Your brain and nervous system rely on B vitamins. But your body can’t store them, so you have to get them from food. Find out how to work more B into your diet.
Tag: B vitamins
Is Biotin as Good as Advertised for Your Hair Loss?
You see this B vitamin touted as a remedy for skin, hair and nail problems. But how well does biotin really work? We asked a dermatologist to weigh in.
FDA Safety Alert: Biotin Can Affect Medical Test Results
The FDA has issued an alert on biotin, a supplement often prescribed for healthy hair, skin and nails. Find out if high levels of biotin could be throwing off your lab test results.
The Best Sources of Vitamin B12
If you want to increase your intake of vitamin B12, put down the pills!
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Long-term Antacid Use Linked to B12 Deficiency
Antacids like Prilosec®, Nexium® and Pepcid® are made to relieve your heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and gastric ulcers. But a new study is linking the long-term use of these antacids to deficiencies in vitamin B12. The medications are typically prescribed for short-term use, up to eight weeks, but some people take them for years … Read More
