Products Folic acid is commercially available in many countries as a monopreparation in the form of tablets. It is marketed both as a drug and as a dietary supplement. It is further available in combined vitamin and mineral preparations. The name folic acid is derived from lat. , the leaf. Folic acid was first isolated … Folic Acid: Health Benefits
to overview Vitamins Occurrence and structure Riboflavin is also found in vegetable and animal products, especially in large quantities in milk and dairy products. Its structure is characterized by a tricyclic (consisting of three rings) isoalloxacin ring to which a ribitol residue is attached. Furthermore, vitamin B2 is in: broccoli, asparagus, spinach eggs and wholemeal … Vitamin B2 – Riboflavin
to overview Vitamins General information Vitamin B12 (or cobolamine) is a water-soluble vitamin, which is mainly found in animal products such as liver or fish and which the human body cannot produce itself. Since it is important for functions such as cell division and cell formation, blood formation and also for the nervous and cardiovascular … Vitamin B12 – cobalamin
Vitamin B12 deficiency A lack of vitamin B12 is relatively common. Vitamin B12 has a very long half-life by nature, which means that a deficiency only becomes apparent after several years. As a rule, a slight vitamin B12 deficiency is therefore not noticeable. Only a longer or more severe deficiency then also appears with symptoms. … Vitamin B12 deficiency | Vitamin B12 – cobalamin
The role of nutrition in vitamin B-12 deficiency The first symptoms that can be noticed with a vitamin B12 deficiency are skin symptoms. The mucous membranes in the throat and lips are often affected. Torn corners of the mouth or an inflamed and sore tongue can also be the first signs of a vitamin B12 … The role of nutrition in vitamin B-12 deficiency | Vitamin B12 – cobalamin
Vitamin B12 Test To determine a vitamin B 12 deficiency, one should undergo a blood test. There are numerous tests. Some that require a blood test, others that can be done at home with urine. The best and most reliable method is direct detection in the blood. The Holo TC test should be mentioned here. … Vitamin B12 Test | Vitamin B12 – cobalamin
Standard values of vitamin B-12 The body’s own vitamin B12 reserves are normally sufficient for two to three years: The liver stores most of the vitamin B12 (up to 10mg), another 2mg is stored outside the liver. The recommended daily intake of vitamin B12 is 3 micrograms. The normal vitamin B12 level in blood serum … Standard values of vitamin B-12 | Vitamin B12 – cobalamin
to overview Vitamins Occurrence and structure Pantothenic acid occurs both in animal and in vegetable products, particularly plentifully in yolk, liver and kidney. In addition it is formed by our intestine bacteria. It is developed from beta Alanin and Pantoinsäure. Further Vitamin B5 is contained in: Nuts, rice, fruit, vegetables and brewer’s yeast. Its most … Vitamin B5 – pantothenic acid
General information Herbal blood, often sold under the name Floradix®, is a drug that is mainly used in the treatment of iron deficiency. It is also frequently used during pregnancy. The herbal blood is available in different dosage forms and can therefore be used individually. It is available without prescription in pharmacies or health food … Herbal Blood
Ingredients The ingredients of herbal blood differ depending on the type of dosage form. The main component of all forms is iron II gluconate. There are also additives such as folic acid or vitamin B12. Both additives are usually noted directly in the name on the packaging so that they can be found quickly. Also … Ingredients | Herbal Blood
Herbal blood as capsules Capsules are also one of the many dosage forms of herbal blood. The herbal blood capsule is only available in combination with B vitamins. Here the vitamin groups B1, B2, B6 and B12 are contained. In contrast to the tablets, they contain significantly less iron. Only 14 milligrams of iron are … Herbal blood as capsules | Herbal Blood
to overview Vitamins Occurrence and structure Vitamin K is produced by plants and by our intestinal bacteria. An important structural feature is naphthoquinone (consisting of 2 rings), to which a side chain is attached. Vitamin K plays an important role in blood clotting. It modifies the coagulation factors II, VII, IX and X, as well … Vitamin K – Phylloquinone
