B-Complex #12 offers a complete vitamin B complex, with
added vitamin B-12 and folate. Supplementing with the active forms of the B
vitamins is extremely important to everyone, especially individuals who might
not be able to convert non-active B vitamins to their active forms in the liver
because of compromised liver function, poorly functioning enzymes, digestive
disorders, or increasing age.* Vitamin B12 and folate are necessary for normal
red blood cell formation, tissue and cellular repair, normal methylation and
homocysteine metabolism, and DNA synthesis.* Thorne's B-Complex #12 supplies
the active form of vitamin B12 – methylcobalamin – as well as the active form
of folate – 5-MTHF. The other bioactive forms of the B vitamins in each capsule
ensures you will get the most bioavailable vitamin B complex available.*
B-Complex #12 is not derived from yeast. Most of the B vitamins, with the
exception of vitamin B12, are not stored in the body; consequently, they must
be acquired daily from the diet in order to maintain optimal health.* Vitamin
B12 deficiency can be manifest with varying degrees of mental changes, such as
confusion and irritability.* Certain prescription medications (for seizures,
diabetes, arthritis, and cancer) can cause a deficiency of these important
vitamins. The incidence of vitamin B12 and/or folate deficiency is high among
the elderly. Pregnant women require an increased amount of folate for proper
fetal development.* A woman who has a folate deficiency prior to pregnancy can
expect that deficiency to be intensified during pregnancy. B Complex #12
includes eight water-soluble B vitamins: thiamin (vitamin B1);
riboflavin/riboflavin 5'-phosphate (vitamin B2); niacinamide (vitamin B3);
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5); pyridoxine/pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (vitamin B6);
methylcobalamin (vitamin B12); 5-MTHF (folate); and biotin; plus choline.
Although each B vitamin is chemically distinct, they often work synergistically
in various biochemical functions throughout the body – from cellular energy production,
to healthy red blood cell formation, to healthy neurological function.* A
nutritional supplement that contains these active cofactors has enhanced
bioavailability, ensuring the body gets the nutrients it needs.
