Vitamin B
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What it is
Vitamin B is not a single nutrient but a group of water-soluble vitamins, including B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine), B7 (biotin), B9 (folate), and B12 (cobalamin). These vitamins are found naturally in many foods like whole grains, meat, eggs, and dairy. They can also be synthesized for use as food additives.
Why it's used
Vitamin B complex is often added to foods as a nutrient to fortify them, helping consumers meet their daily requirements. It is commonly found in breakfast cereals, bread, pasta, and infant formula. Manufacturers add it to enhance the nutritional profile of products.
Health notes
The FDA recognizes B vitamins as essential nutrients and allows their addition to foods for fortification. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated various B vitamins, and for some, they have established acceptable daily intakes. Generally, B vitamins are considered safe when consumed at typical levels found in fortified foods. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming foods fortified with B vitamins.
Allergen info
Vitamin B itself is not an allergen. However, depending on the source or synthesis method, some B vitamins might be produced using ingredients derived from major allergens. Manufacturers should be consulted for specific product information.
Products containing Vitamin B
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Moonlight Mixes, LLC
Spicy Hot Chipotle
536kcal
7.1Protein
28.6Fat
53.6Carbs
Omni Food Concepts
Flurry Shake Ice Cream, Cookies 'N Cream
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
182kcal
4.2Protein
7.2Fat
25.9Carbs
Cape Cod Cookies To Go
Snicker Doodle Homemade Cookies
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
480kcal
5Protein
25Fat
60Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Magic Treasures Toasted Whole Grain Oat With Marshmallows Cereal, Magic Treasures With Marshmallows
407kcal
7.4Protein
3.7Fat
85.2Carbs
Winco Foods, Inc.
Winco Foods, Toaster Pastries, Frosted Blueberry, Frosted Blueberry
385kcal
3.9Protein
9.6Fat
71.2Carbs
Mr. Beverages Old Time Cocktail Mixes
Cookie Brittle, Gingerbread
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
474kcal
5.3Protein
23.9Fat
57.9Carbs
Long Grove Confectionery Co.
Milk Chocolate S'Mores
High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving
486kcal
5.7Protein
22.9Fat
68.6Carbs
Haggen Inc.
Angel Hair
375kcal
12.5Protein
1.8Fat
75Carbs
Brooke's Seasoning Salt Co.
General Mills, Cereal, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cinnamon Toast Crunch
404kcal
5.3Protein
10.5Fat
79.0Carbs