- Vitamin B12 in its active methylated form
- Correct functions of the nervous system
- Correct blood-forming processes
- Healthy skin, hair and nails
- Improved cognitive functions
- Increased digestive comfort
- Support of intestinal microflora
- Regulation of metabolism
- Antioxidant activity
- Improved resistance to stress
- GMO-free
Garden of Life Raw B-Complex is a dietary supplement containing a complex of B vitamins, including methylated vitamin B12 and folate; a blend of digestive enzymes, probiotic bacteria and yeast (Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Lactobacillus plantarum, Saccharomyces cerevisiae); and vegetables and fruits from certified organic cultivation. The product is completely vegan.
Thiamine in the form of pyrophosphate (TPP) as a prosthetic group of the enzymes pyruvate dehydrogenase, α-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase and transketolase, takes an active part in the citric acid (Krebs) cycle, which plays a very important role in the metabolism of carbohydrates and fatty acids. Hence the greater need for vitamin B1 in a high-carbohydrate diet, and its deficiency leads to neurological disorders and abnormal blood glucose levels.
Riboflavin, in the form of the coenzymes flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) and flavin mononucleotide (FMN), is part of the flavin enzymes. Thus, vitamin B2 participates in oxidation and reduction processes in the body, conditioning nutrient metabolism and energy production.
Riboflavin interacts with vitamin A in maintaining normal functions of mucous membranes and skin. A classic symptom of riboflavin deficiency is cracking of the lips and corners of the mouth and mucositis. More serious effects of deficiency are the development of anemia and decreased production of heme (blood pigment).
Niacin, in its coenzymatic form: NAD and NADP, participates in the transfer of hydrogen atoms in numerous metabolic transformations, including tissue respiration and glycolysis. Vitamin B3 is necessary for the health of the nervous system - it is used, among other things, in the treatment of schizophrenia. In addition, it has antioxidant properties, increasing the activity of glutathione reductase. Thus, niacin promotes the inactivation and excretion of xenobiotics from the body (some drugs and toxins are conjugated with glutathione).
Pyridoxine, or vitamin B6, in its active, coenzymatic phosphate forms, is involved in, among other things, amino acid metabolism - decarboxylation, racemization and other reactions. Pyridoxine, participating in the formation of antibodies, affects the strengthening of the body's immunity. It is essential for the synthesis of porphyrins, among others present in hemoglobin, and its deficiency leads to the development of deficiency anemia. Another effect of vitamin B6 deficiency is faster aging of neurons.
Folate perform a number of important functions in the body. First of all, they are essential for normal cell division, carrying one-carbon fragments for the synthesis and methylation of RNA and DNA, hence it is particularly important to have proper folate levels in intensely dividing tissues, including the developing fetus, so it is mandatory for pregnant women and those planning pregnancy to supplement.
Folate is involved in the metabolism of amino acids, including homocysteine, leading to lower levels. Lowering homocysteine levels is a desirable action from the point of view of preventing lifestyle diseases, especially cardiovascular disease. Folate deficiency contributes to abnormal cell division, the development of anemia and depression.
Methylcobalamin is a bioactive form of vitamin B12, naturally occurring in the body. Vitamin B12 is needed by every cell in the body, participating in methylation reactions (similar to folate). With the participation of vitamin B12, the remethylation of homocysteine to methionine takes place. It is also essential for the proper formation of erythrocytes, and its deficiency leads to the development of megaloblastic anemia. Vitamin B12 is also of great importance for the health of the nervous system, due to its involvement in the formation of myelin sheaths.
Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, as a coenzyme, is an essential component of certain enzymes in the carboxylase group, including acetyl-CoA carboxylase and pyruvate carboxylase. Carboxylases condition many important metabolic changes, including gluconeogenesis and fatty acid synthesis.
Biotin has a beneficial effect on the appearance of skin and hair. Among other things, the presence of sulfur in the biotin molecule is responsible for this effect. Vitamin B7 supports the processes of producing keratin, whose proteins contain large amounts of sulfur amino acids. Biotin also participates in the processes of differentiation of epidermal cells and those that build hair and nails. Biotin deficiency manifests itself in dermatitis, excessive brittleness of hair and nails, and disorders of fat metabolism.
Pantothenic acid in the form of coenzyme A (CoA) is essential for proper fatty acid metabolism, synthesis of certain neurotransmitters and hormones. Vitamin B5 effectively supports the body's antioxidant barrier - it leads to an increase in glutathione levels and, according to animal model studies, can inhibit lipid peroxidation processes.
The blend of organic vegetables and fruits provides a wealth of health-promoting phytochemicals - phytophilenols, including, most notably, flavonoids. Flavonoids are a group of compounds with scientifically proven antioxidant, vascular endothelial strengthening, anti-aggregation, anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. They show synergism of action with vitamin C.
Bacteria and more expensive probiotic bacteria - Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Lactobacillus plantarum, Saccharomyces cerevisiae support the normalization of the intestinal microflora. They impede the colonization and survival of pathogenic bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, and have a beneficial effect on immunity and digestive comfort. Intestinal balance is also important for reducing mood disorders and depression.
Digestive enzymes support the action of natural enzymes in the digestive tract, facilitating and improving digestive processes. Properly digested food has a beneficial effect on the state of bacterial microflora and is well absorbed by the body. Taking digestive enzymes with a meal will bring the most benefits - it will protect against the feeling of heaviness and digestive discomfort. Digestive enzymes can also be helpful in alleviating food intolerances.
In conclusion, Garden of Life Raw B-Complex is a complex dietary supplement recommended to supplement the diet with B vitamins, especially for people with busy and stressful lifestyles, those who do mental work, to improve cognitive function, for a plant-based diet, and as part of health-promoting prevention.