How It Works

Vitamin B1

Vitamin B1 helps the body’s cells convert carbohydrates into energy. It is also essential for glucose metabolism and for healthy functioning of the muscles, nerves and heart. Vitamin B1 plays an important role in the flow of electrolytes into and out of muscle and nerve cells. Vitamin B1 also supports the nervous system and optimizes cognitive activity and brain function. Specifically, vitamin B1 helps with GABA levels in the brain. GABA is associated with mood and anxiousness.

Vitamin B2

Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, is important for red blood cell production, cellular function, and energy production. Vitamin B2 helps the body absorb iron to form red blood cells. It is also converts protein, fats and carbohydrates into usable energy. In addition, vitamin B2 functions as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.

Niacin

Niacin nourishes the nervous and circulatory systems and supports the body's energy system. It helps the body utilize carbs, proteins and fats for energy efficiently. Niacin also supports joint health, helps create and repair DNA, promotes healthy blood circulation, and exerts antioxidant effects. Plus, niacin contributes to the maintenance of healthy skin and hair and may help skin to appear smoother and brighter. Niacin plays an important role in the building of keratin (a protein that maintains skin health) and may help boost skin hydration.

Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 helps activate over 100 different enzymes that help your body feel good. Vitamin B6 is also important for the production of energy and for normal brain and nervous system function. Plus, vitamin B6 offers cardiovascular support and may beneficially affect homocysteine levels. Vitamin B6 works synergistically with vitamin B12 and folate to break down homocysteine, an amino acid that can damage blood vessel linings. Last but not least, vitamin B6 gives us healthier hair, skin, liver and eyes.

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 plays a key role in healthy blood cell formation, energy metabolism and is also vital to the nervous system. Vitamin B12 supports proper nervous system function, prevents nerve damage, and helps maintain the fatty sheaths that cover and protect nerve endings. Vitamin B12 is also linked to the production of acetylcholine, a key neurotransmitter that aids memory, learning, and mood regulation. Plus, vitamin B12 works synergistically with vitamin B6 and folate to metabolize homocysteine, an amino acid that can damage blood vessel linings.

Your body can’t make vitamin B12 on its own, so it must be obtained from dietary sources or by supplementation. As you age, your body can become less capable of absorbing adequate amounts of some nutrients, including vitamin B12. Studies indicate that about 40% of the U.S. population suffers from some sort of vitamin B12 deficiency, either because they are not eating the types of foods that provide B12 or because they are unable to absorb enough of the vitamin through their intestines.