Benefits of the B-Vitamins
|
Function |
Therapeutic Use |
B1 (Thiamine) |
Needed for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins for energy
Specifically needed for the carbohydrate metabolism of the brain |
Heart Disease
Nausea & Vomiting of Pregnancy
Decrease Gastrointestinal Movement
Alcoholism
Carpel Tunnel Syndrome
Tingling, Burning, Numbness |
B2 (Riboflavin) |
Birth control pills decrease the amounts of B2 in the body
Helpful for fat & glucose metabolism
Needed for the production of corticosteroids and thyroid regulation of the body |
Stress
Heart Disease
Fatigue
Skin Problems
Muscle Cramps
Cold Sores
Depression
Migraines
Rheumatoid Arthritis |
B3 (Niacin) |
Used in the reactions that employ carbohydrate, fat and protein pathways
Helpful in the detoxification of alcohol consumption |
Osteo/Rhematoid Arthritis
Type 1 Diabetes
High Cholesterol
Anxiety
Depression
Insomnia
Alcoholism |
B5 (Pantothenic Acid) |
Required for the proper functioning of the adrenals
Involved in the synthesis of cholesterol
Essential for the formation of hemoglobin
Needed in the transmission of nerve impulses and detoxification of some medications |
Fatigue
Depression
Migraines
Digestive Problems
Muscle Cramps
Skin Problems
Heart Disease
Stress
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Allergies
Asthma |
B6 (Pyridoxine) |
Required for the synthesis of neurotransmitters
Needed in the conversion of linoleic acid to GLA (an essential fatty acid)
Involved in the development of the protective myelin sheath surrounding nerve cells |
PMS
Fatigue
Heart Disease
Depression
Cold Sores
Anemia
Nausea & Vomiting of Pregnancy |
B9
(Folic Acid) |
Facilitates the synthesis of purines, components of DNA
Formation of RBC and WBCs
|
Candida
Constipation
Prevention of Neural Tube Defects
Heart Disease
Stroke
Osteo/Rheumatoid Arthritis
Cervical, Lung, Colon Cancers
Acne
Depression
Infertility
Headaches |
B12 (Cobalamin) |
Cofactor required for the synthesis of DNA
Involved in carbohydrate metabolism which is the basic fuel for the brain |
Fatigue
Confusion
Memory
Moodiness |
Biotin |
Required in the synthesis of fatty acids
May be involved in the synthesis and release of insulin |
Skin Problems
Blood Sugar Control
Hair Loss or Graying
Nail Problems
Candida |
Reference: Medical Nutrition from Marz & Principles & Practices of Nutrition, Appleton |
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