Vitamin B complex is composed of eight B vitamins:

• B-1 (thiamine)
• B-2 (riboflavin)
• B-3 (niacin)
• B-5 (pantothenic acid)
• B-6 (pyridoxine)
• B-7 (biotin)
• B-9 (folic acid)
• B-12 (cobalamin)

Each of these essential vitamins contributes to your overall bodily function. Read on to learn more about how these nutrients benefit you, how much you need, whether you should take supplements, and more.

These vitamins help a variety of enzymes do their jobs, ranging from releasing energy from carbohydrates and fat to breaking down amino acids and transporting oxygen and energy-containing nutrients around the body.

B vitamins play a vital role in maintaining good health and well-being. As the building blocks of a healthy body, B vitamins have a direct impact on your energy levels, brain function, and cell metabolism.

Vitamin B complex helps prevent infections and helps support or promote:

• cell health†
• growth of red blood cells†
• energy levels†
• good eyesight†
• healthy brain function†
• good digestion†
• healthy appetite†
• proper nerve function†
• hormones and cholesterol production†
• cardiovascular health†
• muscle tone†

B vitamins are especially important for women who are pregnant and breastfeeding. These vitamins aid in fetal brain development as well as reduce the risk of birth defects.

And for expectant mothers, B vitamins may boost energy levels, ease nausea, and lower the risk of developing preeclampsia.

B vitamins are thought to increase testosterone levels in men, which naturally decrease with age. They may also help men build muscle and increase strength. However, human studies confirming these claims are lacking.

The recommended daily amount of each B vitamin varies.

For women, the recommended daily intake is:

• B-1: 1.1 milligrams (mg)
• B-2: 1.1 mg
• B-3: 14 mg NE
• B-5: 5 mg
• B-6: 1.3 mg
• biotin: 30 micrograms (mcg)
• folic acid: 400 mcg DFE
• B-12: 2.4 mcg

For men, the recommended daily intake is:

• B-1: 1.2 mg
• B-2: 1.3 mg
• B-3: 16 mg NE
• B-5: 5 mg
• B-6: 1.3 mg
• biotin: 30 mcg
• folic acid: 400 mcg DFE
• B-12: 2.4 mcg

The above data came from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Older adults and women who are pregnant require higher amounts of B vitamins. Your doctor can provide dosage information tailored to your individual needs.

Certain underlying health conditions can prevent your body from properly absorbing vitamin B. You should also talk to your doctor about your vitamin B intake if you have:

• celiac disease
• HIV
• Crohn’s disease
• alcohol dependence
• kidney conditions
• rheumatoid arthritis
• ulcerative colitis
• inflammatory bowel disease

Most people get enough B vitamins by eating a balanced diet. However, it’s still possible to be deficient.

The following symptoms may be a sign that you’re not getting enough B vitamins:

• skin rashes
• cracks around the mouth
• scaly skin on the lips
• swollen tongue
• fatigue
• weakness
• anemia
• confusion
• irritability or depression
• nausea
• abdominal cramps
• diarrhea
• constipation
• numbness or tingling in the feet and hands

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms and aren’t sure why, make an appointment to see your doctor.

Although it’s possible that you’re experiencing a vitamin B deficiency, these symptoms also overlap with many other underlying conditions. Your doctor can make a diagnosis and advise you on any next steps.

Lots of foods contain B vitamins, which makes it easy to get enough from your diet. It’s best to get your B vitamins from a wide variety of food sources. This helps to ensure you’re getting enough of each type.

You can find vitamin B in:

• milk
• cheese
• eggs
• liver and kidney
• meat, such as chicken and red meat
• fish, such as tuna, mackerel, and salmon
• shellfish, such as oysters and clams
• dark green vegetables, such as spinach and kale
• vegetables, such as beets, avocados, and potatoes
• whole grains and cereals
• beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, and chickpeas
• nuts and seeds
• fruits, such as citrus, banana, and watermelon
• soy products, such as soy milk and tempeh
• blackstrap molasses
• wheat germ
• yeast and nutritional yeast

• Take 1 Capsule Daily
• Take your Daily B in the morning for more energy throughout the day.
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Yes, Daily B contains methyl-cobalamin, which is the most bioavailable form of Vitamin B12.

It is food form folate. Per the FDA, we are required to label our fermented folate as "folic acid" because it's been added to the supplement and is not naturally occurring in food. Our ingredient doesn't meet the definition of "naturally occurring in food" nor is it just the pure synthetic form. The FDA labels it as supplemental in the way your body absorbs and utilizes it.

Under the new FDA regulations in labeling, there are new units of measurement for folate called Dietary Folate Equivalents (DFE). As part of this new requirement, any folate/folic acid vitamin that is added to a supplement (whatever its form) needs to be listed separately including the actual amount added. 0.6 mcg of supplemental folate/folic acid = 1 mcg of dietary folate (or DFE). This is due to the way the vitamin is absorbed by our bodies--supplemental forms are absorbed more readily. So, for example, 480 mcg of ADDED folate or folic acid = 800 mcg dietary folate equivalents (DFE) based on this new conversion.

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