Vitamin B Complex
Healthy nerves, brain function, skin, eyes, hair, liver,
mouth, muscle tone and gastrointestinal tract are all dependent upon proper
balance of B vitamins. We do not absorb nutrients as well when we age.
B vitamins are a team and work best when taken together. B vitamins work
off of each other. B vitamins are known for their energy. When you take
them in liquid or shot form you can feel an immediate rush of energy in
your system. They have been useful in lessening depression and anxiety.
B1 (Thiamine)
B1 also known as Thiamine, assists in blood formation. It is essential
for healthy growth, skin, hair, blood, muscles, brain and nervous system.
Thiamin supplementation may be useful in times of stress and have also
been used to treat fatigue, irritability, and depression, to aid digestion
and to promote healing.
B2 (Riboflavin)
Riboflavin, also known as Vitamin B2, is an essential water-soluble
vitamin in human nutrition and plays a key role in the production of energy.
Riboflavin is vital for normal reproduction, growth, repair and development
of body tissues including the skin, hair, nails and connective tissue.
It is also essential for a healthy immune and nervous system. Supplementation
may be helpful with anemia, skin problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, migraines,
stress and fatigue.
B3 (Niacin)
Niacin, also known as Vitamin B3, is a water-soluble vitamin. It is
the common name for both niacinamide and nicotinic acid. Niacin is essential
for healthy skin, tongue and digestive tract tissue and the formation of
red blood cells. It is essential for the synthesis of various hormones,
the repair of genetic material and the normal functioning of the brain
and nervous system.
B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Pantothenic acid, also known as Vitamin B5, is a water-soluble vitamin.
Pantothenic acid is essential for the release of energy from food, production
of neurotransmitters (such as acetylcholine), the formation of healthy
red blood cells, normal adrenal gland function and supporting healthy immune
and nervous systems.
B6
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin. Vitamin B6 helps the body to
process the protein, fat and carbohydrates in our diet. It works with other
vitamins and minerals to supply the energy used in our muscles, and plays
a role in cell growth, including the body's production of red blood cells
and cells of the immune system. It is essential for healthy cardiovascular,
nervous and immune systems and is important in maintaining healthy hair
and skin.
B12
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin or cyanocobalamin, is a water-soluble
vitamin. Vitamin B12 is essential for the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates
and the synthesis of proteins. It also helps the nervous system work properly
and aids in growth and blood cell development.
Biotin
Biotin, a member of the B-vitamin family, is a water-soluble vitamin.
Biotin is essential for healthy hair and nails, cell growth and replication,
carbohydrate metabolism and in the synthesis of fatty acids. It also helps
incorporate amino acids into protein.
Choline
Choline is an essential nutrient that is widely distributed in food.
Choline is used by the body to make acetycholine, a substance essential
for transmission of signals in many parts of the nervous system. Choline
also aids in fat metabolism and in the transport of fats from the liver
and is vital to the health of the liver and kidneys.
Folic Acid is considered “brain food.” It is also essential in
the formation of red blood cells as well as white blood cells for immunity.
It functions as a coenzyme in DNA and RNA, cell division and replication.
This vitamin is needed for women to take even before they
know they are pregnant. It helps in the formation of healthy nerves in
the fetus. Studies have shown that an intake of folic acid in early pregnancy
can prevent vast majority of neural tubal defects, such as spina bifida
and anencephaly, and even premature birth. It works best when combined
with B12 and vitamin C.
Inositol
Inositol is part of the vitamin B complex. As a component of lecithin,
inositol is responsible for transferring needed fats from the liver to
the body's cells. By assisting in the proper utilization of fat and cholesterol,
inositol is involved in the control of blood cholesterol, thus protecting
the arteries and heart from excessive cholesterol build up. Inositol is
also a component of cell membranes and the myelin, which coats the nerves.
PABA
(Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) is an antioxidant that helps guard the skin
from sunburn and skin cancer. It helps with the formation of red blood
cells and breakdown of protein. PABA may help restore gray hair back to
its original color if it was caused by stress or malnutrition. |
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Precautions
PABA
Sulfa drugs may cause a deficiency of PABA
Inositol
Large amounts of caffeine may cause a deficiency of Inositol. |
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