Vitamin B Complex

Dr. Ellner called last week to tell me about new research concerning Vitamin B Complex.  She said to tell the group that in addition to our multivitamins and our sublingual B-12 we should be taking a Vitamin B Complex daily.  Those who have had gastric bypass surgery are now showing up Vitamin B deficient.  Also, I just got a message from another group leader in Mesa, Arizona who said her surgeon said some of it has to do also with caffiene blocking absorption.   Dr. Ellner further stated that one of the most important things to remember in choosing a supplement is the rate at which it dissolves.  Your vitamins should dissolve in room temp water within 10-15 minutes.  The first ones I purchased from Safeway (Shiff brand at $16 a bottle) did not dissolve.  The cheap-o Safeway brand ($5) dissolved in 25 minutes.  You can also find a B Complex at Bariatric Advantage or Dr. Ellner's webpage estore.  If anyone finds them elsewhere and does the water-test, please share your info with the rest of us. Sherry :)

I have started to look into this and because I love chewables, they make me think I`m eating a treat, I have found one brand in chewable online. It is by Solaray, I think. I haven`t ordered them yet but I think I will. If anyone finds any others or finds them locally please let me know. Alice

How are the chewables?

I got the chewables in and they aren`t bad. They last a long time if you suck on them so it keeps my mind off snacking for a blt. Not bad. I think I`ll continue with them.