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All of the B vitamins are vital to good health. Although each B vitamin has its own purpose, it is best to take them in combination, called a complex. Taking a single B without taking a complex can cause a deficiency in other B vitamins.B vitamins are water soluble, any excess is excreted & not stored in the body, it must be replaced daily.The B complex vitamins provide the body with energy. They are important in the metabolism of fats & proteins. B vitamins are necessary for normal functioning of the nervous system. The need for B vitamins increases when there is stress, illness or surgery.
B Vitamins- Are important for health of skin, hair, eyes and liver.
- Improves mental attitude.
- Keep the nervous system, muscles and heart functioning normally.
B vitamins are found in whole grain cereals, brewers yeast, liver, beans, brown rice & egg yolks.
Single B vitamins and what they do:
B-1 (Thiamine) Promotes growth in children. Improves mental attitude. High sugar diet or too much alcohol increases the need for thiamine.
B-2 (Riboflavin) Needed for energy and fat and carbohydrate metabolism. Prevents cataracts & benefits vision. Promotes healthy skin, hair & nails.
B-3 (Niacin) Helps reduce cholesterol. Increases circulation & reduces blood pressure. Niacin works with chromium to regulate blood sugar for diabetes and hypoglycemia.
B-5 (Pantotheic Acid) Vital to adrenal activity. It fights infection by building antibodies. Helps with stress and fatigue.
B-6 (Pyridoxine) Key in red blood cell regeneration. Works as a natural diuretic especially with PMS edema. Controls acne & relieves morning sickness.
B-12 (Cobalamin) Energizes, relieves depression, hangovers & poor concentration. Regenerates red blood cells & prevents anemia. Helps to break down homocysteine, lowering the risk of heart disease.
Selected References
Mindell Earl Vitamin Bible For The 21st Century
Page Linda "Healthy Healing" 11th Edition
Kirschmann John & Gayla "Nutrition Almanac"
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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