B-Complex Vitamins: Requirements, health benefits, interactions

Acu-Cell Nutrition: B-Complex / Stress Vitamins

When assessing Cellular Nutrition with Acu-Cell Analysis, only essential, biological elements that have

their own cell receptors are measured. They are neurologically arranged into left-sided and right-sided
groups and are discussed in associated pairs, as they function as an inseparable, interdependent unit:

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Calcium

Magnesium

Phosphorus

Sodium

Iron

Selenium

Iodine

Germanium

Nickel

Copper

Fluoride

Chloride

Vanadium

Molybdenum

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Trace mineral symptoms of excess or deficiency are generally one-sided, depending on their ratios to

other chemical members, and depending which group they are neurologically assigned to. In the event

of calcification, it is not a high calcium level that results in the formation of a stone or spur, but calcium

being high in ratio to associated or interactive elements.

For instance, phosphorus and zinc have both left-sided cell receptors, so if either level is low in ratio

to calcium, calcification would only take place on the left side of the body, whereas the cell receptors of

manganese or magnesium are right-sided, as a result, any calcification would develop on the right side

of the body only.

The same rules apply to most nutrition-related inflammatory or degenerative conditions, so successful,
non-symptomatic treatments require the application of those same principles. Since intracellular and
serum levels of nutrients represent different physiological and pathological processes, abnormal levels
seen in one medium are not necessarily reflected in the other, so they need to be interpreted differently.

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B-Complex Vitamins: Of the many B-complex (Bx) formulations offered by various manufacturers,

different effects are generally being experienced by different individuals, depending not only on the

daily amount, but also the specific type of formulation supplemented.

An Equalized B-Complex contains the same amount with most B-vitamins (100mg of Vit B1, 100mg

of Vit B2, 100mg of B3, etc..., and 100mcg of biotin, 100mcg of B12, and 400mcg -1mg of folic acid).

So-called B-Stress Formulations are designed to presumably help people handle stress better,
however many people end up feeling more stressed out after taking them. Starting in the 80's, when

"Stress Tabs" became quite popular, a large percentage of patients I had seen came with medical

symptoms exclusively related to excessive B-complex intake (see below). Ironically, whoever came

up with the notion that large amounts of B-vitamins reduced stress had it all backwards, nevertheless

a lot of self-styled nutritionists perpetuated that myth, and Vitamin Companies quickly jumped on the

bandwagon and each produced their own brand-specific "Stress Formulations," consisting mainly of

high B-complex vitamins, with many companies also adding Vitamin C and zinc.

Supposedly the best choice is a Balanced B-Complex vitamin formulation where a different mg or

mcg amount is used for each B vitamin - sort of putting them in the proper (natural) ratio to one another.

However - what ratios are best for which individual, and how would the manufacturer know?

An individual who is prone for gout might need more pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) but less lecithin,

while anyone with a tendency for iron overload would need less Vitamin B1, but much more Vitamin B2.

Some of those suffering from hypoadrenalism (Addison's disease) would benefit from extra Vitamin B1

and/or choline for their sodium-raising properties, while sodium-sensitive individuals or anyone with a

tendency for hyperadrenalism (Cushing's disease) might benefit from extra Vitamin B2 and folic acid,

which have a sodium-lowering effect.

Anyone suffering from low blood sugar episodes should avoid larger amounts of Vitamin B6 and C,

which can cause blood sugar to drop even more, but they are generally helped with extra niacinamide

and/or biotin. There are claims that diabetics may benefit from larger amounts of biotin, but patient

feedback and blood sugar measurements have been to the contrary.

Those with a tendency for mild Hyperthyroidism (see also Acu-Cell "Bromine") may benefit from

PABA, another member of the B-vitamin complex, but they should be careful taking extra Vitamin B6.

Higher amounts of Vitamin B6 will also increase magnesium retention, although this only takes place

following long-term oral supplementation, while regular Vitamin B6 injections will quickly result in a
high magnesium / low calcium ratio.

If not matched to a patient's requirements, which happens frequently when Vitamin B6 + B12 injections

are given at Weight Loss Clinics, a severe calcium deficiency develops. This by itself - or when
aggravated by an overstimulated thyroid from regular Vitamin B6 + B12 shots - can result in insomnia,

heart palpitations, chest pains, anxieties, depression, mood swings, joint / muscle pains, and/or other

symptoms.

In someone suffering from Hypothyroidism and low sodium, Vitamin B6 supplementation on a long-

term basis has the potential to eventually lower thyroid functions even more, although a brief boost will
still take place every time Vitamin B6 is injected or taken orally. In addition, Vitamin B6 will only affect

T4 (thyroxine) levels, but no conversion to T3 (triiodothyronine) takes place - causing a T3 / T4 thyroid

ratio conflict, so rather than trying to boost thyroid functions with Vitamin B6 injections for weight loss
purposes, iodine, as well as selenium and tyrosine status should be checked and corrected instead.

Another consideration when supplementing larger doses of Vitamin B6 as pyridoxine is the inhibiting

effect on Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate (P5P), which is the natural form of Vitamin B6, so if amounts larger
than 50mg are taken per day, or if they are taken on an ongoing basis, the pills should also contain a
small percentage as pyridoxal-5-phosphate to avoid the potential of causing neurological damage.

However, regardless of the type, excessive intake of both - P5P or pyridoxine - when not needed, may

also lead to nerve and/or spinal degeneration, specifically affecting T1 (with right-sided symptoms in the

upper back / shoulder area) and at L2, along with general osteo-arthritic changes in various joints.

As a result, Vitamin B6 therapy should only be used for someone with an otherwise difficult-to-manage

low magnesium / high calcium ratio. (see also Acu-Cell "Calcium & Magnesium" and "Mineral Ratios").

Individuals following a vegetarian lifestyle - and particularly vegetarian children in Western societies -

should supplement extra Vitamin B12, since B12 is not available from non-animal sources (see also

Acu-Cell "Vegetarianism"), while those with insufficient stomach acid and intrinsic factor may have to

supplement 1000mcg+ of Vitamin B12 on a daily basis, or get regular Vitamin B12 shots to prevent
pernicious anemia. This also requires the addition of folic acid, which interacts with Vitamin B12.

On the other hand, some individuals who suffer from mitral valve prolapse (MVP), a disposition for
panic-anxiety disorder, or right-sided coronary artery spasms would have to avoid Vitamin B12 shots

altogether, but may benefit from extra Vitamin B15 (calcium pangamate or pangamic acid), DMG, or
inositol instead. (For detailed information on the close interactions of Vitamin B12 with Vitamin B15,
and Vitamin C with Vitamin E, see Acu-Cell "Cobalt & Nickel").

If someone were to start out with a (theoretically) perfect mineral profile, and then take an equalized
high B-complex formulation (all B vitamins are the same mg, except for biotin, Vitamin B12, and folic

acid), that individual will slowly reshape his or her intracellular chemistry to look something like this:

B-Vitamin complex effect on mineral balance

Of course, someone's chemical profile is unlikely to be straight across before starting on B-complex

vitamins, so the end results will be different from one individual to the next. However, the inhibiting or

lowering effect of an equalized B-Vitamin complex on iron and manganese levels (as seen in the graph

above) will in people predisposed to iron-deficiency anemia and/or reactive hypoglycemia cause a
pronounced worsening of their symptoms (feeling tired). Even in otherwise "healthy" individuals, taking

mega-doses of B-vitamins can eventually lead to either "nervous energy"-like symptoms (like a hyper-

active child), or just plain fatigue. Perhaps this "tiring" effect was at some point erroneously interpreted

as having the potential to reduce stress, hence the subsequent Stress Tab designation.

Since one major effect of taking high B-complex vitamins for a lengthy time period is an increase in

zinc and potassium uptake, this could become quite detrimental for someone who is prone for ovarian
cysts, painful menstruation, prostatitis, chronic bladder infections, or inflammatory gallbladder disease,

however it might benefit someone with mild cirrhosis of the liver, some types of hepatitis, or any other
number of high iron / manganese-storage types of medical conditions.

High B-complex vitamins would be totally contraindicated with ovarian or testicular cancer, which go

hand in hand with very high cellular zinc and/or potassium levels, whereas a low potassium-related
bladder problem (weak bladder muscles) or enlarged, but benign prostate condition might benefit

from extra B-vitamins.

B-complex raises total cholesterol and triglyceride levels, which may be an unwelcome effect for some

individuals, but advantageous for those whose levels are on the low side. While B-complex vitamins
may help with high estrogenic-types of PMS, larger amounts will worsen low estrogenic-types of PMS

or even lead to suicidal tendencies in some women. A higher intake of B-vitamins can trigger heart

palpitations with congestive heart disease or above-normal thyroid or adrenal functions, and it may

aggravate insomnia, anxiety or stress disorders. Some individuals experience "burning" muscles or

a general increase in muscle tension as a result of excessive B-complex supplementation.

On average, individuals with low cardiac output, or whose zinc and potassium levels are naturally on

the low side (and thus exhibit a sluggish metabolism), are best suited to supplement higher amounts of

B-vitamins, as their system would actually benefit from the stress-inducing and metabolism-stimulating

effect of B-complex, provided none of the above contraindications apply.

If other supplements such as calcium, magnesium, iron, or Vitamin A, C, E...etc. are added, the entire

mineral profile will of course change again and re-shape some of the B-vitamins' artificially created

highs and lows. Unless someone is certain that they exhibit a chemical profile which would benefit from

a higher B-complex intake, I would personally stay on the safe side and not exceed a 10 -15mg range.

Some B-vitamins, particularly folic acid, Vitamin B6, B12, choline, and PABA reduce blood levels of

Homocysteine, which is an amino acid that contributes to cardiovascular disease by damaging the
endothelium, which is a thin layer of cells that protect the artery walls.

Less than 1mg of folic acid / day is sufficient to help protect against excessive levels of homocysteine,
and it is also helpful against neural tube defects and some other birth defects in newborns, for which

up to 5mg / day may be supplemented in high risk cases, however supplementation should ideally be

started 2-3 months before conception takes place.

Some individuals - on their own, or following the suggestions of uninformed practitioners - supplement
very high doses (10mg+) of folic acid, falling victim to the notion that more is better, and assuming that
there is no harm in ingesting such high amounts. Ironically - unless these individuals suffer from excess
sodium retention, large amounts of folic acid can not only damage their kidneys, but create a significant

increase in LDL cholesterol, which is particularly prevalent in low sodium / low aldosterone types.

Studies showed that in individuals who presented with high homocysteine levels, folic acid brought
down the homocysteine levels, however there was no improvement with Coronary Heart Disease,

so low sodium or low aldosterone types who believe in mega-supplementing folic acid encourage the

very type of medical situation they were trying to prevent: Cardiovascular disease! ¤

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General recommendations for nutritional supplementation: To avoid stomach problems and promote

better tolerance, supplements should always be taken earlier, or in the middle of a larger meal. When

taken on an empty stomach or after a meal, there is a greater risk of some tablets causing irritation, or
eventually erosion of the esophageal sphincter, resulting in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

It is also advisable not to lie down immediately after taking any pills.

When taking a very large daily amount of a single nutrient, it is better to split it up into smaller doses to

not interfere with the absorption of other nutrients in food, or nutrients supplemented at lower amounts.

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