The B Vitamins

The B vitamins are an important category of vitamins that contribute to the health and function of the nerves and brain function. B vitamins maintain healthy skin, hair and eyes as well as participate in regulation of the liver, intestines and muscle tissue. The B vitamins have also been shown to have an impact on relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety. An interesting fact about the B vitamins is that a shortage of these vitamins can result in fatigue. The reason being is that B vitamins act as co-enzymes. This means that when they are used with other enzymes, chemical reactions occur that produce energy. B vitamins are water soluble. Water soluble vitamins are not stored in the body and are eliminated via the urinary system (Thus the green pee, when taking vitamin supplements). Water soluble vitamins like the B variety need to be consumed daily (preferably by food, secondarily by capsule) to replenish levels. To ensure you are getting enough B-vitamins, in addition to eating plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables and grains, take a Vitamin B complex capsule daily. Additional B complex capsules can be taken depending on your stress and activity levels.

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