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:: Benefits of the B-Vitamins

	Function	Therapeutic Use
B1 (Thiamine)	Needed for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins Specifically needed for the carbohydrate metabolism of the brain	Heart Disease Nausea & Vomiting of Pregnancy Decrease Gastrointestinal Movement Alcoholism Carpel Tunnel Syndrome Tingling, Burning, Numbness
B2 (Riboflavin)	Birth control pills decrease the amounts of B2 in the body Helpful for fat & glucose metabolism Needed for the production of corticosteroids and thyroid regulation of the body	Stress Heart Disease Fatigue Skin Problems Muscle Cramps Cold Sores Depression Migraines Rheumatoid Arthritis
B3 (Niacin)	Used in the reactions that employ carbohydrate, fat and protein pathways Helpful in the detoxification of alcohol consumption	Osteo/Rhematoid Arthritis Type 1 Diabetes High Cholesterol Anxiety Depression Insomnia Alcoholism
B5 (Pantothenic Acid)	Required for the proper functioning of the adrenals Involved in the synthesis of cholesterol Essential for the formation of hemoglobin Needed in the transmission of nerve impulses and detoxification of some medications	Fatigue Depression Migraines Digestive Problems Muscle Cramps Skin Problems Heart Disease Stress Rheumatoid Arthritis Allergies Asthma
B6 (Pyridoxine)	Facilitates the synthesis of purines, components of DNA Formation of RBC and WBCs	Candida Constipation Prevention of Neural Tube Defects Heart Disease Stroke Osteo/Rheumatoid Arthritis Cervical, Lung, Colon Cancers Acne Depression Infertility Headaches
B12 (Cobalamin)	Cofactor required for the synthesis of DNA Involved in carbohydrate metabolism which is the basic fuel for the brain	Fatigue Confusion Memory Moodiness
Biotin	Required in the synthesis of fatty acids May be involved in the synthesis and release of insulin	Skin Problems Blood Sugar Control Hair Loss or Graying Nail Problems Candida
Reference: Medical Nutrition from Marz & Principles & Practices of Nutrition, Appleton