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Get the best Vitamin B supplements at Apollo Pharmacy

Eating a balanced diet in today’s fast-paced world is often not an easy task. You are running from one errand to another, skipping your meals and expending as much energy as possible. 
This can easily lead to Vitamin B deficiency. This is an even greater possibility if you are on a strict vegetarian or vegan diet or have recently been on medications like proton pump inhibitors.
Vitamin B deficiency can put you at risk for digestive system issues, anemia, infections, skin diseases and peripheral neuropathy. So, why risk it when you can easily add Vitamin B supplements to your diet?
Apollo 24/7 offers a wide range of choices of Vitamin B supplements to choose from. 

When should you get Vitamin B supplements?

Vitamin B is necessary for bodily enzymes to work efficiently. It's essential for proper cellular functioning, carbs breakdown and transportation of nutrients across the body. 
It's deficiency can lead to some pronounced symptoms like:
-Tingling and numbness in your hands and feet
-Rashes on your skin
-Constipation
-Cracks around your mouth
-Diarrhea
-Chapped or scaly skin on your lips
-Abdominal cramps
-Swollen tongue
-Nausea
-Weakness and fatigue
-Depression or irritability
-Confusion
-Anemia

If you notice these symptoms, you should talk to your healthcare practitioner. In most cases, your doctor will prescribe the necessary supplements for your Vitamin B deficiency,

Health benefits of Vitamin B supplements

Vitamin B is responsible for your well-being and good health. It's an essential building block of your body and directly impacts your energy levels, cell metabolism and brain function. 
It also keeps infections on the bay and promotes:
-Muscle tone
-Eyesight
-Cell health
-Cardiovascular health
-Growth of RBCs or red blood cells
-Appetite
-Digestion
-Cholesterol and hormones production
-Adequate nerve function

Vitamin B is crucial for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. It ensures the reduction of congenital disabilities and assists in the proper brain development of the child. It also helps ease nausea and reduces the risk of developing preeclampsia. 

So, if you are pregnant, 50 years or older, suffering from chronic medical conditions, consuming long-term medications or are on a meat-free diet, then it’s time you supplementation to aid your health. 
However, talk to your healthcare provider before taking any such supplements.
 

Frequently asked questions

Vitamin B is one of the most essential nutrients required for the normal functioning of the human body. Some of the top natural sources which offer Vitamin B in abundance are:
-Seafood such as salmon and trout
-Oysters, clams and mussels
-Meat (particularly liver), chicken, turkey, pork and beef
-Eggs
-Poultry
-Dairy products like milk and yoghourt
-Leafy vegetables
-Legumes
-Nutritional yeast
-Fortified cereal
-Sunflower seeds

Vitamin B helps in the proper and healthy functioning of the brain. So, if your body lacks the requirement for Vitamin B, it will lead to neurological issues like tingling and numbing in limbs, balance issues, forgetfulness, mental confusion, etc. 

The body does not produce vitamin B12, but it is received through natural foods like eggs, clams, milk, meat, beef liver, breakfast cereal, poultry, etc. It's also easily found in supplemental forms. It enhances memory, boosts energy, synthesizes DNA, improves bone health and nerve function and prevents heart diseases. 
On the other hand, the Vitamin B complex comprises all 8 types of Vitamin B. Vitamin B12 is one part of this complex family. Other vitamins that make up the Vitamin B complex are Thiamine (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3), Panthothenic acid (B5), Pyridoxine (B6), Biotin (B7), and Folic acid (B9).

Vitamin B complex supplements can sure offer you many advantages, encouraging the growth of red blood cells, good eyesight, cardiovascular health, decent appetite, proper nerve function, etc. it may also cause some complex reactions like:
-Rashes
-Dizziness
-Vomiting
-Stomach cramps
-Itchiness
-Trouble breathing
-High blood sugar levels

Vitamin B complex is best when taken early in the morning with breakfast. It will help generate energy from the food you consume, which can ruin your sleep if consumed later in the day. 
You may eat the supplements for at least 2 weeks for health benefits.