Description
- Bioclinic Naturals Active B Complex includes the highly available forms of B vitamins in a unique B vitamin combination. Quatrefolic folate provides (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate acid (MTHF), the active form of folate at the cellular level, which is found in circulation and is the only form able to cross the blood-brain barrier.
- This form of folate bypasses enzymatic conversion by methylene tetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR), an enzyme with common genetic polymorphisms that may impair activity. Quatrefolic acid administration has been associated with higher peak (6S)-5-MTHF levels than folic acid and calcium 5-MTHF.
- It also shows a more rapid repletion of folate levels than folic acid, along with the ability to maintain homocysteine levels already within the normal range without masking a B12 deficiency.
- In addition to superior folate bioavailability, Active B Complex contains optimally bioavailable forms of each B vitamin. Benfotiamine is a lipid-soluble, bioavailable form of vitamin B1. It may help support nerve health in the legs and feet by helping to maintain normal endothelial function.
- Riboflavin 5’-phosphate and pyridoxal 5’-phosphate (PLP) are biologically active forms of B2 and B6. PLP is the most important member of the B6 group and is the active coenzyme for more than 100 enzymes, bypassing hepatic conversion to an active form.8 Active B Complex also has meaningful amounts of methylcobalamin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, choline, and inositol.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving ... %Daily Value
Thiamine (Hydrochloride, Benfotiamine) ... 30 mg 2,500%
Riboflavin (Riboflavin 5’-Phosphate Sodium) ... 10 mg ... 769%
Niacin (Inositol Hexanicotinate) ... 100 mg ... 625%
Folate ... (400 mcg folic acid) 680 mcg DFE ... 170%
(from (6S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid (MTHF), Glucosamine Salt, Quatrefolic®)
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) ... 500 mcg ... 20,833%
Biotin ... 250 mcg ... 833%
Pantothenic Acid (Calcium D-Pantothenate) ... 100 mg ... 2,000%
Choline (Citrate) ... 50 mg ... 9%
Inositol ... 25 mg ... **
Benfotiamide ... 10 mg ... **
**Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients:
Vegetarian capsule (carbohydrate gum [cellulose], purified water), microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate (vegetable grade), silica, organic kale, organic alfalfa, organic cilantro leaf, organic parsley, caperberry, sprouted garlic, organic artichoke, organic black radish, organic dandelion, barley grass, pepper, organic celery seed, organic beetroot, organic tomato, wasabi rhizome, fresh freeze-dried sprouted broccoli, organic upland cress, daikon, red radish, organic cauliflower, organic cabbage, organic arugula, organic watercress leaf, grape, pomegranate, strawberry, organic blueberry, raspberry, bilberry, organic Indian gooseberry, schizandra berry, red orange, organic acai berry, Theracurmin® curcumin, organic decaffeinated green tea extract, organic ginger rhizome, organic echinacea, organic oregano, organic peppermint, organic spearmint, organic spirulina, organic chlorella, red algae, blue green algae, kelp.
Allergens:
Contains no artificial colors, preservatives, or sweeteners; no dairy, starch, sugar, wheat, gluten, yeast, soy, egg, fish, shellfish, animal products, salt, tree nuts, or GMOs. Suitable for vegetarians/vegans.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to treat, mitigate, diagnose or cure any disease.