Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine)

Vitamin B1 — Benfotiamine 250mg

Benfotiamine is a fat-soluble, highly bioavailable form of Vitamin B1 (thiamine) — one of the eight essential B vitamins. Unlike standard water-soluble thiamine, Benfotiamine is absorbed through the intestinal wall via passive diffusion and achieves significantly higher blood and tissue levels, making it a preferred form for those seeking enhanced thiamine bioavailability.

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) is an essential water-soluble vitamin that plays a foundational role in energy metabolism, nervous system function, and cardiovascular wellness. It is a required cofactor for several key enzymatic reactions in carbohydrate and glucose metabolism, and is essential for the production of ATP — the body’s primary energy currency. Benfotiamine’s fat-soluble nature allows it to cross cell membranes more readily than standard thiamine, supporting intracellular thiamine levels more effectively.

Key Nutritional Roles of Vitamin B1

• Energy metabolism — Vitamin B1 is an essential cofactor for pyruvate dehydrogenase and alpha-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase — key enzymes in the Krebs cycle and cellular energy production
• Carbohydrate metabolism — Vitamin B1 is required for the metabolism of carbohydrates and glucose; it plays a central role in the pentose phosphate pathway
• Nervous system function — Vitamin B1 is essential for the maintenance of the myelin sheath and normal nerve conduction; it supports the synthesis of acetylcholine, a key neurotransmitter
• Cardiovascular function — Vitamin B1 is required for normal heart muscle function and electrolyte balance in cardiac and nerve cells
• Cognitive function — Vitamin B1 plays a role in brain glucose metabolism and is required for normal cognitive function
• Immune function — Vitamin B1 supports normal immune cell function and immune defence
• Digestive function — Vitamin B1 supports the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach and normal digestive function

Why Benfotiamine?

Benfotiamine is the most bioavailable form of Vitamin B1 available as a dietary supplement. Studies have shown that Benfotiamine achieves blood thiamine levels up to 3.6 times higher than equivalent doses of standard thiamine hydrochloride, and tissue levels significantly higher than water-soluble forms. It is particularly well-regarded for its ability to support intracellular thiamine levels in tissues with high metabolic demands, including nerve, heart, and brain tissue.

Who May Benefit from Vitamin B1 Support

Vitamin B1 nutritional support may be of particular interest to those with increased thiamine requirements, including those with high carbohydrate intake, those who consume alcohol regularly, those following restrictive dietary patterns, older adults, and those with digestive wellness considerations that may affect nutrient absorption. Consult your healthcare practitioner to determine whether Vitamin B1 supplementation is appropriate for your individual needs.

How to Use

Take 1 capsule daily as a dietary supplement, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Precautions

Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) is generally very well tolerated. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are taking medications that may affect thiamine metabolism. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Ingredients

Benfotiamine (fat-soluble Vitamin B1) 250mg per capsule. 60 capsules per bottle.

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Content provided for informational purposes only. Not medical advice. Not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Consult your healthcare practitioner.