B-vitamins are a group of water-soluble nutrients that play a role in many factors including energy production and metabolism. Each 8 of the B vitamins has its unique functions from supporting brain health to maintaining healthy skin to assisting in formation of red blood cells.
- Thiamin (B1): Helps breakdowns sugar and carbohydrates into energy. B1 can be good for brain health and muscle health.
- Riboflavin (B2): Key for energy production. B2 can be good to support healthy skin, eyes, and nervous system
- Niacin (B3): In addition to energy production it can support cholesterol levels
- Pantothenic acid (B5): Helps in the synthesis of coenzyme A which is essential for fatty acid metabolism. B5 can be helpful for synthesis of hormones and cholesterol
- Pyridoxine (B6): Key for red blood cell production and the creation of neurotransmitters
- Biotin (B7): Helps support healthy hair, skin, nails
- Folate (B9): Essential for DNA synthesis and repair, cell division, and growth. Important during pregnancy for fetal development and the prevention of neural tube defects
- methylcobalamin (B12): Key for red blood cell formation, neurological function, and DNA synthesis