B Complex Capsules

WHY CHOOSE A B-COMPLEX IN CAPSULE FORM?

B vitamins are crucial to health, yet according to recent statistics, most Canadian adults do not get the recommended daily intake of all of the B vitamins from diet alone. Compounding the problem is the fact that things such as genetics, age, pregnancy, dietary preferences, medical conditions, medications, and alcohol use all increase the body’s need for B vitamins.

The B family of vitamins, commonly referred to as "B-Complex", consists of eight essential water-soluble nutrients including; vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B3 (niacin), vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), vitamin B7 (biotin), vitamin B12 (cobalamin), and folate (or vitamin B9 / folic acid if in synthetic form). Collectively, B vitamins help the body metabolize fats, carbohydrates, and proteins to be converted into energy, support cell formation (including crucial red blood cells), promote a healthy nervous system, support brain health and hormone production, as well as enhance the body's stress response.

B-Complex Capsule Absorption

B-Complexes in capsule form are broken down faster than tablets; therefore, are absorbed more quickly into the bloodstream. Further, capsules also allow for more of the nutrients to be absorbed than tablets, which may make them more effective at correcting and preventing deficiency.

B-Complex Capsule Benefits

Capsules are easier to swallow, faster acting than tablets and do not have that strong characteristic flavor and odor that B vitamins in tablet form do. Capsules also offer excellent bioavailability; however, when it comes to a B-Complex, how much you actually absorb will be more a function on the form of B vitamins in the formula (synthetic or co-enzymated), as well as age, health status, and the efficacy of one's digestive tract.

B-Complex Capsule Dosing

Capsules, unlike tablets, liquids, and powders, do not offer much in the way of dosing flexibility. While the capsules themselves can be opened and the contents poured into a food or beverage, it's unfortunately extremely difficult to measure out a precise dose.

B-Complex Capsule Storage

The biggest downside of capsules is that they have a shorter shelf-life than tablets and they are also more vulnerable to the environment, so must be protected from light, moisture, heat, and humidity.

B-Complex Capsule Excipients

It’s important to note that the vast majority of capsules, be they gelatin or vegetable-based, use fillers, so make sure to look at the list of excipients (or non-medicinal ingredients) on the label. Of these, some common ones include magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, and titanium dioxide. While excipients may be necessary to prevent the contents from clumping, and to prolong shelf-life and potency, some excipients are more desirable than others, so be vigilant.

B-COMPLEX CAPSULES POTENCY & FORMS

B-Complex Capsule Potency

You can purchase a B-Complex in capsule form in a few different potencies such as 25, 50, 75, and 100 mg. Lower, more moderate-dose potencies can also be found and may be a better option for those taking multiple supplements containing B vitamins and are concerned with their total daily intake.

B-Complex Capsule Forms

B-Complex capsules are widely available in both the conventional synthetic form, as well as in the bioactive coenzyme form. While coenzyme vitamins offer the best absorption, conventional lab-made vitamins are more affordable and can effectively be converted to their active form and absorbed by most people.

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR B-COMPLEX IN CAPSULE FORM

Because B vitamins are water-soluble, they cannot be stored in the liver and fatty tissues to be used at a later date like fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) can. As such, it’s important to take your B-Complex capsules in divided doses to ensure your body gets a consistent supply of essential B’s throughout the day to support metabolism, optimize energy, and help you handle stress. Additionally, because B vitamins bolster energy, it's best not to take them at the end of the day or close to bedtime, to not disrupt your sleep cycle.