B Vitamins and Complexes

B vitamins are several different water-soluble vitamins that play different roles in the body. At Fitsport you will find both vitamin B complex supplements and products with individual B vitamins. When comparing supplements, look not only at the "B-complex" label but also at the amounts of specific vitamins in one recommended serving.

Which vitamins belong to the B group?

The B group includes, among others, vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6, B7 (biotin), B9 (folic acid or folate) and B12. They are not a single substance, so the formulas of different products can vary considerably.

Some B vitamins contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism, normal functioning of the nervous system or the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, but this does not mean that a higher dose will automatically give you more energy. A food supplement first and foremost supplements your diet; it does not replace sleep, food or treatment.

Vitamin B complex or a single B vitamin?

A vitamin B complex is convenient when you want several B vitamins in one product. If you are looking for a specific substance, it is worth choosing a product whose label clearly states its amount. For example, a single B6 product and a full B complex are not simply two versions of the same item – their composition and purpose differ.

In the Fitsport range you will find, for example, "Amix GreenDay B-Complex LIFE+ 60 caps", "Amix GreenDay ProVegan IP-6 + B6 90 caps" and "Amix Nutrition B-Complex + Vitamin C&E 90 caps". These are different formulas, so compare not the package size but the full composition and the serving stated by the manufacturer.

How to compare B vitamin supplements

First, see how many and which B vitamins are in one serving. Second, check whether the formula contains other ingredients – for example vitamin C, vitamin E or minerals. Third, check how many capsules or tablets make up one serving, because the number of units in a package alone does not show how many days it will last.

If you take multivitamins, a sports supplement complex and a separate B vitamin product at the same time, their ingredients may overlap. In that case it is worth adding up the total amount from all the supplements you take.

Taking B vitamins

There is no single universal dose of B vitamins for all products. Follow the label of the specific manufacturer and do not exceed the daily serving it states. If a product contains several vitamins, judge the dose by the whole formula rather than by one chosen substance.

If you take medication, are pregnant, breastfeeding or have health conditions, discuss your individual supplement use with a doctor or pharmacist. Oral food supplements should not be confused with vitamin injections prescribed by a doctor.