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Basic B Complex

8 easily-absorbed B vitamins, plus Choline – packed into one capsule for a simple way to promote neurological function and cellular energy production.

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Product insights

  • Thorne's Basic B Complex provides B vitamins in their active, tissue-ready forms, such as methylcobalamin (B12) and pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (B6), ensuring optimal absorption and utilization, especially beneficial for individuals with impaired conversion pathways.
  • This comprehensive formula supports cellular energy production by providing essential B vitamins that act as coenzymes in the Krebs cycle, facilitating the conversion of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into usable energy (ATP).
  • Basic B Complex includes choline, an essential nutrient that supports neurological function by contributing to the synthesis of acetylcholine, a key neurotransmitter involved in memory, muscle control, and other vital processes.
  • The inclusion of L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate (L-5-MTHF), the active form of folate, ensures optimal folate status, which is crucial for healthy red blood cell formation and neurological health, particularly for individuals with MTHFR gene polymorphisms.

Suggested use

From the manufacturer
Take 1 capsule one to three times daily or as recommended by a health-care practitioner.

What it supports

5 benefits
  • Promotes cellular energy production and vitality
  • Supports a healthy nervous system function
  • Enhances the metabolism of fats and proteins
  • Supports healthy red blood cell formation
  • Promotes optimal cognitive function

What's in it

Per serving
Ingredient
Amount
% Daily Value
Thiamin (as Thiamin HCl)
110 mg
**
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium)
10 mg
**
Niacin (130 mg as Niacinamide and 10 mg as Niacin)
140 mg
**
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate)
10 mg
**
Folate (400 mcg as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate from L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt)
667 mcg DFE
**
Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin)
400 mcg
**
Biotin
400 mcg
**
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate)
110 mg
**
Choline (as Choline Citrate)
28 mg
**
Other ingredients: Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Calcium Laurate, Leucine, Magnesium Citrate, Silicon Dioxide.
** Daily Value not established.

The research

3 cited studies
1.
B Vitamins and Energy Metabolism

Research indicates that B vitamins play a crucial role in energy metabolism by acting as coenzymes in various metabolic pathways, including the Krebs cycle, which is essential for ATP production.

2.
Methylcobalamin (B12) and Neurological Function

Studies suggest that methylcobalamin, the active form of B12, supports neurological function and nerve health more effectively than cyanocobalamin, especially in individuals with B12 deficiencies.

3.
L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate (L-5-MTHF) and Folate Bioavailability

Research demonstrates that L-5-MTHF is a more bioavailable form of folate compared to folic acid, particularly for individuals with MTHFR gene polymorphisms, ensuring optimal folate status for various physiological processes.