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Aug 21, 2006
Vitamin B-Complex: Health benefits
by SirGan
 Although many people still don’t know thing- proven fact is that Vitamin B is a complex of several vitamins. How come? Well, it’s easy- the name arises because it was once considered a single vitamin, much like all other vitamins. But, later research has shown it is in fact a complex of chemically distinct vitamins that happen to often coexist in the same foods. Although many still people think that vitamins are similar in structure and perform a similar function, the truth is that each vitamin B-complex vitamin has a unique chemical structure and serves a unique function within the body.There are eight different vitamins which form this group:
Why is this B complex so much important? Well, it is essential because it is critical to metabolism, the nervous system, vital organs, eyes, muscles, skin and hair and because the human body cannot manufacture it. Where it can be found? The vitamin B complex is found in meat and fish, dairy products and eggs, leafy green vegetables, fruits, whole grains and nuts.
Like vitamin B, another component of this vitamine-coq10 is crucial for energy production in the body-it helps produce about 95% of the energy in the human body. How come? Well, it does this by metabolizing the fats and carbohydrates in the mitochondria, where energy is produced in the cell. It also helps maintain the strength and flexibility of cells in the body. Because of these properties, vitamin B plus coq10 can potentially be used as a weight loss supplement.
There is one great thing about this vitamin B complex- no meter if you are a vegetarian or vegan- there are several different sources of the vitamin B complex. Fortunately, this vitamin can be stored in the liver to sustain you, but needs to be replenished from food sources or supplements.
Several researches done in the past have show that vitamins B1, B2, B3 and B7 serve to produce energy, vitamin B6 is essential for proper metabolism, and Vitamin B12 and B9 play a major role in cell division.
Daily needs for B vitaminsMost people still don’t know that recently The United States Department of Agriculture recommend how much of each B complex vitamin every person should take.
Adults consume at least 13-20 milligrams (mg) of vitamin B6 each day, depending on age and gender. For B12, adults should consume at least 2 milligrams (mg) each day. Pregnant and lactating women need more. Everything can affect this daily consumption such as an active lifestyle, smoking, drinking alcohol, some chronic health problems…etc In this case- the person is candidate to take even larger doses of these vitamins, as well as B1, B2, B3 and B5. How to take it? Well, it isn't hard to find some B supplements. It could be the pill, capsule, powder, liquid, sub-lingual and spray supplements for B complex or separately for vitamin B6 and vitamin B12. There may also be a slight advantage to taking a whole food supplement where the vitamin B complex occurs in a natural balance.
B vitamins DeficiencySeveral researches done in the past have show that a vitamin B deficiency can cause deveral different diseases such as:
· Anemia
· Dermatitis
· Encephalitis
· pellagra
· beriberi
Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, neurological conditions, arteriosclerosis, dementia, Crone’s disease and many others have shown improvement from B supplementation.
Most people already know that Vitamin B6 and B12 get a lot of attention because they support the:
· nervous system
· the metabolism of carbohydrates
· the metabolism of fats
· metabolism of proteins
· the production of healthy blood cells
Although when someone says that only a balanced diet of fresh foods could be helpful, he or she should note that the B vitamins can lose potency from food processing and handling.
Several named vitamin deficiency diseases may result from the lack of sufficient B-vitamins:
Supplements of B vitaminsEveryone should know that these supplements belong to the group of medicines known as vitamins.
Vitamin B complex is a combination of three main B vitamins (B1, B2 and Nicotinamide) and six other non-essential vitamins. What are they purposes in our organism and what the benefits of these supplements are!? Well, several researches have found that Vitamin B1 is useful in the treatment of nervous disorders and protects against imbalances caused by alcoholism, poor diet, and starvation and over cooked food. The best natural sources are found in all plant and animal foods but good sources are in brown rice, whole grains, seafood and legumes.
Almost everyone knows about the famous Vitamin B2 role in the production of body energy and antioxidant qualities. It is not stored in significant amounts in the body and deficiency is common. The best natural sources are found in milk, liver, kidneys, yeast, cheese and leafy green vegetables.
Nicotinamide (B3) is essential for the production of sex hormones and a healthy nervous system. What's also good- it acts as a detoxificant, ridding the body of toxins and pollutants. The best natural sources are found in liver, whole grains, peanuts, eggs, avocados and fish. Each capsule supplies the following:
Before Taking Vitamin B complexBefore taking vitamin B every patient should be sure that doctor or pharmacist knows:
How to Take Vitamin B complexThere are some rules about taking these vitamin B supplements that every patient should know before taking!
Can Vitamin B complex cause problems?Everyone should know that, along with their useful effects, all medicines can cause unwanted side effects, which usually improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. Some of the most common side effects are:
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