How B Vitamins Improve Brain Health, Cognition, Psychiatric Problems and Mood Disorders

A high number indicates brain decline. Yet these 3 nutrients specifically slow shrinkage by up to 700% in regions most severely impacted by Alzheimer's. And they reduce this telltale numerical marker.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• Research suggests vitamins B6, B8 and B12 significantly reduce symptoms associated with schizophrenia — more so than standard drug treatments alone. High dose niacin (B3) is another effective treatment

• Other B vitamin deficiencies can also produce symptoms of psychiatric disorders and mood disorders, and can play a role in cognitive decl…