Vitamin B

Find out all about vitamin B, including what it does, how much you need, where to find it, and who might need to supplement their diet Overview of vitamin B What is vitamin B complex and what does it do? Vitamin B is the name for a group of eight B vitamins that are essential for the healthy functioning of the body, while vitamin B complex is a supplement containing...

Find out all about vitamin B6, including what it does, how much you need, where to find it, and who might need to supplement their diet Overview of vitamin B6 What is vitamin B6 and what does it do? Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine,...

Find out all about vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), including what it does, how much you need, where to find it and who might need to supplement their diet Overview What is vitamin B5 and what does it do? Vitamin B5, also known as pantothenic acid,...

Find out all about vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin), including what it does, how much you need, where to find it and who might need to supplement their diet Overview What is vitamin B12 and what does it do? Like all the B vitamins, vitamin B12 (cynocobalamin)...

Toni Knight, a supervisor at Holland & Barrett, on the benefits of vitamin B6 What is vitamin B6 and why is it good for you? There are a number of vitamin B6 benefits. This essential nutrient supports the normal functioning of many bodily systems, such...

Are you struggling to concentrate? Getting more B vitamins could be the key Whether you’re studying for exams, preparing a presentation or just hoping to keep your grey matter sharp for as long as possible, B vitamins are great brain food. Scientists think they are...

Wave goodbye to restless nights with this essential vitamin We all experience sleepless nights from time to time, but for around a third of people in the UK, nodding off is a nightly battle.1 However, you don’t have to be an insomniac to feel the...

Donia Hilal, Holland & Barrett’s Senior Nutritionist, on the health supporting properties of vitamin B The little vit that you need for just about everything! Vitamin B is one of the most important vitamin groups in your diet but it can seem overwhelming to get your...

Unsightly and uncomfortable, nobody wants to develop varicose veins. But keeping your blood flowing freely can help reduce your risk. If your mother had varicose veins, it’s highly likely that – along with the family silver – you’ll inherit them too. But making some lifestyle...

Weak, brittle or peeling nails? You aren't alone Luckily there are steps you can take to improve the condition of your nails. The first place to start is with the right nutrition. A varied and balanced diet including lots of fruits, vegetables, water and whole...

Feeling tired, tearful and tetchy, with tender breasts? The symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can feel overwhelming, but vitamin B6 may offer some relief. What is vitamin B6? A member of the B vitamin family, B6 helps your body transform food into fuel, plus it...

We tend to group all the B vitamins together, but each one has several different roles in the body. Discover why everybody needs vitamin B5. Like the seven other B vitamins, B5 – also known as pantothenic acid – helps your body convert the carbohydrates...