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What is the the chemical name of Vitamin B ?

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What is the the chemical name of Vitamin B ?
posted Dec 14, 2015 by Anil Chaurasiya

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B1
Chemical Name: Thiamin
It helps the body cells convert carbohydrates into energy and to maintain proper functioning of the heart, muscles and the nervous and digestive systems. Thiamine is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin

B2
Chemical Name: Riboflavin
It is a water-soluble vitamin and works with the other B vitamins. It is necessary for normal cell function, growth, and energy production

B3
Chemical Name: Niacin/Nicotinic acid
It is a well-accepted treatment for high cholesterol, especially when combined with cholesterol-lowering drugs. It is also important for the conversion of food to energy and assists in the functioning of the digestive system and nerves. Niacin is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin. This vitamin is also called niacinamide

B5
Chemical Name: Pantothenic acid
It is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin. It helps break down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. It is required to sustain life

B6
Chemical Name: Pyridoxine
It is a water-soluble vitamin and is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins. It helps the immune system produce antibodies. Antibodies are needed to fight many diseases. Vitamin B6 helps maintain normal nerve function and form red blood cells

B7
Chemical Name: Biotin
It is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin. It helps break down proteins and carbohydrates. Biotin is necessary for cell growth

B9
Chemical Name: Folic acid
It is a water-soluble vitamin and is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins. It is effective in the treatment of megaloblastic and macrocytic anemias. It also helps prevent certain birth defects before and during pregnancy

B12
Chemical Name: Cyanocobalamin
It is a water-soluble vitamin and is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins. It helps maintain healthy nerve cells and red blood cells. It is also used to treat pernicious anemia

answer Dec 14, 2015 by Salil Agrawal
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