The B Vitamin Group for Energy Metabolism
The B Vitamin Group includes:
B1 (thiamine) - involved in manufacture of ATP (the fuel our cells run on, made from glucose that we eat)
B2 (riboflavin) - supports the production of energy in our cells involving the break down of food.
B3 (niacin) - most widely distributed B Vitamin in the body, plays a role in the first stage of the biochemical conversion of glucose into ATP.
B5 (pantothenic acid) - supports cardiovascular health mainly by its influence on the cholesterol, shown to improve LDL/HDL ratios.
B6 (pyridoxine) - supports the immune system and cardiovascular system directly through manufacturing processes in the body.
B7 (biotin) - one of the most important regulators of metabolism (metabolism means the biochemical conversion of one thing into another). This B Vitamin is vital in the biological conversion of key substances in the body such as increasing hair thickness and hardening fingernails.
B9 (folic acid) - plays a key role in pregnancy because of its importance in cell division and DNA synthesis. This B vitamin influences foetal development and the prevention of birth defects.
B12 (cobalamin) - plays a key role in cognitive function such as memory and learning and recall. B12 comes mostly from animal sources such as meat, fish and eggs which is why those who are vegan may benefit from supplementing from this vital nutrient.
What do B Vitamins do in the body?
B Vitamins are water soluble, are generally quite delicate and can be easily destroyed. Humans are not capable of producing B Vitamins so we must obtain this vitamin group from diet.
The B Vitamin group contains some of the most important nutrients for human health, yet it is the B Vitamins that many of us are deficient in. High stress levels, excessive alcohol, can burn up the B Vitamins, in addition to various medications and malabsorption in the body can cause deficiencies in this essential nutrient group over time.
B Vitamins have a direct impact on energy levels, brain function and cell metabolism.
In short the B Vitamins support: cell health, growth of red Blood Cells, energy levels, eyesight, brain function, digestion, appetite, proper nerve function, hormones and cholesterol production, assists with formation of DNA in all cells, cardiovascular health and muscle tone.
Where can we get B Vitamins from?
B12 can only be found in meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy and fortified nutritional yeast. ,
Folic Acid/Folate rich foods: broccoli, Brussel sprouts, leafy greens, peas, chickpeas, chicken liver and fortified foods.
General Vitamin B rich foods: meat (especially liver), seafood, poultry, eggs, legumes, leafy greens and fortified foods,
Body Reset programmes and B Vitamins
Body Reset nutrition plans are personalised to you and include Vitamin B rich foods, in addition to other essential nutrients and minerals to reduce inflammation and hormonal balancing.
