Key nutrients for a healthy nervous system

All B vitamins are required for energy production in the brain, for the production of neurotransmitters, hormones, and other signaling substances, and for the proper functioning of the brain and ner- vous system. They are also essential for healthy gene activity and a balanced immune system (Kennedy DO, 2016; Calderón-Ospina CA, 2020; Baltrusch S, 2021; Hanna M, 2022).
Neurocomplex
Alzheimer

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) is essential for many processes in the body, especially the production of energy from nutrients, brain, ner- vous system and muscle function, a healthy stress response and a well-functioning antioxidant system. Vitamin B1 deficiency is mainly manifested by fatigue, weakness, brain and nerve disor- ders, and heart problems (Mrowicka M, 2023).

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is needed for the production of energy from nutrients, detoxification of toxins and drugs, and a properly functioning antioxidant system. It is also involved in the activa- tion of folate and vitamin B6, the production of vitamin B3, and the absorption of iron. Vitamin B2 deficiency is associated with cataracts, migraines, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and cancer, among other conditions (Suwannasom N, 2020).

Vitamin B3 (niacin/nicotinamide) is essential for energy produc- tion in the brain. It is involved in neutralizing free radicals and controlling inflammation. It protects the brain and nervous sys- tem from toxic substances and promotes the production of new nerve cells. It also improves blood flow to the brain (Fricker RA, 2018; Redzic S, 2023).

References
  1. Baltrusch S. The Role of Neurotropic B Vitamins in Nerve Regeneration. Biomed Res Int. 2021 Jul 13;2021:9968228. doi: 10.1155/2021/9968228. PMID: 34337067; PMCID: PMC8294980.
  2. Calderón-Ospina CA, Nava-Mesa MO. B Vitamins in the nervous system: Current knowledge of the bio- chemical modes of action and synergies of thiami- ne, pyridoxine, and cobalamin. CNS Neurosci Ther. 2020 Jan;26(1):5-13. doi: 10.1111/cns.13207. Epub 2019 Sep 6. PMID: 31490017; PMCID: PMC6930825.
  3. Fricker RA, Green EL, Jenkins SI, et ak. The Influence of Nicotinamide on Health and Disease in the Central Nervous System. Int J Tryptop- han Res. 2018 May 21;11:1178646918776658. doi: 10.1177/1178646918776658. PMID: 29844677; PMCID: PMC5966847.
  4. Hanna M, Jaqua E, Nguyen V, Clay J. B Vitamins: Functions and Uses in Medicine. Perm J. 2022 Jun 29;26(2):89-97. doi: 10.7812/TPP/21.204. Epub 2022 Jun 17. PMID: 35933667; PMCID: PMC9662251.
  5. Kennedy DO. B Vitamins and the Brain: Mechanis- ms, Dose and Efficacy--A Review. Nutrients. 2016 Jan 27;8(2):68. doi: 10.3390/nu8020068. PMID: 26828517; PMCID: PMC4772032.
  6. Mrowicka M, Mrowicki J, Dragan G, et al. The importance of thiamine (vitamin B1) in humans. Biosci Rep. 2023 Oct 31;43(10):BSR20230374. doi: 10.1042/BSR20230374. PMID: 37389565; PMCID: PMC10568373.
  7. Redzic S, Hashmi MF, Gupta V. Niacin Deficien- cy. 2023 Jul 25. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2023 Jan. PMID: 32491660.
  8. Suwannasom N, Kao I, Pruß A, et al. Riboflavin: The Health Benefits of a Forgotten Natural Vita- min. Int J Mol Sci. 2020 Jan 31;21(3):950. doi: 10.3390/ijms21030950. PMID: 32023913; PMCID: PMC7037471.

Request brochure

Neurocomplex

Also interesting for you

Adaptogenen
Alzheimer
Stress

Adaptogens: Much more than anti-stress agents

Adaptogens are plants that balance the body’s and mind’s response to stress and prevent or redu- ce the harmful effects of chronic stress. Well-known examples of adaptogenic plants...
Groene thee
Kanker
Cancer

Green tea: A beverage with special medicinal properties

Green tea (Camellia sinensis) is a healthful beverage that has been enjoyed for centuries in the East and is becoming increasingly popular in the West. The unique blend of...
Omega-3 vetzuren
Kanker
Cancer

The importance of omega-3 fatty acids

The power of plant sources Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for a healthy body and mind. They are found primarily in nuts, seeds, algae, oily fish and seafood. A typical Western...
Vitamine K
Alzheimer
Stress

The Benefits of a multi-nutrient complex

Vitamins and minerals are essential to a healthy body. Deficiencies are very common, even in people who eat a healthy diet. Our current lifestyles and living conditions greatly...