Question:
What is the recommended mg of biotin?
I having surgery in 3/30. Im trying to take supplements now to get a headstart. I hear biotin helps with potential hair loss. Can anyone tell me what amount of daily mg's I should take. Also, any other tips about vitamins and supplements before surgery? — T. Preston (posted on February 16, 2010)
February 16, 2010
I take SOLARAY Biotin (5000 mcg) Tangy Fruit Flavor Lozenges. A 60 day
supply is $9.95 through AllStarHealth.com. I also use a Biotin shampoo and
a Biotin conditioner. I'm 3 months post-op and haven't had any hairloss
thus far, but I guess now is about the time it usually starts if I'm going
to have that temporary problem. Congrats on your upcoming surgery! I'm so
grateful to have had mine!
— Janell C.
February 16, 2010
I had hairloss, but I made sure I got my 60 grams of protein and 64oz of
water daily. The loss wasn't bad but there was hair loss. I too take
biotin daily.
Also, make sure you take Vit C with your iron at night, two hours after you
take your calicum citrate.
Good luck
— FSUMom
February 16, 2010
I'm surprised as a nurse you don't already know or realize you can ask your
nutritionist this question. I began taking a 5,000 pill a few months
before my rny. The pills were large so after surgery I started taking 5
1,000 pills because the pills are smaller. I take 2 in the morning, one at
noon, and two in the evening. I still had some hair loss however I have
noticed my hair and nails are stronger and in better condition. Good luck
on your journey!
— Caribou ME
February 16, 2010
As a nurse, I know a lot of things and Ive done plenty of research but it
has nothing to do with asking what others are doing. When Im here, Im a
new WLS patient seeking information. What I have learned about WLS is that
there is more than one way to skin a cat. Take protein for instance. Some
say 60-80mg, some people's daily protein intake is as much as 100mg. Im
open to any tips(key word) that may help my journey. When all is said and
done, it will be done with the collaboration of me, my Dr and my Nut.
Thanks to all for your advice it greatly appreciated.
— T. Preston
February 17, 2010
I just wanted to point out that this is a support system not a place to
criticize. I as well have done lots of research, have several friends that
have had RNY, but I still like looking and posting on this support system.
I guess some people should not say(post) anything if they can't say(post)
something nice to others....I think every question posted here is vaulable
to someone. Thanks Alice
— Alice B.
February 17, 2010
I take 5,000 mcg (5 mg) morning and night. I also use Nioxin products for
"fine and visibly thinning hair". I had some significant (at
least to ME) hairloss about 4-7 months after surgery (judging from the
amount of hair I cleaned out of the tub drain after a shower)...but
recently that amount is almost negligible. And, my hairdresser says that
she sees a lot of new growth and/or regrowth. So, I'd say that making sure
you get plenty of protein - Susan Maria from the BariatricEating website
says you should shoot for at least 100 grams, and if you can get in more,
even up to 125 or so is good... then you shouldn't have much if any problem
with hair loss.
— Erica Alikchihoo
February 17, 2010
Thanks for your post Alice. Even when IM doing patient care, I always feel
like I can learn something from my patients as well. I love and appreciate
this site and all of the valuable information I receive.
— T. Preston
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