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Supplement containing B-group vitamins
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Vitamin B-complex supplement (1 g) has 4 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.9 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 5000 µg of B12 covers 208333% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 1 g
4
KCAL / 1G
Carbs
0.9g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 4 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.9 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 0.5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 1.5 g | 6 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 9 g | 34 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.
A Vitamin B-complex supplement provides several B vitamins, which help the body convert food into energy and support normal nerve function. It can help meet a dietary need, but it is not a stimulant and does not automatically improve energy when intake is already adequate.
You can take a Vitamin B-complex supplement at any time that suits your routine; taking it with breakfast may make it easier to remember. If it seems to disturb your sleep, take it earlier in the day, and follow the product’s directions.
A Vitamin B-complex supplement can turn urine bright yellow because excess riboflavin (vitamin B2) is excreted in urine. This color change is usually harmless on its own and is not a sign that the supplement is improving hydration.
Yes, but a Vitamin B-complex supplement may cause nausea or stomach discomfort for some people when taken without food. If that happens, take it with a meal and check the product directions for any specific instructions.
Daily use can be appropriate when the product is taken as directed, but not everyone needs a B-complex supplement. Avoid exceeding the label dose, especially with long-term use, because high amounts of some B vitamins can cause harm.
Possible side effects of a Vitamin B-complex supplement include nausea, stomach upset, or headache. Long-term use of high-dose products can cause problems, particularly nerve damage from excessive vitamin B6, so do not exceed the stated serving.
No, a Vitamin B-complex supplement does not act like caffeine or provide an immediate energy boost. B vitamins support normal energy metabolism, but supplementation is most likely to help energy-related symptoms when it corrects an inadequate intake or deficiency.
You can, but combining a Vitamin B-complex supplement with a multivitamin may duplicate B vitamins and push the total dose higher than intended. Compare the amounts in both products before taking them together.
There is no set duration for everyone; how long to take a Vitamin B-complex supplement depends on why you started and what the product contains. If you are treating a diagnosed deficiency, follow the schedule and follow-up plan from your healthcare professional.
A Vitamin B-complex supplement is not proven to improve hair, skin, or nails when you already get enough B vitamins. Correcting a confirmed deficiency may help related problems, but taking extra vitamins is not a reliable fix for unexplained changes.
Vitamins
B12
5000µg · 208333% DV
B2
3.4mg · 262% DV
B1
3mg · 250% DV
B3
40mg · 250% DV
Minerals
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.5mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.2mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
0.3mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 4 calories in 1 piece (small) (1 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Vitamin B-complex supplement combines several B-group vitamins in a tablet, capsule or powder. The exact vitamins and amounts vary by product, so check the label rather than assuming every formula is the same. It is a supplement, not a dish or a substitute for a varied meal.
People take it with water, often alongside breakfast or another meal; follow the directions on the pack, since formulations differ. Its nutrition figures describe a concentrated product rather than an everyday food: it contains no protein or fat and is mainly listed as carbohydrate by weight. If you are considering taking one while using medicines or managing a specific dietary need, ask a health professional whether that product is suitable for you.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.