How B Vitamins Aid The Digestive System

The family of B vitamins (B Complex) aid many of our bodily functions, but today we're going to look specifically at how they help our digestive system.

Having a good supply of Thiamin (B1) serves us with a good appetite for eating. Since it also aids our nervous system, it is also important for those involuntary movements of digestion.

Niacin (B3) keeps the surfaces of our digestive tract healthy. It also promotes good general functioning to keep the digestive system healthy. The tongue too is considered part of this process, therefore it needs sufficient B3 to do its part well.

B9 maintains the gastrointestinal tract. You may also know vitamin B9 as folic acid or folate, as they are one in the same.

Finally, bacteria within the digestive tract produces vitamin K. Vitamin K helps our blood to clot.