Formerly known as "Power Ultivite".
Heavy on Bs: B1 = B2 = B5 = 120mg / tablet
Sells for $29 (80% more) at Chemistwarehouse.com.au after discounts.
Direct from Amazon AU - not 3rd party sellers.
Product link: https://swisse.com.au/swisse-mens-high-potency-multivitamin
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Could you elaborate? Pretty please, genuinely curious.
Your original description said "Heavy on bs". https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/596/117912/screenshot_…
It still says so, mods edited the title so I moved it into deal body.
Why "that's hardly an endorsement!" ? :)
@nuker: Well its not funny when I've got to explain the joke. So I asked ChatGPT to explain it:
"BS" is a shorthand for "bulls***," a colloquial term used to describe something as false, nonsensical, exaggerated, or deceptive. It is often used to express skepticism or disapproval of a statement, claim, or situation. While informal, it is widely recognized in English and frequently appears in both casual conversation and critical commentary.
Describing something as "Heavy on BS" typically conveys strong skepticism or criticism, suggesting that the subject is full of misinformation, exaggerations, or implausible claims. Such a characterization is inherently negative and implies that the speaker doesn't take the subject seriously or agree with it.
@adam: 'BS', 'Bs' and 'bs' are three very different things, dude. Case freakin sensitive, lol
How could you miss that??
is $29 80% more?
roughly
Swisse are BS
Just be careful of the B6. That's a very high amount and it can be problematic for some. I wouldn't recommend taking this as a one-a-day for that reason. That said, in my experience, Swisse multis tend to pack more nutrients into them on average, and this is a good price.
What are the risks of taking 50mg of B6 daily?
Neurotoxicity usually presenting as peripheral neuropathy.
As a doctor I advise any patient keen on supplements to be especially careful with vit B6. Most cases of toxicity involve someone taking multiple sources of vit B6, often 3 or more different supplements, because manufacturers seem to slip it in to all types of different formulations. I will not take or recommend any supplement that combines vit B6, the risk profile is just too high.
Another one is vit A and liver failure. Thankfully less common as manufacturers don't use it as ubiquitously, but it does happen and sometimes a young person needs a transplant because of their supplements.
It's best to stick to single micronutrient supplementation PRN - objectively identify a deficiency, adjust diet to solve, only consider supplementation if refractory and monitor and have an endpoint goal for cessation.
Is it OK if I only take one vit tab per day and it is this one?
My other daily one is D3 10k.
I don't know what your vit D dose is but that "10k" has me tightening my collar.
This one, "Vitamin D3 10000 IU", one tab per day : https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B00HYI06OQ
As a doctor, you probably aware of the cases when someone actually checked contents of a multivitamin pills sold in countries with good healthcare and standards. With that in mind, I wouldn't blame B6 this much, even though you are totally right about it.
I thought a balance diet is the answer ?
You don't piss out excess B6, that's why it can sneak up on you. It has a 25 day half-life, longer if your genetics are bad.
@G-rig: B6 being toxic is quite a new finding maybe in the last few years. I only read articles about it this year.
https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/i-couldn-t-walk-gp…
@G-rig: Wow what an attitude…
Everything is bad if it's too much.
Heck, some people with sensitive stomach can't even have too much Vit C.
But with that kind of attitude, you can believe what you want to believe.
@G-rig: observation? you have an attitude that basically makes everything black and white with no context. maybe you need to observe your own view on things.
well, if an article from RACGP is not good enough for you, simply search "b6 toxicity" on google and you will find plenty of results.
@meong: I'm not too worried about it as I'm not getting it (and it's not vegan).
A quick search says the RDI for B6 is 1.0 - 1.7mg depending on age, this shit contains 50mg so yes, it sounds like you much. Just eat a balanced diet.
Arguing about the same thing champ, haha
@G-rig: Like i said. You were the one who made it black and white.
I merely pointed out that B6 toxicity does exist.
I'm not arguing with you as i already told you to believe what you want to believe.
@meong: Don't really care but it is pointless.
Looks like you did as well unless you are buying some.
Just to add to the B6 awareness. Some energy drinks also contain B6, so if you are a regular consumer, it's definitely worth checking.
Another common source is that some magnesium supplements also contain B6.
So, if you take a one a day multi that's already a bit high in B6 like this one….
plus you take a more "targeted" Magnesium supplement that contains B6
plus you are a regular/semi-regular user of an energy drink that includes B6
plus, given that B6 has such a long half-life
The cumulative effect could easily sneak up on you.
This article doesn't mention energy drinks but I think it's a good general introduction to the issue:
https://www.rcpa.edu.au/Library/Publications/PathWay/Docs/Vi…
Disclaimer: I'm not qualified or an expert in anything at all whatsoever.
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Ay lmao
I tried this. Made me feel sick. Went back to regular strength.
Superman, 1, 2, 3…
Is this good to supplement a veggo diet?
"Heavy on bs" - well that's hardly an endorsement!