VITAMIN B | Belleage

Vitamin B's

There are different vitamin B's which form a complex.

Vitamin B1 - Thiamine
Vitamin B2 - Riboflavin
Vitamin B3 - Niacin (Nicotinamide/Nicotinic acid)
Vitamin B5 - Pantothenoic acid
Vitamin B6 - Pyrodoxine
Vitamin B7 - Biotin
Vitamin B9 - Folate
Vitamin B12 - Cobalamin

What do they do?

These are a group of essential vitamins, that maintain your body by:

turning food into energy
supporting the nervous system
keeping cells functioning normally

They don't really act as stimulants but work behind the scenes as helpers or more formally known as co enzymes.

They key functions of the vitamin B group include:

Supporting energy production in the body by helping convert carbohydrates, fats and proteins into usable energy
Supports nervous system function including nerve signalling and brain health
Plays a role in red blood cell formation helping oxygen to be delivered around the body
Supports DNA synthesis and repair.

So why take them?

An average diet such as below may meet the recommended daily intake (RDI).

Example of daily diet meeting RDI's:

Breakfast: whole-grain cereal with milk, banana
Lunch: chicken & salad sandwich on whole-grain bread
Snack: yoghurt + almonds
Dinner: salmon, brown rice, leafy greens

However the key is the definition of RDI (recommended daily intake). It refers to the MINIMUM effective intake (below which there is deficiency) not an "OPTIMAL" level for healthy living, cognition or long term health performance.

To date there has been little research focused on levels required for:

energy metabolism related to fatigue

Neurological and cognitive health

But we do know that when they decline or deficient it causes:

Cognitive decline

Neuropathy

Mood disturbance

Research

B Vitamins are an essential part of our physiological processes and cellular functioning. E.g the bioactive form of vitamin B6 pyridoxal 5'phosphate is an essential cofactor for over 140 enzymes required in our body including for both the synthesis and degradation of amino acids. (Building blocks of Protein)

In particular, vitamins, B1, B2, B3 and B5 are essential for mitochondrial health and energy produced by the cells.

B vitamins have an important impact on brain function. Some of the vitamin B groups are anywhere from 4 to 50 times higher in the brain than the circulating plasma in the rest of the body. [1]

After absorption from the intestine wall, nutrients particularly water soluble nutrients such as vitamin B complex, undergo extensive metabolism in the liver before entering the systemic circulation. This metabolism in the liver reduces concentrations of effective vitamin B's for tissue and organ use. Like the other vitamins and nutrients which do not require rigid trials like prescription drugs through the TGA, there is little good clinical evidence. Therefore most of the effects of these vitamins are based on anecdotal data. Users describe improved hydration, assistance with jet lag, hangovers of physical exhaustion and fatigue.[2]

1. O' Kennedy, d., B Vitamins and the Brain: Mechanisms, Dose and Efficacy - A review, Nutrients 2016, 8, 68; doi:10.3390/nu8020068

2.Alangari A. To IV or Not to IV: The Science Behind Intravenous Vitamin Therapy. Cureus. 2025 Jun 22;17(6):e86527. doi: 10.7759/cureus.86527. PMID: 40548149; PMCID: PMC12182718.

Methods of Administration

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When taken orally, Vitamin B is absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract. This process can be influenced by factors such as digestion, gut health, and individual absorption capacity.

Intravenous administration delivers Vitamin B directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system. This allows for:

Direct systemic availability.
More predictable absorption compared with oral intake.
Use in situations where oral supplementation may not be suitable or tolerated.

Important information

Intravenous Vitamin B is not a substitute for a balanced diet or healthy lifestyle.
It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease
Individual suitability must be assessed by a qualified health practitioner.
Not everyone requires or benefits from intravenous vitamin administration.

Vitamin infusions involve the intravenous administration of vitamins and minerals under the supervision of a qualified health practitioner.

The information provided on this website is general in nature and for educational purposes only. It is not intended to advertise, promote, or imply therapeutic benefit, and does not constitute medical advice.

Vitamin infusions:

Are not a substitute for a balanced diet or medical treatment
May not be suitable for everyone
Require an individual clinical assessment prior to administration
Carry potential risks and side effects, which will be discussed during consultation

The suitability, potential benefits, risks, and alternatives of any infusion can only be determined during a consultation with a qualified health practitioner, based on individual circumstances.