Below is a list of the different types of Vitamin B and we hope that you find the information useful in understanding what each type of Vitamin B does.

Vitamin B-1 Thiamine Necessary for proper metabolism of sugar and starch to provide energy. Maintains a healthy nervous system as well as aiding proper function of the heart and other muscles. Stress increases the need for B-1 and all B vitamins.

Found in Brewer's yeast, wheat germ, oatmeal, whole wheat, bran, whole brown rice, black strap molasses, soybeans, and meats.

Vitamin B-2 Riboflavin Critical in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Needed in the repair of the nails, skin and hair. If you are looking to produce a higher level of energy in the body, Vitamin B2 is the one of the more important nutrients. If you exercise every day, you are using up your vitamin B2 supply.

Cheese and milk are the best dietary sources of this vitamin, also green vegetables and whole grains.

Vitamin B-3 Niacin Required for the synthesis of sex hormones, as well as being vital to the nervous system. It also aids circulation, and reduces serum cholesterol. Because niacin dilates the blood vessels, many people taking this supplement regularly report the heat sensation and redness, commonly occurring in the area of the face.

The average daily dosage for adults is approximately 15 mg. Fish and chicken are good natural sources.

Vitamin B-6 Pyridoxine Involved in the metabolism of fats, especially the unsaturated fatty acids. Required by many amino acids for their metabolism, and also aids in the production of hydrochloric acid.

This vitamin must be present for the production of both red blood cells, and also antibodies. It plays an important role in the body's immune system

B6 relieves a wide variety of PMS symptoms, such as breast tenderness, weight gain (water retention) and irritability. This very important vitamin has also been shown to be helpful in reducing or eliminating symptoms of nervous tremors and epileptic seizures.

Whole grains are a good source of this vitamin.

Vitamin B-12 Essential for the correct functioning of all cells, especially bone marrow and nervous tissue, it is also required for red blood cell formation.

Necessary for normal digestion, absorption of foods, proteins synthesis and carbohydrate and fat metabolism.

Vitamin B12 is Found in liver, kidney, meats, fish, dairy products and eggs.