Vitamin B Supplements often contain the cheaper Synthetic Inactive Forms of the B Vitamins. Synthetic Inactive B Vitamins require conversion by the liver to be absorbed and utilised by the body. The liver converts these B Vitamins into the active forms slowly, therefore they are quickly eliminated from the body through urine before offering much of a benefit. B Vitamins are also water soluble, so they need to be replaced daily. 

Active B Vitamins play critical roles in many body processes. They serve as cofactors for enzymatic reactions, and are necessary for gene expression, oxidation-reduction reactions, energy production, detoxification, and formation of other biologically essential compounds. All the B Vitamins play a role in mitochondrial function, and deficiencies may be associated with oxidative stress and mitochondrial damage. Although many of the B Vitamins are present in the diet particularly in an era of “food fortification,” a large portion of the population still experiences deficiencies, particularly of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, and Folate.

Omega-3 fatty acids are important for maintaining your child’s overall health, growth and development, especially regarding the central nervous system, showing improvements in different parameters of cognitive function; visual development, resulting in a better visual acuity, and cardiovascular health.