Vitamin B is a group of eight different vitamins that work together to help your body convert food into energy and support brain function, red blood cell production, and cell metabolism. They are water-soluble, meaning the body doesn’t store them, so you need them regularly through diet.

Here are the 8 types:

B1 , B2 , B3 ,B5 , B6, B7 ,B9 , B12

B1 (Thiamine) – Helps the body convert carbohydrates into energy and is essential for proper functioning of the heart, muscles, and nervous system. A deficiency can lead to fatigue, nerve damage, or a disease called beriberi.

B2 (Riboflavin) – Supports energy production, healthy skin, eyes, and nerve functions. It also plays a key role in breaking down fats, drugs, and steroids. It gives urine a bright yellow color when in excess.

B3 (Niacin) – Important for digestive health, skin health, and converting food into energy. It also supports the nervous system and helps regulate cholesterol levels. Deficiency can cause pellagra, which includes symptoms like skin inflammation and mental confusion.

B5 (Pantothenic acid) – Needed for making coenzyme A, a molecule essential for fatty acid metabolism and hormone production. It also supports healthy skin, hair, and the stress response.

B6 (Pyridoxine) – Vital for brain development and function, production of neurotransmitters (like serotonin and dopamine), and maintaining a healthy immune system. It also helps in breaking down proteins.

B7 (Biotin) – Known as the “beauty vitamin,” it helps maintain healthy hair, skin, and nails. It also supports metabolism by helping enzymes break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins.

B9 (Folate or Folic acid) – Crucial for making DNA, producing red blood cells, and preventing birth defects during early pregnancy. It’s especially important for pregnant women and those planning pregnancy.

B12 (Cobalamin) – Essential for producing red blood cells, maintaining healthy nerve function, and DNA synthesis. A deficiency may lead to anemia, fatigue, and nerve damage, especially in older adults or vegans.