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A randomized trial of high-dose B vitamins including B12, B6, and folic acid, suggest the rate of brain atrophy may be slowed by treatment in elderly people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The trial included 168 participants, age 70 years and older. The treatment group, 85 participants, were supplemented with homocysteine-lowering B vitamins: folic acid, vitamin B12, and vitamin B6. The remaining 83 participants were given a placebo to provide a control group. Both groups were given MRI’s before and after the study. The mean rate of brain atrophy after 2 years was 1.08% for the control group and .76% for the treatment group. Supplementation dosage used was 800mcg folic acid, 500mcg cyanocobalamin (B12), and 20mg of pyridoxine HCL (B6).
Since it is sometimes difficult to know which vitamin B supplement to recommend, here is a list of the ingredients and common uses in some of your options to supplement with B vitamins:
B12-2000
Contains 800mcg of folic acid, 2000mcg of vitamin B12 as hydroxocobalamin, and 2.5mg of vitamin B6 as pyridoxal-5-phosphate. Each bottle provides 60 days (1 lozenge/day) of nutritional support to help maintain adequate vitamin B12, folic acid, and B6 levels. This great tasting lozenge allows for sublingual uptake of B12 which has been demonstrated to be an effective means of delivery of this important nutrient. This one is also great for seniors and children.
Bio-B 100
A low-dose multiple B vitamin complex supplying the phosphorylated forms of vitamins B1, B2, and B6 along with the antioxidant enzymes SOD and catalase. Uses include sensitivities to light, sound and smell, night sweats, HCL insufficiency, burning feet, adrenal dysfunction, and lack of energy.
Bio-B 100
A low-dose multiple B vitamin complex supplying the phosphorylated forms of vitamins B1, B2, and B6 along with the antioxidant enzymes SOD and catalase. Uses include sensitivities to light, sound and smell, night sweats, HCL insufficiency, burning feet, adrenal dysfunction, and lack of energy.
Bio-B Complex
A high-potency B complex with SOD and catalase. This complex is for short term use, up to 30 days with recovery from serious debilitation, alcoholism, and homocystinuria.
Bio-B with C
Similar to Bio-B Complex but also includes a high-potency vitamin C for digestive support, as well as organ specific support, with SOD and catalase. Bio-B with C is good for digestive and hepatic support.
Bio-3B-G
Provides three times the RDA of the thiamin and 100% of the RDA of the B vitamin group, including B2, B3, B6, and B12 in the phosphorylated forms. As such, it is similar in nature to Bio-B-100 with the above noted increase in thiamin. Used for B vitamin support, hypotension, psychological stress, hypoglycemia, adrenal cortical hypofunction, and acute fatigue. If you or a loved one is aging here is some good news for brain health and function. Daily vitamin B can halve the rate of brain shrinkage in elderly people who suffer from mild memory problems, an Oxford University study has shown.
Bio-B3 Plus 250
A high-potency source of supplemental niacinamide with SOD and catalase. Niacinamide has been documented to down-regulate pro-inflammatory compounds. Used for stroke, osteoarthritis, hypoglycemia, anxiety, asthma, autism, reducing aggressiveness, and reducing phobias.
B12 Folate Plus
Contains B12, folate, vitamin C, tillandsia, SOD, and catalase. Used as a tonic, short term memory loss, blood quality, and hormonal production support.
Methylfolate Plus
Supplies 400mcg of folate in the active form of 6S-5-Methyltrahydrofolic acid and glucosamine salt. Folate deficiency is one of the most common vitamin deficiencies. Also contains 25mcg of vitamin B12 as methylcobalamin.
Bio-GGG-B
A multiple B-vitamin complex, supplying B2 and B6 in their biological active forms together with a proprietary blend of inositol, choline, brain and liver glandulars, PABA and TMG. Used for night sweats, edema, indgestion, migraines, and hyperlipidemia.
Bio-Glycozyme Forte
A broad spectrum, multiple nutrient, glycemic formulation including vitamins (A, C, D, E, K, B1, B2, B6, B12), minerals, trace elements, glandular and amino acids. Can be used for sugar handling including reactive hypoglycemia, vitamin B insufficiency, adrenal and general fatigue, stress, refined diet, and carbohydrate sensitivity.
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