B vitamins play a crucial role in maintaining overall health by supporting energy production, nervous system health, reducing fatigue, and aiding psychological function. They help release energy from food, ensuring the body has the necessary fuel for daily activities. They also contribute to cognitive performance, memory, and mood regulation while supporting hormone balance and metabolism.
Vitamin B1 (thiamine) supports energy metabolism by converting food into energy.
It is essential for nervous system function and neurotransmitter production, helping maintain heart health.
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) plays a key role in energy production, red blood cell formation, and iron metabolism.
It also contributes to maintaining normal vision, healthy skin, and protecting cells from oxidative stress.
Vitamin B3 (niacin) is provided in the form of niacinamide, the non-flushing version of niacin.
It aids in energy conversion, supports the nervous system, and contributes to mental performance, digestion, and healthy skin. It is also essential for DNA repair and cholesterol metabolism.
Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) contributes to normal energy metabolism and mental performance.
It plays a role in the synthesis of steroid hormones, vitamin D, and neurotransmitters while also helping to reduce fatigue.
Vitamin B6 is provided in its active coenzyme form, pyridoxal 5-phosphate (P5P),
Essential for neurotransmitter production, including serotonin and dopamine, supporting mood regulation and cognitive function. It also aids in red blood cell formation, immune function, hormone regulation, and energy metabolism.
Vitamin B7 (biotin) is crucial for macronutrient metabolism
Ensuring the efficient utilisation of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. It supports the health of hair, skin, and nails while playing a role in cognitive function.
Vitamin B9 (folate) is provided as Calcium L-Methylfolate
The bioactive methylated form of 5-MTHF, which is particularly important for individuals with MTHFR mutations who struggle to convert folic acid into its usable form. Folate supports DNA synthesis, cell division, and red blood cell formation. It also plays a crucial role in cardiovascular health by regulating homocysteine levels, a key marker for heart disease.
Vitamin B12 is included in two active forms-adenosylcobalamin and methylcobalamin.
Methylcobalamin is the methylated form, supporting methylation pathways and neurological function, while adenosylcobalamin plays a crucial role in mitochondrial energy production. These biologically active forms do not require liver conversion, ensuring efficient absorption and utilisation, particularly for those with compromised methylation. Vitamin B12 supports red blood cell production, prevents anaemia, aids in nervous system function, and contributes to cognitive health and energy metabolism.
Choline
Though not always classified as a B vitamin, is essential for liver function, lipid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and homocysteine regulation, contributing to brain health and cardiovascular support.