The benefits of vitamin B-12

The benefits of vitamin B-12

Brain and energy support

Our body is made up of a variety of cells that make up the tissues and organs that work systemically to run our bodies. It is only anatomy or structure, but the real power of life and health is in physiology or functioning. In terms of health, it is essential to maintain a sophisticated link between structure and purpose. For example, we watch the brain doing the things we expect it to do, such as keeping our spirits up, thinking clearly and remembering names, dates and details. We then take into account the environment that is needed for this to happen, such as adequate energy availability, effective stress resistance and efficient mediator (brain message transmitter) communication and balance. Then we will get great information to support our bodies routinely!

Everybody knows that most nutrients have a number of beneficial properties, but since we’re on the subject of brain health, let’s take a closer look at why some products should be consumed together.

Benefits for the brain: energy

Team: liquid vitamin B-12 and ashwagandha

How do they help?

There are several forms of B-12 available, but a specific form of adenosylcobalamin plays an important role in energy production. This form enters the mitochondria, which are the energy centres in our cells, and promotes energy production by supporting the breakdown of nutrients from food to provide the energy our bodies need to function. Which means it works at the most fundamental level to promote vital intracellular energy production in the brain and beyond.

Ashwagandha has long been used in Ayurvedic medicine and is known for its
rasayanade
or rejuvenators as a member of a special class of herbs. In addition to its overall rejuvenating properties, human studies on the use of ashwagandha have shown that adults, including the very young, show an increase in cognitive ability and mental performance.

Benefits for the brain: mediator balance and communication

Team: vitamins B, goldenseal and 5-HTP

How do they help?

B vitamins are a group of water-soluble vitamins that work best when taken as a complex. B vitamins play a very important role in brain chemistry and the amount of mediators, and especially in the synthesis of dopamine and serotonin, which are strongly linked to mood.

Goldenseal is an herb that helps to transport serotonin and dopamine precursors – the substances from which the former are made – through the haematoencephalic barrier to the brain. The hematoencephalic barrier separates the brain from the bloodstream, protecting the brain from toxins and pathogens. Once in the brain, precursors help to manage serotonin and dopamine levels, supporting their overall effect of promoting mood stabilisation and supporting motivation.

Serotonin is an important mediator and bonding molecule in our brain. 5-HTP is a tryptophan, which is an amino acid, a metabolic product needed for the synthesis of serotonin in the brain. It is produced as a natural intermediate in the conversion of tryptophan to serotonin. Critical for the brain is the ability of 5-HTP to cross the haematoencephalic barrier and specifically to increase serotonin levels in the brain.

Benefits for the brain: memory and cognition

Team: algae-based EPA/DHA and celery powder

How do they help?

Although celery powder is not a substitute for celery juice, it can give a boost to some of the more important and beneficial compounds found in celery, such as choline, inositol and amino acids. Choline forms the basis of the carrier acetylcholine. Acetylcholine is involved in several phases of memory formation. Inositol molecules are widespread in nature, abundant in the brain, and participate as part of the cell membrane in a variety of cellular communication processes, particularly those related to insulin regulation and sensitivity.

The essential fatty acids EPA and DHA – key micronutrients that repair and protect the brain – are obtained from the algae-based fish-free vegan product of the same name. The published studies showed that many of the benefits from EPA and DHA were seen in all but the group given extremely low levels of the fatty acids. Which suggests that EPA and DHA do not need to be administered in large amounts to experience major benefits, such as increased brain tissue in the hippocampus – an area that plays a key role in memory – and improved cognitive measures such as abstract thinking skills.

Disruption in the regulation of metabolic processes means that our physiology is affected, leading to all kinds of symptoms. We may feel frustrated or even frightened when symptoms start to build up and start to affect our lives in a strong way. At Vimergy, we understand that complex and chronic concerns indicate a need for multi-faceted support, but many sensitive bodies cannot tolerate complex formulas or potentially harmful ingredients. That’s why Vimergy products contain as few and pure ingredients as possible and can be easily combined to suit your needs.

Source: Vimergy.com