Vitamins and Minerals: why are they needed?

Taking vitamin complexes is a simple and effective way to make up for the deficiency in vitamins and minerals necessary to maintain immunity, especially during periods of possible beriberi and colds (winter, spring).

Replenishment of the body with vitamins is especially important when:
• improper and unbalanced diet, also during diets or fasting;
• physical inactivity;
• stress;
• mental and physical stress;
• adverse environmental factors, smoking;
• recovery of the body after illness, surgery or infection.
• and to support the health and wellness of athletes, actively growing teenagers and the elderly.

Let’s analyze the composition of one of the most popular vitamins — Arnebia Multivitamin + Minerals in effervescent tablets. What is hidden inside and can it help?

Vitamin complex Arnebia Multivitamin + Minerals has a powerful antioxidant activity, helps maintain health, prevent possible beriberi and block excessive activity of free radicals that cause accelerated aging of the skin and the whole body, as well as leading to a variety of, often serious diseases. It is popular as a source of magnesium, potassium, calcium and 10 different vitamins necessary for the heart and blood vessels, which are involved in a variety of metabolic processes in the body. Recommended especially during beriberi (winter and spring).

Taking dietary supplements at the recommended dose (2 effervescent tablets per day) provides the daily requirement for:

• calcium by 16%* 160 mg
• magnesium by 15%* 60 mg
• vitamin C for 200%* 120 mg
• vitamin E for 200%* 20 mg
• vitamin B1 for 200%* 2.8 mg
• vitamin B2 for 200%* 3.2 mg
• vitamin B6 for 200%* 4 mg
• vitamin B12 for 200%* 0.002 mg
• Niacin 200%* 36 mg
• pantothenic acid 150%* 9 mg
• folic acid for 200%* 0.4 mg
• Biotin 160%* 0.08 mg
* from «Average daily requirement of an adult (ADI), Appendix 2 to TR CU 022/2011»
Biologically active food supplement (not a medicine).

Calcium vital for the formation of strong bones and teeth, as well as for the maintenance of healthy gums. It is responsible for the regular heartbeat and the transmission of nerve impulses. Calcium lowers cholesterol levels and helps prevent cardiovascular disease. It is required for muscle growth and contraction.

Magnesium takes part in various enzymatic reactions, including energy production, lipid and protein synthesis, nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction and relaxation, bone formation, and helps regulate calcium metabolism. Magnesium is necessary for the cardiovascular system, it is required for cardiac activity and for relaxing the walls of blood vessels, thus lowering blood pressure. 60% of magnesium in the body is in the bones, approximately 27% in the muscles, the rest is distributed in the blood and tissues.

Vitamin E as an antioxidant, it prevents cell damage in the process of suppressing lipid oxidation and the formation of free radicals. Protects other fat-soluble vitamins from destruction during oxidation and helps the utilization of vitamin A. Vitamin E protects low-density lipoproteins from oxidation, which means the body from the development of diseases of the cardiovascular system. Vitamin E is important for reducing inflammation and muscle pain during vigorous exercise. It also inhibits platelet aggregation and activates the immune system. Vitamin E is important for people suffering from specific diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and diabetes, as well as for people prone to eye diseases.

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) takes part in the synthesis of nucleic acids (RNA and DNA), which contain genetic information for cell reproduction and normal cell growth. It activates many enzymes, helps the formation of red blood cells and antibodies, helps maintain the sodium-potassium balance in the body. Vitamin B6 is needed by the nervous system and brain for their normal functioning. In addition, pyridoxine is able to prevent arteriosclerosis, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and alleviate PMS.

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is essential for red blood cell formation, antibody production, cellular respiration and growth. It helps relieve eye fatigue and is important for the prevention and treatment of cataracts. Riboflavin promotes the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Became popular as a remedy for migraines and headaches. One of the theories of migraine occurrence is insufficient activity of brain cells. Riboflavin is an essential factor in the production of energy by cells. In addition, he takes part in the formation of nicotinamide in the body.

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) improves blood circulation and is involved in the process of hematopoiesis, carbohydrate metabolism, as well as in the production of hydrochloric acid, which is important for proper digestion. Thiamine optimizes cognitive activity and brain function. It has a positive effect on growth and development, learning ability, gives energy and normalizes appetite. Thiamine is essential for proper muscle tone in the intestines, stomach, and heart. Vitamin B1 is also an antioxidant that protects the body from aging, the negative effects of alcohol and smoking.

Vitamin B12 in tandem with folic acid, it takes part in many biochemical processes in the body, such as cell division and the formation of the myelin sheath of nerve cells. Thus, it is responsible for growth and development and also protects our nervous system. Vitamin B12 gives the body strength and energy, alleviating various conditions of the body, such as chronic fatigue syndrome, asthma, depression, multiple sclerosis, herpes zoster. Vitamin B12 is important in reducing the level of homocysteine, a substance that increases the risk of heart disease. Participates in the formation of red blood cells and helps the absorption of iron. Vitamin B12 is associated with the synthesis of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter responsible for memory and learning. Prevents neurological changes that occur with age.

Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) It is an important antioxidant that protects cells and cholesterol from oxidative damage. It helps restore vitamin E in the body and can increase levels of glutathione, another powerful antioxidant. All this prevents premature aging of skin cells, the formation of cataracts and many other negative consequences of free radical oxidation. As a true antioxidant, vitamin C is important in reducing the risk of heart disease and atherosclerosis. It is essential for the production of collagen, an important component of connective tissues, bones and blood vessels. And of course, vitamin C is necessary for the immune system to function properly. It concentrates in white blood cells, increasing their activity, vitamin C improves the antibody response. Helps in the production of anti-stress hormones and interferon.

Niacin (nicotinamide, vitamin PP) is one of the most effective cholesterol-lowering agents, which improves blood circulation. Nicotinamide is essential for healthy skin, it supports the functioning of the nervous system; participates in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, as well as in the production of hydrochloric acid, which is important for proper digestion. Nicotinamide is involved in the secretion of bile and gastric fluids, as well as in the synthesis of sex hormones. Important in various mental illnesses, nicotinamide enhances memory.

Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) helps the adrenal glands produce the necessary amount of stress hormones, which makes it possible to successfully survive stress and manage the body in conditions of chronic stress. Pantothenic acid relieves fatigue, increases the body’s stamina, and even relieves allergy symptoms and prevents some forms of anemia. In addition, it helps convert fats, carbohydrates and proteins into energy, participates in the formation of antibodies and neurotransmitters. Pantothenic acid is necessary for the normal functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and may be useful in combating depression and anxiety.

Biotin (vitamin H) contributes to the growth and development of cells, the production of fatty acids, is involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, as well as in the utilization of B vitamins. Biotin is necessary for healthy hair and skin, prevents hair loss in men. Contributes to the normal functioning of the sweat glands, nerve tissues and bone marrow. Biotin is known to be produced by a group of friendly bacteria living in the gut, Bifidobacterium bifidus. Therefore, if you are deficient in biotin, it is also recommended to take probiotic supplements containing this beneficial bacterium. Biotin helps with neonatal seborrheic dermatitis and may be useful for improving blood sugar control in diabetes.

Folic acid important for brain function, necessary for older people with memory problems. In addition, it supports the body during depression. Folic acid prevents the accumulation of homocysteine, thus, it reduces the risk of heart disease in people with a genetic predisposition. Maintaining a low concentration of homocysteine ​​helps prevent osteoporosis. It is impossible not to mention one of the important functions of folic acid — the prevention of defects in the brain tube in newborns (incomplete development of the spinal cord and / or brain), as well as the formation of a cleft palate (cleft palate).

Be healthy!