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vitamin B complex
noun
: a group of water-soluble vitamins that are found especially in yeast, seed germs, eggs, liver and flesh, and vegetables and that have varied metabolic functions and include coenzymes and growth factors
called also B complex
compare biotin, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavinExamples of vitamin B complex in a Sentence
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To fight fatigue and help with stress on the body (and nervous system), use vitamin B12 or a whole vitamin B complex.
—Emily Peck, WIRED, 31 Dec. 2022
Some of the most popular brain health supplements include fish oil supplements, herbs such as ginkgo biloba and Bacopa monnieri, and vitamin B complex supplements.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 10 Nov. 2022
The main sources for vitamin B complex includes chicken, organ meats, eggs, seeds, nuts and fortified cereals and grains.
—Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAY, 30 June 2022
Nutrithick is a vitamin B complex that includes B1, B3, B5, and B6.
—Emerald Elitou, Essence, 10 Jan. 2022
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Word History
First Known Use
1928, in the meaning defined above
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“Vitamin B complex.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vitamin%20B%20complex. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
vitamin B complex
noun
: a group of vitamins that are found widely in foods and are essential for normal function of certain enzymes and for growth
called also B complex
Medical Definition
vitamin B complex
noun
: a group of water-soluble vitamins (such as biotin, niacin, and thiamine) found especially in yeast, seed germs, eggs, liver and flesh, and vegetables that have varied metabolic functions and include coenzymes and growth factors
called also B complex
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