A friend asked Huazi a question, in vitamins, why are there only one A, C, D, E and other vitamins, while vitamin B has B1, B2, B4, B6... And many other kinds? And in the treatment of many small problems, doctors have recommended vitamin B supplementation, what is the use?
Huazi said that in fact, there is not only one kind of vitamins such as A, C, D, and E in vitamins, and there are also many classifications, but they are used less clinically and are not familiar to everyone.
First, the origin of the vitamin B family
The reason for the emergence of so many B vitamins is actually because of the "oolong incident" caused by human ignorance. Originally, the human classification of vitamins was divided into fat-soluble vitamins (named vitamin A) and water-soluble vitamins (named vitamin B). Later, when the water-soluble vitamin was found, it was directly named vitamin B1, B2, B3...
With the discovery of more and more vitamins in the later period, the difference between them is very large, people feel that the previous naming principle is not good, and named C, D, E... and other vitamins.
It has been found that the members of the B vitamin family that have been named are not the same class of substances, but B1, B2, B6... The name has been called for many years, everyone is used to it, simply do not change.
Second, different vitamin B effects are different
1, vitamin B1: also known as thiamine, involved in the formation of coenzymes, maintain the normal operation of the human nerve and circulatory system, after the lack of "beriberi". This disease is different from beriberi caused by fungal infections, and people who lack B1 will have peripheral neuropathy, fatigue, paresthesia, enlarged heart, heart failure, and in severe cases, life is dangerous.
2. Vitamin B2: also known as riboflavin, it participates in the formation of coenzymes and promotes the growth of human cells and mucous membranes. People who lack it are prone to mucosal diseases such as mouth ulcers, angular cheilitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and keratitis.
3, vitamin B3: also known as niacin, involved in coenzyme formation, has a regulatory effect on blood lipids, and is now mainly used for lipid-lowering therapy. It can also maintain the integrity of the skin, digestive tract, and nervous system.
4. Vitamin B4: also known as adenine, which is involved in the synthesis of nucleic acids and coenzymes, and is now commonly used for radiation therapy, chemotherapy or leukopenia caused by benzene poisoning.
5, vitamin B5: also known as pantothenic acid, can participate in human nutrition metabolism, promote the decomposition of acetic acid in the three major nutrient elements (sugar, fat, protein). Widespread in nature, it is not easy to lack.
6, vitamin B6: also known as pyridoxine, is a variety of coenzyme components, involved in a variety of metabolic reactions, and amino acid metabolism is closely related. Clinically, it is mainly used for antiemetic treatment, such as pregnancy vomiting, radiotherapy vomiting, etc.
7, vitamin B7: also known as biotin, involved in the metabolism of fats and proteins, widely present in nature, almost no lack.
8, vitamin B8: also known as inositol, can accelerate the breakdown of fat, support the function of cell health, its existence is extensive, almost no lack.
9, vitamin B9, B10, B11: these 3 vitamins polyphonic acid, is a variety of coenzyme components, involved in the synthesis of cellular DNA and RNA. Large doses are used to prevent megaloblastic anemia; small doses of pregnant women can prevent congenital neural malformations in the fetus; it can also reduce the level of homocysteine in the blood and reduce the risk of cardiovascular and cerebral diseases in patients with H-type hypertension.
10, vitamin B12: also known as cobalamin, can increase the utilization rate of folic acid, but also can promote the synthesis of neuromyelin lipoprotein, mainly used for the prevention and treatment of megaloblastic anemia and peripheral neuropathy.
Third, dietary diversity ensures nutritional balance
The role of vitamin B is very important for the human body, but vitamin B is contained in cereals, lean meats, animal offal, eggs, beans, milk and other foods. As long as the diversity of the diet is guaranteed, it will generally not be lacking. To maintain a varied diet, it is recommended to eat no less than 12 foods per day and no less than 25 foods per week.
If there are symptoms of vitamin B deficiency, you can choose a compound combination containing a variety of vitamin B when supplementing, because different vitamin B groups have the effect of promoting absorption of each other, and together they can better supplement nutrition. However, if it is used for the treatment of diseases, it is necessary to use large doses of medicinal B vitamins under the guidance of a doctor.
To sum up, different vitamin B have different effects, maintain a regular diet, ensure diet diversity, can prevent vitamin B deficiency. If a related disease occurs and a large dose of medicinal vitamins needs to be used, it needs to be carried out under the guidance of a doctor. If you have any questions about medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist. I am a pharmacist Huazi, welcome to follow me and share more health knowledge.