Question 1

why do b vitamins make me feel a buzz?

Accepted Answer

Maybe something else: Why are you taking b vitamins? What else is in the supplement? It it a USP certified product so you know exactly what is in the product. Are you taking too much. If you need vitamin bs, get them from whole foods. Stop supplementing.

Question 2

is there a need for b vitamins after 55?

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Yes: Vitamin levels start to decrease in our bodies over time due to age, stress, medical conditions, poor diet (since most americans do not eat well), trauma, and from medications that prevent absorption.  So yes, take a b complex to help you. You can also get your doctor to check you levels.  Aim for higher levels rather than the bottom of the normal range.  You will feel better.

Question 3

what b vitamins maximum dosages are safe?

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It depends: It depends on the specific b vitamin.

Question 4

what is the primary function of b vitamins?

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Rather than reinvent: B vitamins are necessary for cellular metabolism. Check out http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/b_vitamins for more info.

Question 5

which food has the highest amounts of b-vitamins?

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Varies: The b vitamins include thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folate, (folic acid) b6, vb12, biotin and pantothenic acid. Some foods are especially good sources of just one b vitamin, while other foods contain several of the b's. Luckily, b vits are widely distributed throughout the food supply, so if you're eating a varied, balanced diet that includes foods from all food groups, you're most likely getting what you need.

Question 6

what are the proven advantages of taking b vitamins?

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Probably none: A good diet should provide all the b vitamins you need.

Question 7

how and when are you supposed to take your b vitamins?

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You do not need them: You can take them any time you want. Most people take them in the morning. Imo, they are a waste of money.

Question 8

what is a good way to get b vitamins instead of vitamin pills?

Accepted Answer

B vitamins: Most b vitamins are in foods.  Some foods containing more b1, b2, b3 are fruits and vegetables.  Things like B12 are mostly only in animal products but this does include eggs.

Question 9

do people sometimes on b vitamins? if so, how easy is it to do?

Accepted Answer

Vitamins: The b vitamins are water soluble.  This means that if you take more than you need the body gets rid of them.  Vitamins a d e and k are fat soluble and can cause illness if taken in excess.

Question 10

how long will it take for b vitamins to start working and show effects?

Accepted Answer

B vitamins are among: The water-soluble group of vitamins; so the body needs adequate supply each day, especially if it is under physical/emotional stress. B vitamins work quickly (depending on what specific reason you're taking them). What effects are you expecting?

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