Anjali Desai Anjali Desai Asked 4 months ago

Can biotin cause cancer cells to grow?

I started taking biotin supplements for my hair and nails, but I'm a bit concerned about other health effects. Is there any truth to the rumor that biotin might accelerate the growth of cancer cells?

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Nisha Shrivastav Nisha Shrivastav Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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Please don't worry too much. There is no strong scientific evidence showing that taking biotin causes cancer cells to grow. However, it's always safest to discuss any supplement with your doctor before starting it.

Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Beta, biotin toh bas ek vitamin hai jo humare baal aur twacha ke liye accha hota hai. Isse cancer phailne ka koi darr nahi hota, par bina matlab ke dawayiyan nahi khani chahiye. Aap ek baar apne bade doctor se salah zaroor le lijiye.

Amit Pathak Amit Pathak Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Hey, relax. Biotin is just vitamin B7, and there's no proof that it feeds or grows cancer cells. Don't let random internet articles scare you like this. If you are taking any supplements, just run them by your doctor to be on the safer side, alright?

Rohan Mehra Rohan Mehra Joined May 2026 4 months ago

While biotin is generally considered safe, some studies on vitamins and cell growth can be confusing. To be absolutely safe, especially if you have a family history of health issues, you must consult an oncologist or physician before taking any regular supplements.

Gopal Prasad Gopal Prasad Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Biotin is just a simple vitamin, so it won't cause cancer, but why rely so much on pills anyway? I always suggest eating natural foods like almonds, eggs, and spinach for healthy hair. It is much safer and better for your overall health than synthetic supplements.

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Meera Kapoor Meera Kapoor Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

My teenager was taking biotin for hair fall and I had the same worry after reading some scary posts online. I immediately asked her pediatrician, who assured me that biotin is safe and does not cause cancer. It is always best to clear your doubts with a doctor directly.

Tina D'Souza Tina D'Souza Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I was taking heavy biotin doses for my hair recovery post-illness and had researched this extensively. There is absolutely no clinical proof linking biotin to cancer growth. It is very safe, but just check with your doctor so you can have peace of mind.

Sanjay Dutt Sanjay Dutt Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Please don't try to self-diagnose or believe random online claims about supplements. I once ignored proper medical symptoms and tried managing my health with random vitamins, which delayed my actual treatment. Always consult a qualified physician for any cancer-related doubts.

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