Sona Stress B 30 Tabs

• Support during periods of stress, fatigue or feeling run down

• B Complex with Vitamin C & E
  

• Nervous system health

• Mental performance

• Reduction of tiredness and fatigue

• Available in 30 and 60 tablets - ONE-A-DAY

• No artificial flavours or preservatives

B vitamins are an important group of nutrients which we must receive from our diet. Since these vitamins are water soluble, it is essential that we replenish our stores of these nutrients every day. Aside from maintaining general health, B vitamins have specific functions and benefits for our brain and deficiency can cause huge detriment.

In this article we will discuss some of the B vitamins which are crucial for boosting brain health.

Vitamin B1- Thiamine

Thiamine plays a key role in maintaining good brain health. From prevention and treatment of mood and mental disorders, to improving memory and mental energy, vitamin B1 is not a nutrient which you want to become deficient in. In fact, studies have shown that when patients with anxiety disorders supplemented with 250mg of thiamine per day, their symptoms such as chronic fatigue, insomnia, nightmares, anorexia, and headaches decreased. Another study suggests that the provision of a thiamine supplement to elderly patients who are predisposed to dementia decreased their risk of developing dementia related symptoms.

Vitamin B6- Pyridoxine

Vitamin B6, or pyridoxine is essential for our mental health as it helps to produce neurotransmitters or ‘happy brain hormones’ such as serotonin and GABA. These neurotransmitters can help to reduce the negative effects of stress. Studies have found that when you are deficient in pyridoxine, it causes a decrease in GABA, a neurotransmitter which controls pain perception and prevents depression and anxiety. Research also suggests that deficiency in vitamin B6 can cause cognitive decline and memory loss.

B12- Cobalamin

This vitamin is key for our overall neurological or brain function. Deficiency in this nutrient can cause a range of unpleasant symptoms from fatigue, feelings of pins and needles, confusion, irritability, and depression. Since this nutrient is only found in animal products, it is crucial that vegans and vegetarians supplement with it or consume foods fortified with vitamin B12. Additionally, those with low B12 levels may be at an increased risk of developing neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Sona Stress B contains all three B vitamins mentioned above, in addition to seven other vitamins which are essential for mental performance and stress relief. Stress B is suitable for those looking to prevent deficiency, reduce stress or to boost their brain function.