B12 is the last of our water-soluble B-complex vitamins. It plays many important roles and is closely connected to the actions of folate. It is a large and complex molecule that requires a well-functioning digestive system for absorption and is commonly deficient in those over 60 due to a natural decline in digestive function. Low vitamin B12 levels have been associated with several different diseases.

Folate plays many very important roles in the development of our nervous system, in the regulation of our DNA, the creation of our blood cells, and so much more. Let’s learn more about this nutrient of concern!

Necessary for over 100 different body processes, vitamin B6 is especially important in protein metabolism. (1) This week, we will look at this vitamin to investigate its role in our health, diseases, and how we can find this key nutrient in our food.

Vitamin B3 is also known as niacin. It is a water-soluble vitamin that plays many important roles, as we will see. Niacin is metabolized into NAD for its role in the generation of energy and in reducing oxidative stress.