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Vitamin
B Complex
Vitamin B complex is a
supplemental combination of 8 B vitamins, all of them are
water soluble, and play a key role in several bodily
functions.
The vitamin B-complex group includes B1 (thiamin), B2
(riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B6 (pyridoxine),
B12 (cobalamin),
folic acid, pantothenic acid,
biotin.
Where is it found?
Vitamin B complex is found in meat, poultry, eggs, cereal
grains, legumes, fish, milk and fresh vegetables. These
sources vary in which B vitamin they have.
There are other sources of
Vitamin B complex. These are also
available in tablet or capsule form as supplements.
Symptoms Of Deficiency/Side Effects
Vitamin B complex helps in the healthy functioning of the
immune and nervous system. It helps in the production of red
blood cells and prevents anemia.
Pernicious anemia, Pellagra and
Beriberi are among the more common results of a
Vitamin B
complex deficiency. Although these deficiencies are uncommon
they do occur due to not eating certain foods or over eating
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