What are the benefits of taking vitamin B?
Disease description:
My father has recently been insisting that I take vitamin B complex tablets with him, saying there are many benefits, but when I ask what those benefits are, he can't explain them clearly. I became quite curious, so I'm wondering, what are the benefits of taking vitamin B?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Benefits of Taking Vitamin B:
1. Energy Metabolism: Vitamin B is involved in the body's energy production process, especially B1, B2, B3, and B5, which act as coenzymes in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, helping convert food into energy and maintaining normal body functions.
2. Nervous System Health: Vitamins B6, B9, and B12 are important for nervous system health. They help form the myelin sheath that protects nerve fibers and participate in neurotransmitter synthesis, influencing emotional stability and cognitive function.
3. Additional Benefits: In addition to the above, taking vitamin B can improve skin health, regulate endocrine function, and inhibit melanin production. Certain components of the B vitamin family can improve rough skin texture and lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the body, helping to protect cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health.
4. Skin and Vision Health: Vitamins B2 and B3 have positive effects on skin health, helping to improve skin inflammation and pigmentation; vitamin B2 also benefits eye health and helps prevent corneal diseases.
Excessive intake of vitamin B may cause adverse reactions or toxicity. Therefore, when taking vitamin B supplements, it is important to follow the advice of a doctor or nutritionist to ensure intake remains within a safe range.
