Why is vitamin B useful?
Vitamin B contains different types of vitamin, which together are collectively known as B complex. The complex contains 8 types of vitamins and each of them has a different function, plays an important role in the body.
Deficiency of B complex vitamins disrupts the proper functioning of organs and cells, thus increasing the risk of developing various diseases or conditions.
Vitamin B deficiency negatively affects the health of the heart, brain and other organs, significantly lowering both quality of life and mental state.
Signs of B6 deficiency include:
- Getting sick from infections more often
- Getting cracks or sores in the skin
- Swollen and sensitive tongue
- Fatigue
- A feeling of numbness or tingling in your hands and feet
- Depression, anxiety, and/or irritability
- A red, itchy rash
- Convulsions
- Decreased alertness
Signs of B9 deficiency include:
- Fatigue
- More gray hair
- Mouth sores
- A swollen tongue
- Weakness
- Shortness of breath
- Pale skin
- Irritability
Signs of B12 deficiency include:
- A feeling of numbness or tingling in your hands and feet
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Mood changes
- Blurry vision
- Dizziness
- Pale skin
The effect of B complex vitamins on health:
- Produces chemicals in the body, which are essential for the functioning of the brain;
- Involved in the process of red blood cell formation;
- Strengthens the immune system, helps the immune system antibodies to work properly against bacteria and viruses;
- Improves the structure of hair, skin, nails and more.
Vitamin B deficiency can lead to certain conditions:
- Tingling sensation in the hands, feet;
- Peripheral neuropathy;
- Psychosis;
- Heart attack;
- Stroke.
Source:
https://www.everlywell.com/blog/b-vitamins/4-top-causes-of-vitamin-b-deficiency/
