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Now R93.95(eB 940)
Delivery time: Usually within 5 working days.
Format: Vitamins
Maxi B: 60 capsules
Manufacturer: Vital Health Foods
Now R93.95
This formulation is a combination of Vitamin B Complex and Vitamin C, especially designed for the modern high-pressure lifestyle. Smoking, processed foods, sugar and antibiotics often destroy certain B Vitamins. This formulation is a combination of B and C vitamins, especially designed for the modern high-pressure lifestyle.
Smoking, processed foods, sugar and antibiotics often destroy Vitamins B & C. Supplementation is recommended whenever the body is low in vitamins and when bodily needs are increased such as during pregnancy, dieting, stress and convalescence.
Free from: Preservatives, artificial flavours, yeast, lactose and gluten.
Pack size: 60 Capsules
Directions for use: Take 1 capsule a day with food.
Benefits:
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) is a water-soluble vitamin which helps to convert carbohydrates from foods to energy and plays an important role in the breakdown and use of glucose.
It is an essential nutrient for the healthy functioning of the nervous system, especially the peripheral nerves that are important for muscle contraction and co-ordination.
A Vitamin B1 deficiency is characterized by muscle weakness, muscle wasting, poor co-ordination, fatigue, irritability, nervous tingling, loss of sensation in hands and feet and possible heart failure.
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) is another essential vitamin for energy metabolism, especially for the breakdown of glucose and fats.
It forms part of the enzymes that control numerous energy-yielding metabolic pathways.
Vitamin B2 is also involved with the metabolism of other micronutrients
Vitamin B2 deficiency symptoms include inflammation of the mouth, cracks and sores on the outsides of the lips and mouth corners.
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) represents both nicotinic acid and nicotinamide, which form part of essential energy metabolism enzymes.
It is involved in the breakdown of protein, carbohydrates and fats for energy release.
Deficiency symptoms include muscular weakness, loss of appetite and skin problems, depression, memory loss and disorientation.
Vitamin B5
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) is essential for energy metabolism as part of coenzyme A, which is involved in the breakdown of proteins, carbohydrates and fats.
Vitamin B5 is also important in the production of selected hormones, neurotransmitters and hemoglobin.
It is important as detoxifying nutrient, assisting the liver in the breakdown of several toxins and drugs.
Deficiency of this vitamin may present as fatigue.
Pantothenic acid is important for wound healing and the maintenance of healthy hair and skin.
Vitamin B5 also helps with the improvement of blood lipids and cholesterol levels.
Requirements may increase with the use of oral contraceptives.
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is another B-vitamin essential for glucose and energy metabolism
Vitamin B6 is also required for the production of neuro-transmitters as well as red blood cells
Niacin metabolism is dependent on sufficient levels of Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 deficiency is most likely found associated with alcoholism, in which case the metabolism of the vitamin is impaired.
Therapeutically, Vitamin B6 is used in combination with Folic Acid and Vitamin B12 to help reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease and stroke as these vitamins help reduce high levels of homocysteine
Vitamin B6 is well-known to help reduce the symptoms related to PMS, such as water retention and irritability.
With the use of oral contraceptives, the requirement for Vitamin B6 is increased
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is an essential supplement for vegetarians, as this vitamin is found mainly in animal foods.
Vitamin B12 is also important for healthy red blood cells and is used to treat some forms of anaemia.
It is also important in energy metabolism for the breakdown of carbohydrates, fats and protein.
Vitamin B12 is important in the metabolism and activity of Folic Acid. In combination, these two vitamins are used in the nutritional treatment of high homocysteine levels, as cardiovascular disease risk factor.
A deficiency may result in irreversible nerve damage and even paralysis.
Deficiency symptoms of Vitamin B12 include fatigue, muscle weakness, numbness and tingling of the hands and feet, memory loss, dementia and disorientation.
Vitamin B12 supplementation is recommended to cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Individuals with Alzheimer's Disease often have low levels of Vitamin B12, which is then recommended as supplement.
Folic Acid
Folic acid is important during periods of rapid cell division such as during pregnancy and infancy.
It is essential for the development of red and white blood cells in the bone marrow.
Folic Acid is an essential supplement during pregnancy for the development of the baby's nervous system.
Folic acid helps to lower high homocysteine levels, associated with cardiovascular disease risk.
Folic Acid supplementation is recommended to cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Vitamin C
Strengthens the body's resistance to colds, flu, and chest infections.
Improves blood circulation and aids in forming red blood cells and preventing haemorrhaging.
Reduces allergic reactions, acts as an antihistamine. Helps to heal wounds and burns and fights bacterial infections.
Helps combat against the effects of heat fatigue during exercise.
Cannot be stored in the body and therefore must be supplemented. Particularly important to those who smoke, alcohol and smoking destroy vitamin C.
It has beneficial effects on the cells lining the inside of arteries, which allow the blood vessel walls to open and close in response to stimuli. Contributes to a healthy heart.
As a antioxidant, it scrubs blood vessels of harmful free radicals and prolong the effects of ageing.
Activates folic acid. Folic acid is good for pregnant women.
Protects thiamine, riboflavin, folic acid, pantothenic acid and vitamins A and E against oxidation as well as the oxidation of iron in the intestine.
Biotin
Biotin, classified as a B-complex vitamin is important for the metabolism of proteins and fats and amino acids
Biotin is an essential nutrient for healthy hair and a deficiency is characterised by hair loss.
Biotin is also essential for healthy skin and is used in the treatment of dermatitis.
The immune system is also dependent on sufficient biotin levels.
Biotin deficiency is known to impair blood glucose control and is therefore recommended for diabetics.
The use of anticonvulsants and antibiotics may deplete tissue stores of Biotin, indicating an increased requirement.
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