Review of B Complex pills and capsules

B complex

B complex is called a set of B vitamins. The number of B vitamins is 8 and they are: Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 ​​(pyridoxine), B12 (cobalamin), Folic Acid (folic acid) and Biotin. B-complex pills contain all the B vitamins.

B vitamins are one of the most important nutrients needed by the body and play very important roles. B. Complex for brain and memory activity, central nervous system, production of enzymes and some hormones, production of red blood cells and other blood components, digestion and absorption of food and their conversion into energy, coping and controlling stress, skin health and Hair and other items are required.

Vitamins B (B complex) are water-soluble vitamins, ie they are not stored in the body and need to be received daily through nutrition or as a dietary supplement, except for vitamin B12, which is stored in the liver. Becomes.



Deficiency of any of the B vitamins has a wide range of side effects and symptoms, for example, deficiency of folic acid and vitamin B12 leads to anemia, decreased body energy, dizziness, weakness and other problems.

Common symptoms of B vitamins deficiency include: Decreased energy and premature fatigue, muscle weakness, decreased memory and learning ability, mood swings, hair loss, insomnia, irritability, lack of stress control and more.

Severe and chronic deficiency of B vitamins can even cause serious and fatal problems. For example, deficiency of vitamin B1 causes beriberi disease. In this disease, the nervous system is destroyed and if not treated properly, it can lead to death. Or severe deficiency of vitamin B3 (niacin) causes plague disease. In the past, plague disease was observed among people whose main part of their diet was corn and suffered from malnutrition and vitamin B3 deficiency.

Of course, it is rare today for anyone to get beriberi or plague, except in completely disadvantaged areas such as parts of Africa where humans are severely malnourished and malnourished.



Daily requirement of B vitamins:

The recommended daily allowance for adults is:

1.5 mg of vitamin B1, 1.7 mg of vitamin B2, 20 mg of vitamin B3, 10 mg of vitamin B5, 2 mg of vitamin B6, 300 micrograms of biotin, 400 micrograms of folic acid and 6 micrograms of vitamin B12

Food sources of B vitamins:

Food sources that contain B vitamins include wheat germ and other whole grains such as barley and rice, potatoes, liver, fish, legumes, eggs and nuts such as walnuts, almonds, etc.

Is B vitamin deficiency common today and do you need to take B-complex pills?

Due to poor nutrition, reduced quality of food, stress and lifestyle today, deficiency of B-complex vitamins is observed in some people. We examine the following cases and people who are more prone to B-deficiency vitamins:



Vegetarians: Vitamin B12 is found only in animal food sources such as meat and vegetarians are deficient in it.

People over the age of 50: With increasing age, the absorption of B vitamins, especially B12, through the gastrointestinal tract decreases, and it is recommended that people over the age of 50 use B-complex supplements under the supervision of a physician or nutritionist.

Pregnancy: Pregnancy increases the need for B vitamins, especially folic acid. Research shows that consuming 800 to 1000 micrograms of folic acid during pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of miscarriage. Doctors generally recommend taking folic acid pills during pregnancy.

Stress: B vitamins help the body and adrenal glands to cope and control stress, especially vitamin B5, which is called anti-stress vitamin. People who have stressful lives or jobs, both physically and mentally, need more vitamins. B5 are. The adrenal glands use vitamin B5 to produce the hormone cortisol.



Athletes: Athletes, especially those who exercise regularly, need more nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins, especially B-complex.

Hair Loss: Most people who experience hair loss are deficient in zinc, biotin and vitamin B5, but hair loss has many different causes.

Taking certain medications, such as aspirin: Long-term use of some medications, such as aspirin and other anticoagulants, anti-reflux drugs, and others can deplete the stores of vitamins B6, B12, and folic acid, if your doctor prescribes long-term use. Prescribe and consult with him to use B-complex supplements to compensate for B vitamin deficiency.

B-complex supplements:

Different types of B-complex supplements in the form of capsules and tablets are produced and offered by different companies. In this section, we will review the common samples that are available in Iranian pharmacies and are mostly prescribed by doctors:

 Bakanasan Complex B Pills: This product is made in Germany and the amount of B vitamins in each pill is equal to the amount of daily requirement of an adult (RDA-Recommended Dietary Allowance), so its consumption is suitable for most people. It is because it contains a small amount of B-complex vitamins.

The usual course of taking this pill is to help supply B vitamins for 3 months and 2 tablets daily, one with breakfast and one with lunch.

This B-complex pill is not suitable for those who are deficient in vitamin B12 because it contains only 1 microgram of vitamin B12, which is a very small amount.



Eurho Vital B-complex capsules: This product is also made in Germany, the amount of B-complex vitamins in it is significantly more than Bacanasan tablets and more than the daily requirement of an adult and is a suitable supplement for Those who are deficient in B vitamins.

How to use it is one capsule daily after a meal and its usual consumption period is 2 months.

Nutri Force B Complex B Pill: This product is made in the United States and contains the recommended amount of B vitamins for an adult per day.

The usual period of taking Nutri Force tablets daily is one for 3 months.

B vitamins are water-soluble vitamins and their excess is easily excreted in the urine, but always be sure to consult your doctor before taking any dietary supplement.