Vitamins, Minerals and Amino Acids: Technical Documentation
EFSA Claims
CE 432/20012
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): Vitamin B1 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): Riboflavin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. Riboflavin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
Vitamin B3 (Nicotinamide/Niacin): Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. Niacin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): Pantothenic acid contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. Pantothenic acid contributes to the normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D, and certain neurotransmitters. Pantothenic acid contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Pantothenic acid contributes to normal mental performance.
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine): Vitamin B6 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. Vitamin B6 contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system. Vitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function. Vitamin B6 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity.
Vitamin B7 (Inositol): Not applicable.
Vitamin B8 (Biotin): Biotin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. Biotin contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system. Biotin contributes to normal psychological function.
Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid): Folate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Folate contributes to normal psychological function. Folate contributes to the growth of maternal tissues during pregnancy. Folate plays a role in the process of cell division. Folate contributes to the normal function of the immune system. Folate contributes to the normal synthesis of amino acids.
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin): Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. Vitamin B12 contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system. Vitamin B12 contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system. Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid): Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. Vitamin C contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system. Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function. Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system. Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol): Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function.
Vitamin E (d-alpha-tocopherol): Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Selenium: Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis. Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system. Selenium contributes to normal thyroid function. Selenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Zinc: Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood. Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction. Zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Copper: Copper contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. Copper contributes to the normal function of the nervous system. Copper contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Copper contributes to the maintenance of normal connective tissue. Copper contributes to the normal transport of iron in the body.
Arginine: Arginine is an amino acid that increases nitric oxide levels, which improves blood flow and aids in muscle recovery after exercise. The increased concentration of nitrogen in the blood relaxes blood vessel walls and promotes vasodilation.
Carnitine: Carnitine helps improve sperm motility and motility, thus supporting male fertility. It also has antioxidant properties that protect sperm from oxidative damage.
Taurine: Taurine is an amino acid that plays a role in male fertility. For men looking to improve their fertility, taking taurine can offer multiple benefits related to sperm health, sperm quality, and even hormonal support.
Caffeine: Caffeine is a psychostimulant. It promotes wakefulness, reduces fatigue and drowsiness, maintains alertness and increases endurance.