Description
B-vitamins are essential for optimal health as they are necessary cofactors in enzymatic reactions and most physiological functions. Unfortunately, many people have suboptimal dietary intake to match the demands of the body, with various stressors and medications being well-known to deplete various B-vitamins.
Bio-B Matrix HP offers a solution by providing the most complete blend of active and highly bioavailable B-vitamins in the Cyto-Matrix line to efficiently replete the system.
Although B-vitamins are classically considered for their ability to improve energy, mood and cognition, the list of benefits and indications is vast. For example, vitamins B6, B9 and B12 collectively help to reduce homocysteine, a toxic metabolite correlated with a greater risk of cardiovascular events, osteoporosis and other chronic diseases. Many B-vitamins are also necessary for the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and GABA, while in the liver B-vitamins play a crucial role in detoxification processes.
For these many reasons, B-vitamin supplementation may be necessary in select populations. The problem is that not all B-vitamins are created equal and each B-vitamin exists in many different forms, with variable absorption rates and utilization in the body. For example, vitamin B6 in the form of pyridoxine HCl must first be activated in the liver into pyridoxal-5-phosphate. Folic acid must also be converted into 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF) to become metabolically active.
Bio-B Matrix HP includes all of these active forms for optimal absorption, utilization in the body and clinical outcomes. However, the most unique B-vitamin form found in Bio-B Matrix HP is undoubtedly benfotiamine. Benfotiamine is a fat-soluble version of B1 that is much better absorbed when compared to the more commonly supplemented thiamine HCl. Specifically, bioavailability studies have found that benfotiamine provides approximately 5 times the peak blood levels of B1 and 3.6 times greater bioavailability (as per AUC; area under the curve). More importantly, benfotiamine allows for 5 times greater uptake into muscle tissue, 25 times greater into brain tissue and 10-40% better incorporation into other organs such as liver and kidney. Clinical trials utilizing benfotiamine have found that it is capable of protecting nerves from damage, improving nerve conduction and regulating blood sugar.
Bio-B Matrix HP offers a complete blend of highly bioavailable and active B-vitamins, including the highly effective and bioavailable form of vitamin B1, benfotiamine. Inositol and choline are added for their ability to improve receptor sensitivity and aid in the proper neurological development, respectively.
Ingredients
| Ingredient |
Amount |
| Vitamin B1 (benfotiamine) |
33.3 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin-5-phosphate) |
8.3 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (inositol hexanicotinate) |
166.6 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantesin®* panthenine, calcium D-pantothenate) |
166.6 mg |
| Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal-5-phosphate) |
33.3 mg |
| Folate (L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) |
333.3 mcg |
| Biotin |
166.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) |
333.3 mcg |
| Inositol (inositol hexanicotinate, inositol) |
133.3 mg |
| Choline (Choline L(+) Bitartrate (VitaCholine™))** |
81.6 mg |
*Pantesin® is a registered trademark of Kyowa Pharma Chemical Co., Ltd
**VitaCholineTM is a trademark of Balchem Corporation |
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Unit of Measure above: Each capsule
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Vegetable-grade magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose. Capsule: hypromellose.
Directions and Cautions
Directions: Adults – Take 1 capsule, 3 times per day or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Indications: Source of vitamins to support biological functions which play a key role in the maintenance of good health. Helps to support liver function and energy production and to maintain immune function, metabolism and healthy hair, nails and skin.
Warnings: Do not use if safety seal is broken.
Brand
Cyto Matix
Why Choose Cyto-Matrix?
We are 100% committed to helping you improve lives.
Cyto-Matrix's products
The excellent clinical results that are achieved with our products, combined with our honest and ethical approach, has earned Cyto-Matrix the trust of many of the most scrutinizing Canadian health care practitioners. We are appreciative and honoured that new clients of Cyto-Matrix quickly become loyal clients and are open to building a lasting relationship with us.
Our philosophy is simple; purity, integrity, innovation:
Purity
Products are developed using the highest grade possible raw materials with vegetable capsules while minimizing the use of excipients.
All products are manufactured in state-of-the-art, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)-compliant Canadian facilities, meeting or exceeding pharmaceutical and Health Canada standards.
Third-Party tested with rigorous QA/QC.
Integrity
All formulations are researched and designed by Naturopathic Doctors based on Health Canada-approved, evidence based science.
Products are fully licensed with approved Health Canada label claims.
All associates are required to adhere to the high ethical standards of the organization.
Customer Service Representatives will refer technical questions to staff doctors, with accurate, fast-as-possible turn around.
Innovation
Cyto-Matrix is continually researching and adding cutting-edge formulas to meet the unique and changing needs of your patients.
Expertise and innovation are shared through seminars, blog articles and Practice Pearls to aid in professional development and continuing education.
Regular feedback from practiticing professionals and our National Advisory Board is an integral part of our innovation. Do share your feedback and ideas!
Quality Manufacturing
Cyto-Matrix products are manufactured in state-of-the-art Canadian facilities in Quebec and Ontario.
Cyto-Matrix's manufacturing facility
These facilities hold valid Site Licenses as per the requirements of Health Canada's Natural Health Product Directorate. In accordance with these guidelines, sites must have procedures in place for distribution records and product recalls and for the handling, storage and delivery of their products. They must also demonstrate that they meet Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
The Quality Assurance Department
This department is responsible for the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's). The main goal here is to ensure the integrity of the result of the finished product. All SOP's ensure compliance with GMP requirements. Other responsibilities include:
Editing of protocols and installation, operation and performance qualification implementation
Validation of HVAC, purified water and other systems
Validation of production of lab equipment
Validation of process including manufacturing/cleaning/sterilizing
The Quality Control Department
Quality Control is done throughout the manufacturing process to ensure that the finished product meets the pre-determined specifications for micro-biological and physiological criteria. Raw materials are specifically tested to ensure the highest level of quality.
The Validation Department
Working closely with the QA and QC departments, the Validation department ensures compliance with all regulations and industry standards. In particular, the main responsibilities of this department are:
Editing of protocols and installation, operation and performance qualification implementation
Validation of HVAC, purified water and other systems
Validation of production of lab equipment
Validation of process including manufacturing/cleaning/sterilizing
Cyto-Matrix Inc. is dedicated to sourcing the highest quality of raw materials available on the global market. It is the combination of high quality raw materials and strictly adhered to GMP practices, which make Cyto-Matrix products of a superior class in the natural health products market.
