Stress B - Tackle Stress Head On!

The B vitamins help to maintain the healthy functioning of the brain, muscles, nerves, skin, eyes, hair, and mouth. Because a deficiency in one B vitamin usually means a deficiency in another, it is important that the B vitamins be taken together. Many of the B complex vitamins assist in metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. They are also key ingredients in the production of red blood cells.

The B-complex vitamins often work synergistically with other nutrients. This means there is a cooperative action between the B vitamins and other nutrients allowing them to work as catalysts promoting absorption and assimilation of these vitamins and minerals. The advantage of receiving all the B vitamins in one capsule is that they assist each other to be more effective through this synergistic relationship.

Each member of the B-complex has a unique structure and performs unique functions in the human body.  B Vitamins are essential for energy production, amino acid metabolism, cell division and more.

Vitamin B1 enhances circulation, optimises cognitive activity and brain function and has a positive effect on energy, growth, normal appetite and learning capacity.

Niacin (B3) aids the functioning of the nervous system, helps lower cholesterol and improve circulation. It is also involved in the normal secretion of bile and stomach fluids and in the synthesis of sex hormones.

Pantothenic Acid (B5) is known as the “anti-stress vitamin.” It plays a role in the production of the adrenal hormones and the formation of antibiotics. This vitamin is required by all cells in the body and helps in the production of neurotransmitters.

Vitamin B6 is involved in more bodily functions than almost any other nutrient. It affects physical and mental health. The nervous system requires B6 for normal brain function and for synthesis of nucleic acids RNA and DNA. Vitamin B6 inhibits the formation of the toxic chemical homocysteine which attacks the heart muscle and allows the deposit of cholesterol around that muscle.

Vitamin B12 is needed for the prevention of anemia. It is required for proper digestion and absorption of foods. Those on vegan diets need to be certain to take B12 as a supplement since it is found almost exclusively in animal tissue.

Biotin is needed for utilisation of other B vitamins. Sufficient quantities are needed for healthy hair and skin.

Folic Acid is brain food and is needed for energy. It also helps strengthen immunity by aiding proper formation and function of white blood cells. It is very important in pregnancy.

Inositol has a calming effect and helps to reduce cholesterol.

Choline assists in the proper transmission of nerve impulses from the brain through the central nervous system. It aids in hormone production and minimizes excess fat in the liver.

PABA (para amino benzoic acid) is a basic part of folic acid and helps with the assimilation of Pantothenic acid. It helps protect the skin against sunburn and skin damage.