Reddi4change 27 Posted February 11, 2012 i was just given a tip that taking a Biotin supplement helps with maintining your hair and keeps nails from getting brittle, i took some chewable biotin today... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ereneeh 77 Posted February 11, 2012 This is true. I take a 5000 mcg capsule of Biotin every day. Bought it at Wal Mart. Was only about $5 for 120 capsules. I lost 60 lbs 10 years ago taking Phen/Topamax pills and my hair fell out then. Don't want it to happen again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reddi4change 27 Posted February 11, 2012 thanks so much, im gonna checkmit out in Walmart.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lbarksdale1 1 Posted February 11, 2012 Yeah, my surgeon said that if I do my 60-70 grams of Protein, I shouldn't have to worry about Hair loss, but since I'm already thinning I don't want to take the chance. The guy at GNC recommended these Be-Beautiful acai berry chews that have Biotin, Vitamin A & C, and collagen good for hair, Nails, and Skin. They are quite tasty. 1 yecats reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ms skinniness 3,003 Posted February 12, 2012 I take Biotin 10,000cg daily. I also take silica also. They are suppose to help with hair regrowth, nails and skin. My hair dresser told me my hair is growing back. But I'm still loosing hair. Oh well, I love my body and I love my sleeve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Khy 16 Posted February 12, 2012 Well I took my Biotin and got in my protein.... hair fell out any way. I am hoping it will grow back. :blush2: Khy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lyra 43 Posted February 12, 2012 So when ya'll say your hair fell out...are we talking massive chunks of hair appearing on my pillow or just a general thinning? This part makes me nervous as I was extremely ill about ten years ago and lost a lot of hair (which never came back). I would really prefer not being bald... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Liliana Arleen 173 Posted February 12, 2012 I been taking mine daily,so far so good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ereneeh 77 Posted February 12, 2012 Lyra, No, our hair doesn't come out in chunks, just thinning. When I lost my hair from other weight loss years ago, the most noticable thing was how thin my ponytail was. I have pretty thick hair and could really tell a difference when I put it in a ponytail. It grew back but so did the weight. Now after losing 62 lbs so far so good. I have lost a little bit, but not as bad as last time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reddi4change 27 Posted February 12, 2012 Yeah, my surgeon said that if I do my 60-70 grams of Protein, I shouldn't have to worry about hair loss, but since I'm already thinning I don't want to take the chance. The guy at GNC recommended these Be-Beautiful acai berry chews that have Biotin, Vitamin A & C, and collagen good for hair, Nails, and Skin. They are quite tasty. my surgeon told me the same thing...getting enough Protein will help, however i didnt ignore this tip from someone who said the loss of food eventually takes a toll on your body. 1 LilMissDiva Irene reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carbgrl 119 Posted February 12, 2012 What brand are the chewable Biotin? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted February 12, 2012 Biotin does not prevent hair loss, but is excellent with helping it to grow back. I've been taking it since 4 months post op which was right around the time it started falling out. While my hair did continue to fall out for many months, at least the regrowth was just as fast. My hair is once again thick and more healthy now than it has ever been. Not only that it works fantastic for healthy strong nails too. I have to clip my nails constantly, and I never get my nails done in a shop. I fear the spread of disease and germs there! Also, I would always get plenty of Protein in and it still did not prevent the Hair loss. I was always getting around 80-100g per day. Good luck! 1 jailynn reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted February 12, 2012 Well I took my Biotin and got in my Protein.... hair fell out any way. I am hoping it will grow back. :blush2: Khy Khy, I use GNC Brand Biotin 5,000 mcg dry capsules. I use to take every night before bed but I'm down to 4x per week. I've tried several other brands and the GNC brand has worked the best for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lbarksdale1 1 Posted February 12, 2012 What brand are the chewable Biotin? The Brand is Be-Beautiful Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreginMI 76 Posted February 12, 2012 Khy, I use GNC Brand Biotin 5,000 mcg dry capsules. I use to take every night before bed but I'm down to 4x per week. I've tried several other brands and the GNC brand has worked the best for me. :smile1: I took your advice a few months ago and bought the GNC Bioton 5,000 and have taken one every night religiously since then. I have to say my hair is growing back and I'm happy! So although your hair may fall out for awhile, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. And I'm 107 lbs down since last June and feeling great! Only 30 lbs more to go. 1 LilMissDiva Irene reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites