As a complex, the B vitamins are essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system and are perhaps the most important nutritional factor for healthy nerve cells. The B vitamins also play a role in the conversion of carbohydrates into energy, in the metabolism of fats and protein, and in the maintenance of muscle tone in the GI tract. The B vitamins support the integrity of the skin, hair, and liver. Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is important in amino acid metabolism, hemoglobin formation, nerve impulse transmissions, and hormone synthesis. Pyridoxine is an important coenzyme in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, and the elongation of essential fatty acids. It is required for the production of antibodies and red blood cells. Vitamin B12 and folate are interrelated in function. They convert carbohydrates into energy, and are vital in the metabolism of fats and protein. Folic acid is essential for normal fetal neural development. Folate functions with B12 and ascorbic acid in the breakdown and utilization of proteins. It is necessary for the growth and reproduction of red and white blood cells, the formation of nucleic acids, the conversion of homocysteine to methionine, and the production of gastric HCl. Niacin, a coenzyme which assists in the breakdown and utilization of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. Niacin also reduces serum lipids and is involved in the synthesis of sex hormones and the formation of skin and digestive tissues. This combination will reduce serum level of harmful homocysteine level and protect you from damaging Atherosclerosis.

Numerous studies over the last couple of decades have demonstrated that elevations in homocysteine lead to an increased risk of heart attack, stroke and phlebitis. Homocysteine can be safely and easily lowered in most cases with proper supplementation with folic acid, B6 and B12.

In the November 29th, 2001 issue of the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine a study was reported on concerning angioplasty. This double blinded control study involved 205 patients, half of the patients were treated with folic acid (1,000 micrograms), B12 (400 micrograms) and B6 (100 mg) daily while the other group received inactive placebo. The study was conducted for 6 months after each patient underwent angioplasty. In the group treated with the B vitamins, restenosis (reblockage) of the arteries occurred in just under 20% of patients compared to nearly 38% of patients who developed restenosis who took the placebo. Patients that took the vitamins also had fewer cardiac events such as heart attacks in the months following their procedure.

1. Rimm EB, Willett WC, Hu FB, et al. Folate and vitamin B6 from diet and supplements in relation to risk of coronary heart disease among women. JAMA. 1998;279:359-364.

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