health. Most people get enough from a varied diet, so true deficiency is uncommon. Signs of a shortfall can include thinning hair, a scaly rash around the face and brittle nails (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements).

Some things raise the odds of a low intake:

• Regularly eating many raw egg whites, which contain avidin, a protein that binds biotin
• Long-term use of some anticonvulsant medicines
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding, when needs rise

Biotin is absorbed in the small intestine and any excess is passed in urine. Gut bacteria also make some biotin, although how much your body uses is still being studied. Supplement doses are often far higher than food provides. Studies of hair and nails are generally small, so results vary from person to person. Hair grows slowly, so any change usually takes around three months to notice.

Importantly, high-dose biotin can interfere with some laboratory blood tests, a point covered in the safety note below.

• Pack size: 30 Caps
• Form: Capsules

silicea ULTRA One a Day soft capsules are the latest new innovation from Huebner Germany. silicea ultra made in germanyThe soft gel inside each capsule is Bioavailable, allowing it to be processed and absorbed quickly, as well as being easy to swallow. With your recommended daily intake(*) requirements of Biotin, Manganese, Zinc and Selenium, as well as silica in a single One a Day capsule. Preservative Free. GM Free. Made in Germany using the finest premium quality ingredients

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. This information is general in nature and not medical advice. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Supplier ref: Body Essentials Silicea Ultra 30 Capsules Colloidal Mineral Hair Skin Nails

What is biotin good for?

Biotin helps your body turn food into energy and supports the normal function of skin, hair and nails. It is most useful when your diet falls short.

How long does biotin take to work for hair?

Hair grows about a centimetre a month, so most people allow at least three months. Results vary and are more likely when intake was low to begin with.

Is biotin the same as vitamin B7?

Yes. Biotin, vitamin B7 and vitamin H are names for the same nutrient.

When is the best time to take biotin?

Any time that suits you. Taking it with a meal can be gentler on the stomach, and consistency matters more than timing.

Can I get enough biotin from food?

Most people can. Eggs (cooked), nuts, seeds, salmon, sweet potato and legumes all contain biotin.

Can I take biotin with other supplements?

Biotin is commonly combined with zinc, vitamin C and other B vitamins. If you take medicines regularly, check with your pharmacist first.

High-dose biotin can interfere with some pathology blood tests, including some heart and hormone tests, and may give misleading results. Tell your doctor and pathology provider that you take it, and ask whether to pause beforehand. Speak with your health professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medicines.

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