The Solgar Vitamin B-Complex 100 is a dietary supplement in phytocapsules, with 100mg of each of the B vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5 and B6 per phytocapsule, along with 400μg folic acid, 100μg vitamin B12, 100μg biotin, 100mg inositol and 20mg choline. The daily dose is one phytocapsule and the package contains 50 pieces.
It is aimed at adults who want a high-activity B complex in one daily dose, not a multivitamin with symbolic amounts. The number 100 in the name indicates exactly that, the 100mg per basic vitamin B.
The B vitamins in the complex are eight different substances that do not chemically resemble each other. They are united by their role: almost all of them function as coenzymes, that is, as necessary assistants to the enzymes that convert the carbohydrates, fats and proteins of food into usable energy. This is why they traditionally circulate together in a preparation.
Because they are water-soluble, the body does not store them to a significant extent, except for B12 which is concentrated in the liver. The excess is excreted in the urine, which explains the intense yellow color that riboflavin gives after intake. B2, niacin, B6, B12, folic acid and pantothenic acid have the same approved claim: they contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.*
According to the product presentation by Solgar:
The above formulations are attributed to the producer. In the rest of the text, only the approved forms are used. Inositol does not have an approved health claim from the EFSA and remains the subject of research.
It suits adults with a demanding schedule, who feel tired and want to confidently cover their daily B vitamins. It is of interest to vegans and vegetarians, who lack the basic animal sources of vitamin B12, as the formula is declared vegan. It is an option for those who consume a lot of processed foods and few whole grains, legumes and leafy green vegetables, but also for people looking specifically for a high dose and not just a simple multivitamin.
The product is not intended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. It is a dietary supplement and does not replace a medical diagnosis or medication.
Main ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, Thiamine (B1) 100mg (9091%), Riboflavin (B2) 100mg (7143%), Niacin (B3) 100mg NE (625%), Pantothenic acid (B5) 100mg (1667%), Vitamin B6 100mg (7143%), Folic acid 400μg (200%), Vitamin B12 100μg (4000%), D-Biotin 100μg (200%), Inositol 100mg, Choline 20mg. Forms: thiamine as mononitrate, vitamin B6 as pyridoxine hydrochloride, pantothenic acid as D-pantothenate calcium, niacin as nicotinamide, choline as bitartrate, vitamin B12 as cyanocobalamin.
Other ingredients: phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), vegetable stearate magnesium, silicon dioxide.
Free of: sugar, salt, starch, gluten, wheat, dairy, soy, yeast, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: phytocapsules
Recommended dosage: One (1) phytocapsule daily, preferably with a meal.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 50-piece package lasts for 50 days, or about one and a half months of use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
Long-term intake of high doses of vitamin B6 may cause tingling and numbness in the extremities, so prolonged use requires consultation with a doctor or pharmacist. The product is not intended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. If you are taking medication or have a diagnosed condition, consult your doctor before use. Store the product in a cool and dry place and keep it out of reach of children.
That the formula provides 100mg of each of the essential B vitamins, namely B1, B2, B3, B5 and B6.
One phytocapsule daily, preferably with a meal.
It is a normal and harmless effect of riboflavin in high doses, which is excreted by the kidneys.
Because it is a high-activity formula. B vitamins are water-soluble and the excess is excreted, but the dose should not be exceeded.
No, the producer explicitly states that the product is not intended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Yes, the formula is declared vegan by the producer, as well as Kosher and Halal.
Prolonged intake of high doses of B6 requires consultation with a doctor or pharmacist, due to possible neurological disturbances.
The formula provides 100μg of vitamin B12 per phytocapsule, an amount far above the Reference Dietary Amount.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. Inositol does not have an approved health claim from the EFSA. The claims are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
Nestlé Hellas A.E.
Patroklou 4, 15125 Marousi, Athens
Tel: 800 116 80 68
Key ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, Thiamine (B1) 100mg (9091%), Riboflavin (B2) 100mg (7143%), Niacin (B3) 100mg NE (625%), Pantothenic acid (B5) 100mg (1667%), Vitamin B6 100mg (7143%), Folic acid 400μg (200%), Vitamin B12 100μg (4000%), D-Biotin 100μg (200%), Inositol 100mg, Choline 20mg. Forms: thiamine as mononitrate, vitamin B6 as pyridoxine hydrochloride, pantothenic acid as D-calcium pantothenate, niacin as nicotinamide, choline as bitartrate, vitamin B12 as cyanocobalamin.
Other ingredients: phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), magnesium stearate, silica dioxide.
Free from: sugar, salt, starch, gluten, wheat, dairy, soy, yeast, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: phytocapsules
Recommended dosage: One (1) phytocapsule daily, preferably with a meal.
With one phytocapsule per day, the pack of 50 pieces is sufficient for 50 days, approximately one and a half months. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
Long-term intake of high doses of vitamin B6 may cause tingling and numbness in the extremities, so prolonged use should be agreed with a doctor or pharmacist. The product is not intended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. If you are taking medication or have a diagnosed condition, consult your doctor before use. Keep the product in a cool, dry place and store it away from children.
