BioCare Vitasorb B (Micellised B Complex)

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Background

Vitasorb® B is a micellised preparation incorporating the unique Vitasorb® process for maximising absorption efficiency.

Micellised vitamins are absorbed far more efficiently than other forms of nutrients, and are therefore required in much lower doses.

Vitasorb vitamins can be taken sublingually (under the tongue) or added to water, fruit juice or milk. The Vitasorb range is free from additives and is suitable for allergic individuals.

Nutritional Information per Daily Intake (10 drops)

Niacin (vitamin B3) 9mg (50%); Vitamin B6 5mg (250%); Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 1.6mg (100); Thiamin (vitamin B1) 1.2mg (85.7%); Folic Acid 400mcg (200%); Vitamin B12 2mcg (200%). (% amounts related to EC RDA. Details believed to be correct as at 05/2006)

This product may have the following benefits

(please read this important notice concerning supplement medical claims)

Provides B vitamins with a high absorption rate.
Ideal with those who have difficulty swallowing capsules and tablets.
Can be taken sublingually (under the tongue) for those with gastrointestinal problems.
Ideal for individuals with malabsorption problems.
Detergent and surfactant free.
Suitable for children and the elderly.
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

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*We always recommend that you work in conjunction with your primary medical advisor, particularly if you have an existing medical condition, and that you do not take any products during pregnancy or breast-feeding without first referring to your primary medical advisor.

Suitable for Children, Vegetarians and Vegans

Recommended Intake

Ten drops of BioCare Vitasorb B in water, juice or milk taken daily with food or taken directly under the tongue or as professionally directed.

Allergen Information

None

Contra-indications

None known if recommended intake is followed

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Over the years, BioCare has been the first to introduce into the United Kingdom, and in some cases the world, a number of new and exciting nutrition ingredients, products and manufacturing processes.

BioCare uses the purest raw materials available in their manufacturing and wherever possible, produce their own ingredients, thus enabling them to maintain greater control over what goes into their products. The entire BioCare product range is designed to be hypoallergenic.

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Vitamins
Vitamins are vital for human life because they play integral roles in hundreds of life-sustaining biochemical reactions. Vitamins are the catalysts for all reactions using proteins, fats and carbohydrates for energy, growth and cell maintenance. Certain nutrients are required in excess of the typical amounts supplied in the diet depending on specific nutritional needs. Consuming dietary vitamin and mineral supplements may help play an important role in maintaining good health. For the most part, vitamins cannot be produced in the body and must be supplied through the diet or vitamin and mineral supplements.

Vitamin B
There are a large number of B vitamins - all involved in the process of the metabolism of living cells. Working with proteins, they serve as coenzymes in the various enzyme systems of the body. B vitamins must be replaced regularly because they are water-soluble and are not stored in the body to any extent. Also, because B vitamins work together synergistically, insufficient intake of one or more B vitamins can hamper the utilization of others, causing an imbalance to occur.

Vitamin B1 (thiamin) is a coenzyme involved in the metabolic pathway which converts carbohydrates such as glucose into energy. It is essential to help maintain the proper functioning of nerves, muscles, the heart and the brain.

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is a coenzyme that activates the breakdown and utilization of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. It is essential to help produce cellular energy. Riboflavin is closely related to the metabolism of protein and all functions requiring increases in protein such as growth. Riboflavin is also essential to help maintain healthy eyes.

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) serves several essential roles in the body. It is a coenzyme in protein metabolism. It is needed to help in the conversion of tryptophan to niacin. It is also needed to help in the formation of red blood cells. It facilitates the release of glycogen for energy from the liver and muscles. It also participates in the utilization of energy in brain and nervous tissue, thus being essential in helping to regulate the central nervous system.

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is the only vitamin that contains cobalt, a trace mineral. It is essential to help maintain the normal functioning of all body cells, especially those of the bone marrow, gastrointestinal tract, and nervous system. B12 is also necessary for forming red blood cells. The metabolism of vitamin B12 is closely correlated with folate (folic acid) metabolism.

Biotin (vitamin H) is an essential coenzyme that assists in the synthesis and oxidation of fatty acids. It also aids in the utilization of amino acids, folic acid, pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) and vitamin B12. It is also involved in the growth of healthy cells.

Choline is usually considered part of the vitamin B complex. It is a component of lecithin, which helps facilitate the movement of fat from the liver into cells. It must be present before vitamin A can be stored. Choline is manufactured from the dietary phosphatides found in lecithin.

Folic Acid functions as a coenzyme for approximately 20 enzymes. It works with vitamins B12 and C in the utilization of proteins. It is essential to the development of heme, the protein-containing iron in haemoglobin needed to form red blood cells. Folic acid may also help prevent neural tube defects in developing foetuses and is essential during pregnancy. Some folic acid is produced by intestinal bacteria.

Inositol is usually considered part of the vitamin B complex. Scientists believe that inositol, along with choline and several B vitamins, may help in the metabolism of fat in the body.

Niacin (vitamin B3) and niacinamide are both used by the body. Niacin is needed as a coenzyme in the production of energy. Niacin is essential to help maintain the health of skin, nerves and the digestive system.

Pantothenic acid plays a pivotal role in energy production from fat, carbohydrate and protein. It is involved in the formation of certain hormones and nerve regulating substances, and is particularly supportive of the adrenal glands.

For many people, nutritional supplementation can be an important and useful adjunct to a healthy diet. However, by no means should supplementation be a substitute for food and it should also be recognised that certain nutrients should be used within the recommended guidelines so as to reduce the possibility of toxicity or side effects.

This list is only offered as a general guide and is not to be viewed as a definitive statement on the subject of drug-nutrient interactions or toxicity.

Caution should always be used with individuals who are taking any form of drug therapy.

Ongoing research will no doubt turn up additional information on the relationship between optimum nutrient intake and overdose. If in doubt consult either an authoritative text such as Martindale, Merck Index or the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.

The following may serve as a useful guide to some of the more common contra-indications.

Vitamin B
Prolonged use of isolated B vitamins at high levels may induce a deficiency in some of the other B vitamins.

Individuals taking the drug L-Dopa should seek medical advice before taking B Complex.

High intakes of vitamin B Complex can cause stomach cramps, nausea and diarrhoea.

Vitamin B1 above 75mg daily must be supervised by a doctor in patients with diabetes and larger intakes (700-800mg) may cause drowsiness.

Vitamin B2 commonly causes a bright yellowing of the urine with larger intakes possibly affecting laboratory blood tests.

Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) intake above 100mg may aggravate stomach ulcers, glaucoma and diabetes with doses of one gram and above causing impairment of liver function in some individuals.

Niacin intake above 100mg daily may cause a temporary flushing sensation.

Vitamin B6 in large levels over 100mg daily for a long period may cause numbness in hands and feet together with headaches (peripheral neuritis)

Vitamin B6 above 20-30mg daily should be used only under supervision in pregnancy.

High intakes of folic acid may mask vitamin B12 deficiency and vice versa.

Individuals taking Methotrexate should avoid folic acid in doses of 1mg and above unless under supervision.

PABA (Para Amino Benzoic Acid) may interfere with the drug sulphonamide.

Vitamin B12 in high levels (mg doses) should be avoided in pregnancy and in children under the age of twelve unless clinically indicated.