Vitamin B-Complex: WLS Patients Must Supplement

Hello Everyone. Since 10 years ago when I had gastric bypass surgery not much has changed regarding supplementation of B-Complex vitamins for malabsorptive procedures (gastric bypass). Most surgeons and nutritionists agree we need to supplement. I continue to receive occasional B-12 injections in addition to daily use of BariCeuticals pharmceutical grade B-12 complex which is an easy to take sublingual spray. So far my blood work indicates my Vitamin B levels are appropriate and my energy and mood are sustained. It is so important that we do pay attention to our vitamin and mineral intake and keep up with annual blood tests so that we can avoid nutritional health problems later down the line. Here is a refresher article from my sydicated collection of articles at EzineArticles.com:

By Kaye Bailey - EzineArticles Expert Author

The malabsorptive nature of the gastric bypass system prohibits adequate amounts of B-complex vitamins from food sources from entering the body of weight loss surgery patients. Annual blood tests indicate that patients who do not supplement their diet with B-Complex Vitamins are deficient.

B-Complex vitamins are found in both meat and plant foods. Most dietary supplements contain the B-Complex vitamins, but many WLS patients elect to take an additional B-Complex tablet. There is risk of B-Complex deficiency due to malabsorption and limited food intake. B-Complex tablets can be purchased in sublingual form – a small tablet placed under the tongue to be dissolved and absorbed through the soft tissues of the mouth.

Learn more about BariCeuticals pharmceutical grade B-12 complex spray.

It has long been believed, although not scientifically supported, that mega doses of B-complex vitamins will combat everyday stress, boost energy and control food cravings. I can recall years ago my moody grandmother taking a trip to see the town doctor for a B-12 shot. Much to grandfather’s relief she returned from the visit cheerful and seemingly stress-free. In those days it was common for women “going through the change” to take B-12 shots.

The Vitamin B complex refers to all of the known essential water-soluble vitamins except for vitamin C. These include thiamine (vitamin B1) riboflavin (vitamin B2), niacin (vitamin B3) pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) pyridoxine (vitamin B6) biotin, folic acid and the cobalmins (vitamin B12). Each member of the B-complex has a unique structure and performs unique functions in the body. B-Complex vitamins support energy production, the immune system, proper cell division and support the nervous system.

Recent research conducted by the National Institute on Aging found that women over age 65 with a vitamin B12 deficiency were twice as likely to suffer from depression as those with a full store of the vitamin. Maybe Grandma was right to visit her doctor for that shot of cheerfulness. Today things are easier, slip a tab of feel-good nutrients under your tongue.

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