BlackDoctor.org) -- Stress and fatigue are two of the top problems that most people complain about. There are many different vitamins on the market that will help improve your overall well-being. There are also a few different vitamins out there that are made specifically to target energy levels. There are so many vitamin supplements claiming to improve energy. Be weary of those that contain high concentrations of sugar or caffeine. To find a supplement that will help fight stress and fatigue, be sure it contains the following vitamins:

Thiamine. Thiamine, or what we know as vitamin B1, plays an important role in converting fat and carbohydrates from the food we eat into energy. This vitamin not only boosts the immune system, but helps in improving your immune system as well. People who have vitamin B1 deficiency may experience extreme fatigue.

Riboflavin. All the B vitamins, including riboflavin are crucial in the metabolism of fat and carbohydrates. It is also important in preventing eye fatigue and promoting general well-being. People who have low levels of riboflavin may experience sluggishness and eye problems, particularly burning and itching sensations.

Niacin. Niacin, vitamin B3, plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy digestive system. This vitamin also helps in converting the food we eat into energy. People who have problems absorbing niacin in their bodies usually suffer from muscle weakness, gastrointestinal problems, and fatigue.

Pantothenic acid. Pantothenic acid, vitamin B5, is considered the anti-stress vitamin. Aside from making the body more resistant to stress, this vitamin also helps improve the immune defenses and is crucial for cell renewal.

Vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 is important in keeping your body and mind healthy. Actually, this vitamin is necessary not only in the metabolism of over a hundred enzymes, but also in the breakdown an production of amino acids.

Vitamin B12. Aside from enhancing energy, vitamin B12 is necessary for the absorption of calcium, improvement of concentration and memory, production of red blood cells and prevention of anemia.

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