Brain Health
Mild deficiencies of B vitamins have been linked
with fatigue, headaches, and memory loss. B supplements, especially of
the powerhouse trio B6, B9, and B12, are sometimes all that's needed to
alleviate mild depression. More advanced deficiencies are common in
people with such neurological disorders as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's
diseases.
The Stress Response
Stress triggers the
brain to release neurotransmitters, such as adrenalin to provide energy
and serotonin to restore calm. The ongoing stress of modern life can
deplete the B vitamins needed to produce neurotransmitters, which can
trigger symptoms-fatigue, irritability, headaches, insomnia,
forgetfulness-associated with severe stress.
Heart Health
B6,
B9, and B12, reduce homocysteine levels, while B-3 and biotin support
healthy cholesterol levels. Elevated homocysteine and cholesterol
levels are linked with atherosclerosis-hardened arteries-and heart
attacks.
Liver Health
The liver cannot function
without B vitamins. The liver is vital in metabolizing fats,
eliminating toxins from the body, regulating blood glucose, and many
other functions, so good liver health is vital to good overall health.
Supplements of B vitamins can also help with recovery from alcoholism
by supporting liver detoxification and reducing cravings.
Fetal Development
Folic
acid is crucial to fetal brain development immediately after
conception, so all women of childbearing age should take supplements.
Other B vitamins become important to fetal brain development later in
pregnancy. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) may occur because alcohol
inhibits absorption of B vitamins by the developing fetus.
Female Reproductive Health
B
vitamins may be depleted by pregnancy, contributing to postpartum
depression. B vitamins support production of reproductive hormones, and
deficiencies may contribute to symptoms of PMS and menopause.
Suggested Use: Take 1 capsule daily.
Each vegetarian capsule contains:
B1 (thiamine hydrochloride)...100 mg
B2 (riboflavin/riboflavin 5-phosphate)...100 mg
B3 (niacinamide)...100 mg
B5 (pantothenic acid/calcium pantothenate)...100 mg
B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride/pyridoxal 5-phosphate)...100 mg
B9 (folic acid)...0.4 mg
B12 (methylcobalamin)...400 mcg
Vitamin H (biotin)...100 mcg
Non-medicinal ingredients:
Microcrystalline cellulose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate. Vegetable capsule: hypromellose.