The family of B vitamins play a vital role in cell metabolism and the formation of red blood cells. They also help your body to use and create energy from the foods you eat. You can get B vitamins from proteins such as fish, poultry, meat, eggs, and dairy products. Leafy green vegetables, beans, and peas also have B vitamins. Many cereals and some breads (labeled fortified) have added B vitamins. If you are grocery shopping for foods that contain B vitamins, below you’ll find a breakdown of the essential B vitamins, their individual benefits, and their most common food sources. Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) – Thiamin allows the body to process carbohydrates and some proteins. Vitamin B1 can be found in: whole grain, enriched fortified products, bread and cereals. Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) – Riboflavin is key in metabolism and in the conversion of food into energy; it also helps to produce red blood cells. Vitamin B2 can be found in: milk, bread products, and fortified cereals.
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) – Niacin assists in digestion and the conversion of food into energy; it is also important in the production of good cholesterol. Vitamin B3 can be found in: meat, fish, poultry, enriched and whole grain breads, and fortified cereals. Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) – Pantothenic Acid is important in fatty acid metabolism. Vitamin B5 can be found in: chicken, beef, potatoes, oats, cereals, and tomatoes. Vitamin B6 (PYRIDOXINE) – Vitamin B6 is important for the nervous system; it also helps the body metabolize proteins and sugar. Vitamin B6 can be found in: fortified cereals, fortified soy products, and organ meats like liver. Vitamin B7 (Biotin) – Biotin helps the body synthesize fats, glycogen and amino acids. Vitamin B7 can be found in: liver, fruits, and meats. – Cobalamin is important in the production of red blood cells. It also helps in the maintenance of the central nervous system. Vitamin B12 can be found in: fish, poultry, meat, and fortified cereals.
If you’re having difficulty incorporating all of the foods listed above into your diet, Geritol® multivitamin contains 100% of the recommended daily value for vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12, plus niacin and folic acid – all in one easy-to-swallow multivitamin pill.U.S. National Library of Medicine. Retrieved from: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/bvitamins.html January 2, 2013. Food Sources for Vitamins and Minerals. /food-recipes/guide/vitamins-and-minerals-good-food-sources January 2, 2013.Home > Vitamins > Multivitamins Price:£16.00Earn Loyalty PointsStock Status: In stockProduct Code: GA998Qty: DescriptionIngredientsDirectionsWarningsCustomer Reviews (0)Mega Multiformerly known as Mega 2000 OUR BLENDMega Multi includes a host of nutrients including vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12 C, D3, E, K2 choline, bioflavonoids, PABA, biotin, folic acid, molybdenum, potassium, iron, zinc, lecithin, kelp, iodine, copper, manganese, alfalfa, l-glutamic, magnesium, selenium and chromium
WHY CHOOSE OUR MEGA MULTI MULTIVITAMIN SUPPLEMENT?Our Mega Multi Multivitamin comes in the form of a vegetable cellulose capsule. This enables us to offer a health supplement that contains the purest ingredients, there's no need for any unnecessary chemicals or excipients to bind the capsule together. Vegetable cellulose capsules are also designed specifically to break down naturally within the acid of your stomach, ensuring that the nutrients are absorbed during digestion.WHAT DOES IT DO?ENERGY LEVELS Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, and manganese and iodine contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism Vitamin B2, B3, B5, B6, B12 and C contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue GENERAL HEALTH Vitamin B2, C and E,, and manganese and zinc contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress Vitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise Vitamin A, B6, B12, C and D, and zinc contribute to the normal function of the immune system Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6, B12 and C, and iodine contribute to normal functioning of the nervous system Vitamin A, B2 and zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision Vitamin B1 contributes to the normal function of the heart MENTAL HEALTH Vitamin B1, B3
, B6, B12 and C contribute to normal psychological function Iodine and zinc contribute to normal cognitive function Vitamin B5 contributes to normal mental performance CHILDREN'S HEALTH Vitamin D is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children Iodine contributes to the normal growth of children MUSCULAR HEALTH Manganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissue Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function CELLS, BLOOD and HORMONES Vitamin A, B2 and B3 contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes Iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function Vitamin B6 and B12 contribute to normal homocysteine metabolism Vitamin B6 and B12 contribute to normal red blood cell formation Chromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels Vitamin B2 contributes to the maintenance of normal red blood cells Vitamin B12, D and zinc has a role in the process of cell division Chromium contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism Zinc contributes to normal protein synthesis Vitamin B6 contributes to normal cysteine synthesis Zinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis Zinc contributes to normal acid-base, carbohydrate, vitamin A, macronutrient and fatty acid metabolism Vitamin A has a role in the process of cell specialisation Vitamin B5 contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones
, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism Vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity BONE HEALTH Vitamin D, zinc and manganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth SEXUAL HEALTH Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood BEAUTY Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, skin and teeth Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails Vitamin A, B2, B3, and iodine and zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin INTERACTION WITH OTHER SUPPLEMENTS Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E Vitamin C increases iron absorption Vitamin A and B2 contribute to normal iron metabolism Vitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and