As a complex, the B vitamins are essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system and are perhaps the most important nutritional factor for healthy nerve cells. The B vitamins also play a role in the conversion of carbohydrates into energy, in the metabolism of fats and protein, and in the maintenance of muscle tone in the GI tract. The B vitamins support the integrity of the skin, hair, and liver. This balanced combination of functionally interrelated B vitamins provides wide ranging benefits, yet is specifically supportive of the nervous system.
As part of a well-balanced diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, folic acid, vitamin B
6, and vitamin B
12 may reduce the risk of vascular disease.
†
†FDA evaluated the above claim and found that while it is known that diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol reduce the risk of heart disease and other vascular diseases, the evidence in support of the above claim is inconclusive.
B-Complex Plus
Supplement Facts
| each vegetable capsule contains: |
| thiamine HCl (B1) |
100 mg. |
| riboflavin (B2) |
5 mg. |
| riboflavin 5’ phosphate |
10 mg. |
| (activated B2) |
| niacinamide |
100 mg. |
| inositol hexaniacinate |
10 mg. |
| (no-flush niacin) |
| pyridoxine HCl (B6) |
10 mg. |
| pyridoxal 5’ phosphate |
10 mg. |
| (activated B6) |
| pantothenic acid |
100 mg. |
| (calcium pantothenate) (B5) |
| methylcobalamin (B12) |
400 mcg. |
| folate |
400 mcg. |
| (as Metafolin®, L-5-MTHF) |
| biotin |
400 mcg. |
| vitamin C |
16 mg. |
| (as ascorbyl palmitate) |
1–2 capsules per day, in divided doses, with meals.
Now with Metafolin® L-5-MTHF
Balanced B vitamin formula
An extensive body of evidence indicates that adequate folate intake may provide significant cardiovascular, cellular and neural protection. However, genetic variations affecting activation and metabolism of supplemental folic acid are highly prevalent. In line with our commitment to consistently offer innovative, science-based ingredients, Pure Encapsulations has updated a number of products
†, including our multivitamins, to provide Metafolin® (L-5-MTHF). Metafolin® is a naturally occurring, universally metabolized and active form of folate, L-5-MTHF. As such, it can be directly used in a diverse array of essential methylation reactions to support cardiovascular, neural and emotional health. Additionally, clinical evidence indicates that the bioavailability of Metafolin® is superior to folic acid. In a double-blind, randomized, placebocontrolled intervention study of 144 women of child-bearing age, 5-MTHF supplementation resulted in a greater accumulation of 5-MTHF in red blood cells than equimolar doses of folic acid.
†Some ingredient trademark and patent restrictions may apply to some products, including Folate and PreNatal Nutrients.