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The new vitamin B-complex with C, contains all of the essential B-vitamins
at, or well above, 100% the RDA. This is a safe and effective way to boost
energy levels naturally, and it allows the body to absorb enough of each
B-vitamin so as not to deplete levels of another. On top of this energy
boost, this product contains 250mg of vitamin C.
B complex vitamins play many roles in the human body, but primarily they
nourish the brain and nervous system. A diet high in refined foods or
a life full of stress puts a greater demand on the body for these important
nutrients.
Vitamin C benefits many systems in our bodies, particularly the cardiovascular
system. It is integral to the production of collagen molecules that provide
the stability necessary for proper cardiovascular function and is an important
antioxidant nutrient.
• B1--skin, eyes, hair*
• B2--nourishes the tissues of the body*
• B6--mild diuretic; PMS*
• B12--anxiety and depression*
• Folic Acid--works synergistically with B12; cell division and replication*
• Biotin--metabolism of protein, fats and carbohydrates; cholesterol*
• B3 (Niacin)--energy production*
• Pantothenic acid--nourishes the adrenal glands which help the body
to withstand stress*
• PABA--works synergistically with folic acid*
• Choline bitartrate--helps make acetylcholine, an important neurotransmitter
in the brain*
• Inositol--metabolism of fat and cholesterol; absorption and utilization
of fat*
• Vitamin C--cardiovascular system; collagen production
• Bioflavanoid (Quercitin and Citrus)--enhances vitamin C effectiveness
Research Brief
All the B vitamins are related closely in function, a deficiency of one
can result in the malfunction of the remainder of the B vitamins. This
class of vitamins all aid in energy metabolism. B vitamins also work with
essential enzymes that break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins.
Vitamin B1, thiamin, was the first B vitamin ever discovered. Your body
uses it to process fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Every cell in your
body needs thiamin to make adenosine triphosphate, or ATP, the body's
main energy-carrying molecule. The heart, in particular, has considerable
need for thiamin in order to keep up its constant work. Riboflavin, also
known as vitamin B2, is an essential nutrient required for life. This
vitamin works with two enzymes critical to the body's production of ATP.
Vitamin B2 is also used to process amino acids and fats, and to activate
vitamin B6 and folate. Vitamin B3 is required for the proper function
of more than 50 enzymes. Without it, your body would not be able to release
energy or make fats from carbohydrates. It is also used to make sex hormones
and other important chemical signal molecules. Vitamin B3 comes in two
principal forms: niacin (nicotinic acid) and niacinamide (nicotinamide).
High-dose niacin is principally used for lowering cholesterol. Pantothenic
acid (Vitamin B5) is used to make proteins as well as other important
chemicals needed to metabolize fats and carbohydrates. Pantothenic acid
is also used in the manufacture of hormones, red blood cells, and acetylcholine,
an important neurotransmitter (signal carrier between nerve cells). Vitamin
B6, pyridoxine, plays a major role in making proteins, hormones, and neurotransmitters.
Mild deficiency of vitamin B6 is common. There's good evidence that adequate
intake of vitamin B6 may help in lowering homocysteine and aid in the
prevention of heart disease. Biotin, Vitamin B7, plays an important role
in metabolizing the energy we get from food. Biotin assists four essential
enzymes that break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Inositol, unofficially
referred to as "vitamin B8" is present in all animal tissues, with the
highest levels in the heart and brain. It is part of the membranes (outer
linings) of all cells, and plays a role in helping the liver process fats
as well as contributing to the function of muscles and nerves. Folate,
vitamin B9, plays a critical role in many biological processes. It participates
in the crucial biological process known as methylation, and plays an important
role in cell division: without sufficient amounts of folate, cells cannot
divide properly. Vitamin B12, an essential nutrient, is also known as
cobalamin. The "cobal" in the name refers to the metal cobalt contained
in B12. Vitamin B12 is required for the normal activity of nerve cells,
and works with folate and vitamin B6 to lower blood levels of homocysteine,
a chemical in the blood that is thought to contribute to heart disease.
FAQs
Q: Can I supplement with this product if I am already taking a
multivitamin?
A: Taking extra doses of B-vitamins have been found to be very
beneficial. You can certainly take the B Complex in addition to a multivitamin.
Q: Is there such a thing as too much vitamin B?
A: B-vitamins are water-soluble and so, for the most part, have
no upper intake levels.
Q: What vitamins and minerals are synergistic with the B vitamins?
A: B-vitamins increase energy metabolism. This may increase free
radical production and facilitate a need for more antioxidant compounds
like: vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E and selenium.
References
Herbert, V. (1996) "Vitamin B-12." In: Present Knowledge in Nutrition
(Ziegler, E. E. & Filer, L. J., Jr., eds.), 7th ed., pp. 191-205. International
Life Sciences Institute Press, Washington, DC.
Leklem, J. E. (1990) "Vitamin B6." In: Handbook of Vitamins (Machlin,
L. J., ed.), 2nd ed., pp. 341 - 392, Marcel Dekker, New York, NY
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