Does Biotin Supplements Really Work?
Biotin is part of the Vitamin B complex group and must be obtained through the diet or absorption with the synthesising of bacteria in the large intestine. The main source is through the diet mainly pasture. High concentrations are found in alfalfa, but also in lesser amount in oats, barley soymeal and corn. Researchers found that in tests, improvements were observed in nail and skin conditions of humans that consumed higher amounts of biotin. This lead to the theory that if it works for humans it should work for horses. Unfortunately only a handful of studies have been performed in horses to determine the effect that biotin has. Current research of available literature has not produced any current studies. Last study was 1998 from the University of Edinburgh, which showed improvement in growth and hardness. Several other studies showed that no improvement was seen. Biotin is readily available but is expensive. It is easy to feed a horse but the possible effects will not be seen for so
