vitamin H

noun

: biotin

Examples of vitamin H in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Biotin, also known as vitamin H, plays an important role in the health of our hair, skin, and nails. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 10 Aug. 2023 Originally called vitamin H, biotin has been recognized as a micronutrient since 1927. Sarah Garone, Health, 22 Dec. 2023 Biotin, a B vitamin also known as vitamin H, is known for its hair and nail growth benefits. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 10 Aug. 2023 Biotin, also known as vitamin H, is well-known for its ability to improve hair and nail health, while DHA is essential for brain function and development. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Aug. 2023 Biotin, also known as vitamin B7 or vitamin H, is a key nutrient that plays an important role in many different bodily functions. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Nov. 2022 Image courtesy Elm & Rye Biotin, or vitamin H, is taken to maintain the health of hair, skin and nails. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 Nov. 2022 Biotin is a common name for vitamin B7 or vitamin H and is required to produce the hair protein keratin. Sydney Poe, chicagotribune.com, 4 Mar. 2021

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Word History

Etymology

German Haut skin

First Known Use

circa 1935, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vitamin H was circa 1935

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“Vitamin H.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vitamin%20H. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

vitamin H

noun
: biotin

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