Bio B Matrix LT (formerly Cyto B-Complex)

• A comprehensive blend of B vitamins in their metabolically active and highly bioavailable forms
• 100 mg of L-theanine per capsule, for mood and stress support through the induction of alpha brain waves
• 60 mg per capsule of spirulina, the blue-green algae that provides a rich source of phytonutrients, carotene and additional B vitamins
• 100 mg of myo-inositol per capsule, to balance mood through improved sensitivity of neurotransmitter and hormone receptors

In many ways, B vitamins are the human body's primary fuel. They are necessary cofactors in enzymatic reactions and most physiological functions. Unfortunately, many people have a suboptimal dietary intake to meet the body's requirements, with various stressors and medications known to deplete various B vitamins. Bio.B Matrix LT offers a comprehensive blend of active and highly bioavailable B vitamins to replenish the system.

Although B vitamins are traditionally considered for their ability to improve energy, mood, and cognition, the list of benefits and indications is extensive. For example, vitamins B6, B12, and B9 (folate) collectively help reduce homocysteine, a toxic metabolite correlated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events, osteoporosis, and other chronic diseases. Many B vitamins are necessary for the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and GABA, while in the liver, B vitamins play a crucial role in detoxification processes. Finally, myo-inositol acts as a “vitamin B-like” compound that improves receptor sensitivity, hormonal balance, and mood.

For these many reasons, vitamin B supplementation may be necessary in certain populations. The problem is that not all B vitamins are created equal, and each B vitamin exists in many different forms, with varying absorption rates and utilization in the body. For example, vitamin B6 in the form of pyridoxine HCl must first be activated in the liver to pyridoxal-5-phosphate. Folic acid must also be converted to 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF) to become metabolically active. Bio.B Matrix LT includes these active forms for optimal absorption, utilization in the body, and clinical results.

L-theanine is an amino acid naturally found in green and black tea that induces alpha brain waves and produces a relaxed yet alert state. L-theanine supplementation can modulate several neurotransmitters in the brain, such as dopamine, GABA, and serotonin, which may partly explain its beneficial effect on mood and stress. Research has specifically found that L-theanine alone can improve insomnia, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and cognitive deficits such as inability to focus and poor concentration.

Finally, blue-green algae and the superfood known as spirulina complete the Bio.B Matrix LT formula. Spirulina acts as a powerful antioxidant capable of improving cholesterol levels, allergies, blood pressure, and blood sugar regulation.

Bio.B Matrix LT offers a comprehensive blend of highly bioavailable and active B vitamins, with added L-theanine and spirulina to synergistically improve markers of mood, energy, stress and cognition.