B complex vitamins

B complex vitamins,

a large group of water-soluble nutrients that includes thiamine (vitamin B₁), cyanocobalamin (vitamin B₁₂), niacin (vitamin B₃), pyridoxine (vitamin B₆), riboflavin (vitamin B₂), biotin, folic acid, and pantothenic acid. The B complex vitamins are essential, for example, for the conversion of simple carbohydrates like glucose and the carbon skeletons of amino acids into energy, and for the metabolism of fats and proteins. Good sources include brewer's yeast, liver, whole grain cereals, nuts, eggs, meats, fish, and vegetables. Because some B complex vitamins are produced by intestinal bacteria, taking antibiotics may destroy these bacteria. Symptoms of vitamin B deficiency include nervousness, depression, insomnia, neuritis, anemia, alopecia, acne or other skin disorders, and hypercholesterolemia. See also specific vitamins.

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Patient discussion about B complex vitamins.

Q. I took vitamin B on an empty stomack and then had coffee. it gave me a terrible Stomach ache. why?

A. hi again! you should take them right after a meal. those pills are vary concentrated and some of the B vitamins are acidic. taking it without eating first will get your stomach protesting ...as you well saw...

Q. When is the best time to take vitamin B complex? I mean- after / before a meal? with what foods? etc.

A. vitamin B complex is acidic, you might want to take it right after meals. i tried taking it on an empty stomach and got a terrible nausea...

Q. How can vegetarians get more B Vitamins in their diet? Are there any recommended foods? I like these green drinks that claim to have B12 and B6, but was wondering if you have any more advice on increasing Vitamin B.

A. if the vegetarian eats dairy products -they also have B-12. you can also find it in raisin bran, eggs (if they eat that as well.
Vitamin B-12 is provided as a supplement in many processed foods, and is also available in vitamin pill form, including multi-vitamins.