Preventive Intake: 300 mcg - 3 mg

Benefits:

• Aids in metabolizing fats and carbohydrates.
• A "B-complex" vitamin that aids in the use of others.
• Decreases blood sugar levels in Type II diabetics by nearly half.
• Allows vitamin B-6 to work at optimal levels.
• Used to treat CTS (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome) in early stages.
• Increases nail strength and hair growth.
• Helps prevent autoimmune disorders.
• Lipoic acid depletes biotin in the body. If taking lipoic acid supplements, higher doses of biotin are recommended.
  

Deficiencies May Cause: Depression, sleepiness, loss of appetite, muscular pains, pale tongue, hair loss, anemia, skin disorders and fatigue.

Food Sources: Brewer's yeast, grains, peanuts, walnuts, milk, egg yolks, lentils, peas, fish, soy flour, vegetables and liver.