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Nutrition Basics: Vitamins
VITAMIN B COMPLEX


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The B vitamins help to maintain the health of the nerves, skin, eyes, hair, liver, and mouth, as well as healthy muscle tone in the gastrointestinal tract and proper brain function. B complex vitamins are coenzymes involved in energy production, and may be useful for alleviating depression or anxiety. Adequate intake of the B vitamins is very important for elderly people because these nutrients are not as well absorbed as we age. There have even been cases of people diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease whose problems were later found to be due to a deficiency of vitamin B-12 and the B complex. The B vitamins should always be taken together, but up to two or three times more of one B vitamin than another can be taken for a particular disorder. Although the B vitamins are a team, they are also discussed separately.

A high-quality vitamin B complex supplement will provide, in one convenient pill, a full range of B vitamins, including biotin, choline, folic acid, inositol, PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid), and the six "numbered" B vitamins - vitamin B-1 (thiamin), B-2 (riboflavin), B-3 (niacin), B-5 (pantothenic acid), B-6 (pyridoxine), and B-12 (cyanocobalamin). Combination products can simplify the process of taking individual B vitamins for a range of ailments including alcoholism, depression, diabetes, hair problems, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and stress.

Vitamin B complex products are generally available in two forms: B-50s and B-100s. In a B-50 complex, look for a minimum of the following: 400 mcg folic acid, 50 mcg B-12 and biotin, and at least 50 mg of all the other B vitamins. Generally twice this amount is found in B-100 complexes, except for the folic acid (400 mcg), which remains the same. A B-100 typically contains 100 mcg B-12 and biotin, and 100 mg of all the other B vitamins.

While convenient, combination B vitamin products can produce an unpleasantly strong vitamin-like odor and cause queasiness if taken on an empty stomach. To minimize these side effects and enhance absorption, take this vitamin pill with food. A bright yellow hue to the urine following a B-complex vitamin is a harmless side effect of the riboflavin (B-2).




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Dosage
Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) 1 B-100 complex with 100 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin; 400 mcg folic acid; and 100 mg all other B vitamins. This size will provide the extra B-3 and B-6 recommended.
Alcoholism 1 B-50 pill each morning and evening with food. Each pill should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Alzheimer's Disease 1 B-100 pill a day with food.
Anxiety & Panic 1 B-50 pill each morning with food. Each pill should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Canker Sores 1 B-50 pill each morning.
Chronic Pain 1 B-50 pill twice a day with food. Each pill should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Crohn's Disease 1 B-50 complex twice a day with food. Each pill should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin; 400 mcg folic acid; and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Depression 1 B-50 pill twice a day with food. Each pill should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Diabetes 1 B-100 complex with 100 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin; 400 mcg folic acid; and 100 mg all other B vitamins.
Epilepsy 1 B-50 pill each morning and evening with food. Each pill should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Fatigue 1 B-50 complex with 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin; 400 mcg folic acid; and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Hair Problems 1 B-50 pill twice a day with food. Each pill should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Heart Disease Prevention 1 B-50 complex with 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin; 400 mcg folic acid; and 50 mg all other B vitamins; may be partially covered by your daily multivitamin.
Infertility, Female 1 B-50 pill each morning with food. These nutrients may already be covered by your daily multivitamin.
Multiple Sclerosis 1 B-100 pill twice a day for flare-ups; then reduce to 1 pill each morning as maintenance. Each pill should supply 100 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin; 400 mcg folic acid; and 100 mg all other B vitamins.
Nail Problems 1 B-50 pill each morning with food. Should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Psoriasis 1 B-50 complex twice a day with food. Each pill should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin; 400 mcg folic acid; and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Rosacea 1 B-50 pill each morning with food. Should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 50 mg all other B vitamins.
Stress 1 B-100 once a day. Each pill should supply 100 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin; 400 mcg folic acid; and 100 mg all other B vitamins.
Smoking 1 B-50 pill twice a day with food. Each pill should supply 50 mcg vitamin B-12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 50 mg all other B vitamins.





VITAMIN B COMPLEX SUPPLEMENTS & PRODUCTS

BrainAid, Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 60 Tabs
Designed to enhance brain function and support memory. BrainStorm contains nutrients that variously support blood circulation, neurotransmitter production and neurological function.

B-Stress Vitamin Complex With Siberian Eleuthero, Nature's Way, 100 Caps
If you are looking for herbal stress relief, you will find B-Stress Vitamin Complex with Siberian Eleuthero, formerly Siberian Ginseng Root to be just what you are looking for.

TwinLab, Liquid Yeast B Complex, 16 fl. oz.
Twinlab Natural enzymatic digested yeast is a highly concentrated protein source produced from the action of natural enzymes on pure living yeast cells. It contains all the essential amino acids as well as minerals and B-complex vitamins.

Ultimate B, Vitamin B Complex Formula, Nature's Secret, 60 Tabs
Superbly formulated, Ultimate B, vitamin B Complex Formula, is a synergistic blend of herbs, superfoods, and enzymes made of 33% food ingredients for easy absorption.

Vitamin B-50 Complex With B-2 Coenzyme, 100% Natural, 330 mg, 100 Caps
B Vitamins, as found in a Vitamin B Complex, are precursors of coenzymes involved in the conversion of cellular energy, manufacture of hormones and proteins, and repair and maintenance of nerve structures.

Vitamin B-100 Complex With B-2 Coenzyme, Nature's Way, 631 mg, 100 Caps
A complete Vitamin B complex of 8 essential vitamins. B Vitamins are precursors of coenzymes involved in the conversion of cellular energy, manufacture of hormones and proteins, and repair and maintenance of nerve structures.

Vitamin B-12 Complex Liquid, NOW Foods, 2 fl. oz.
Vitamin B-12 Helps to maintain a healthy nervous system, and helps in the prevention of pernicious anemia. Folic Acid should be taken by all females of child bearing age to help prevent neuro-tube birth defects. Folic acid is also linked to heart health.

Herbal Remedies: Vitamin B Complex Supplements & Products

Herbal Remedies: Thiamine / Thiamin / Vitamin B-1 Supplements & Products

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Herbal Remedies: Inositol / IP-6 / Phytic Acid / Vitamin B-8 Supplements & Products

Herbal Remedies: Folic Acid / Folate / Vitamin B-9 Supplements & Products

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