b complex

[TJ24]

I take a vitamin with the rda should I be taking extra b vitamins? or are they not needed?

 

[fogg88]

The RDA is just enough to prevent deficiency diseases. Even a sedentary person would enjoy better health from taking higher doses, and if you exercise, then you certainly need more. Regarding the b-vitamins specifically, they are water soluble, and are in-and-out of your system very quickly. Your best bet is to find a vitamin that splits up your dosage over at least 2-3 capsules, so that you can keep your levels up throughout the day. Do a

on this board for more detailed vitamin info; a lot has been posted.

 

[TJ24]

i bought a timed release b complex with 50mg of all the b vitamins. is that too strong? it says take 1 or 2 a day

 

[fogg88]

Is the 50mg all from just one pill, or is it split-up over two pills? If it is just one pill, that is quite a bit considering that it's usually in and out of you pretty quick, regardless of the dosage. At least the time-release nature of your pill will slow that down a little. Just make sure that you take it with a large meal; that'll help. Also, if it's a tablet and not a capsule, you could cut it in half and take 1/2 with each of two separate meals.