Let's “B” Perfectly Frank! – Your Health Detective

Scientifically Speaking…

According to an impressive 14-year study conducted in Japan, the following are the health benefits of specific “B” vitamins that you should know about:

When folate is high:
- A man’s chance of a heart attack is cut in half.
- A woman’s risk of heart attack drops by 43%.
- A woman’s risk of stroke drops by more than a third.
When vitamin B₆ is high:
- A man’s chance of heart attack is reduced by over 60%.
- A woman’s risk of heart attack drops by more than 50%.
- A woman’s risk of stroke drops by more than a third.

Yes, eating red meat will get you vitamin B₁₂, however, for those over the age of 50, supplemental “B” supplementation is recommended, and in my experience, absolutely necessary.

Synchronicity Matters…

Folate, vitamin B₆ and vitamin B₁₂ work in synchronicity (together). They produce red blood cells, make nerves function, and reduce homocysteine levels. Studies show that vitamin B₁₂ deficiency leads to dangerously high homocysteine, especially in vegetarians. Homocysteine is the amino acid that causes cardiovascular disease when levels are greatly elevated.

Additionally, when homocysteine levels are elevated, you become a good candidate for Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, and a list of birth-related disorders.

Most vegetarians have very high homocysteine levels and are a high risk for a vitamin “B” deficiency. If you take medications such as antibiotics or birth control pills, your risk of vitamin B deficiency and high homocysteine literally skyrocket.

What EXACTLY is the Function of Bs?

The following chart should answer most of your questions regarding each vitamin B and their specific role. When you purchase a B complex, for example, it means all of the nutrients listed are included in one tablet as indicated below:

B Vitamin	Function	Sources
Vitamin B1 Thiamine	Circulation, blood support, brain support	Organ meat, yeast, peas, pork, beans
Vitamin B2 Riboflavin	Healthy blood cells, antibodies	Meat, poultry, fish, nuts, kidney, liver, green vegetables
Vitamin B3 Niacin	Circulation health, nervous system support, skin health	Lean meats, nuts, legumes and potatoes
Vitamin B5 Pantothenic Acid	Adrenal hormone support, antibodies, stamina	Eggs, pork, beef, fish, milk, and most fruits/vegetables
Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine	Brain/immune system support, mild diuretic	Chicken, fish, kidney, liver, eggs, bananas, lima beans and walnuts
Vitamin B7 Biotin	Cell growth, metabolism of carbohydrates/fats/proteins	Liver, egg yolks, nuts, cauliflower, milk and legumes
Vitamin B8 Inositol	Hair, cholesterol support	Heart, fruit, milk, nuts, meat and vegetables
Vitamin B9 Folic Acid	Energy, red blood cells, immunity	Beef, lamb, pork, chicken liver, eggs, green leafy vegetables and salmon
Vitamin B12 Cyanocobalamin	Nerve support, healthy digestion, cell support	Lamb, beef, herring, mackerel, liver, oysters, poultry, clams and eggs

B…ing Proactive…

In order to protect your health from the risks listed in this article, eat foods high in folate, vitamin B₆ and B₁₂ every day. In addition, use a vitamin “B” supplement that is a balanced ratio of the entire Bs”. I use and recommend a B-100 tablet taken at least twice a day with meals for those over age 50, and a B-50 tablet taken at least twice a day for those under age 50. At times of accelerated stress, each dose listed should be increased to one tablet with each meal. Always take your “Bs” with food for better absorption.

Your Health Detective:

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EcoErgonomist, Wholistic Rejuvenist

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