The Power of B Vitamins: Lowering Cholesterol and Easing Nausea

In the previous article we discussed a few types of B vitamins. Now let's explore some more varieties.

B3 – Niacin

This vitamin is crucial for the proper functioning of the nervous and respiratory systems, as well as for healthy digestion. It enhances memory, reduces insomnia, and alleviates headaches. It's vital for the production of reproductive hormones. Additionally, it plays a pivotal role in producing cortisol, thyroxine from the thyroid gland, and insulin from the pancreas.

Niacin is beneficial for skin health, reducing cholesterol, boosting HDL, and lowering triglycerides in the blood. It's also helpful for regulating blood pressure and addressing mental disorders.

The body produces B3 from tryptophan found in oats, with the help of vitamin B6.

Food sources include whole grains, sesame seeds, and eggs.

Severe deficiency can result in skin blotches, diarrhea, loss of appetite, cognitive disorders, confusion, weakened memory, and insomnia.

Vitamin B5 – Pantothenic Acid

This vitamin is essential for the adrenal glands, which produce stress hormones. During times of stress, tension, or allergies, B5 alongside vitamin C is often recommended. It's also used for low blood pressure, tingling, and numbness in the legs.

Foods rich in B5 include sprouts, egg yolks, royal jelly, and bee pollen.

Supplements can be purchased at pharmacies and health food stores, but vitamin supplements should not be taken without consulting a healthcare provider.

B6 – Pyridoxine

This vitamin is involved in many biochemical processes in the body. It acts as a co-enzyme and helps produce serotonin, which aids in relaxation and sleep, when combined with magnesium and tryptophan.

Pyridoxine is effective in regulating homocysteine, a substance whose elevated levels can oxidize LDL and increase risk factors for heart disease. Ideally, levels should be below 9 in the blood.

In a study conducted at 19 medical centers with 750 patients and 800 healthy participants, it was found that those who took vitamin B6, B12, and folic acid had a significantly lower risk of developing vascular diseases compared to those who did not take vitamins.

Vitamin B6 is essential for a healthy digestive system, and it helps prevent nausea during pregnancy. It also prevents edema, making it suitable for dialysis patients.

Severe deficiencies may lead to anemia, skin inflammation, hair loss, and depression.

Natural food sources include egg yolks, fish, whole grains, bananas, avocados, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flaxseeds, whole sesame seeds, green vegetables, and alfalfa sprouts.

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