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Role in food
Manufacturers add biotin to foods as a nutrient to fortify products and support overall …
What it is
Vitamin H is another name for biotin, a B vitamin. It is found naturally in some foods like eggs, nuts, and whole grains. It can also be produced by bacteria in the gut and is sometimes made synthetically for supplements and food fortification.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add biotin to foods as a nutrient to fortify products and support overall health. It is often found in breakfast cereals, dairy products, and beverages.
Health notes
Biotin is recognized as safe and effective by the FDA when used as a nutrient. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine have established a recommended daily intake for biotin. JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated biotin. While biotin is essential for health, research has not shown that consuming it in typical food amounts causes adverse effects.
Allergen info
Biotin is not one of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.