A Different Approach to B-Vitamins

Most B-complexes on the market contain extreme dosages: 500%, 1000% or even 2000% of the reference intake. The thinking behind this is simple: the more, the better. But is that true?

B-vitamins are water-soluble. What the body cannot use is excreted through urine. Overdosing therefore mainly leads to expensive urine. Moreover, many supplements use inactive vitamin forms that the body must first convert, and this conversion does not work equally efficiently for everyone.

Kala Health takes a fundamentally different approach. Our Liposomal B-Complex combines three principles that reinforce each other:

The result: a B-complex that is more effective at 100% of the reference intake than competitors with extreme overdoses. Not more, but smarter and milder dosing – making it ideally suited for daily use.

100% Reference Intake: The Science Behind the Choice

The reference intake (RI) is the daily amount of a nutrient that is sufficient for virtually all healthy adults. These values have been established by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) based on extensive scientific research.

Why do many manufacturers still dose many times higher? Two reasons:

Firstly: compensation for poor absorption. Standard B-vitamins are only limitedly absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. By overdosing, manufacturers hope that enough will eventually get through. An inefficient solution.

Secondly: marketing. Higher numbers look more impressive on the label. Consumers associate more with better, even though this assumption is incorrect.

Kala Health solves the absorption problem at the source: by combining active vitamin forms with liposomal encapsulation, bioavailability is drastically increased. This makes 100% RI not only sufficient, but optimal. All eight B-vitamins are also dosed at the same level, exactly as they work together in nature.

Active Vitamin Forms: Directly Usable by the Body

Not all B-vitamins are equal. Many supplements contain inactive forms that the body must first convert to their active variant. This conversion process does not work equally efficiently for everyone and can be influenced by genetic factors, age and health status.

The Liposomal B-Complex from Kala Health contains the directly active forms where possible:

This choice for active forms is particularly relevant for people with MTHFR gene variations, a genetic variation that occurs in an estimated 10 to 15% of the population and makes the conversion of folic acid to active folate more difficult. With 5-MTHF in our formula, this conversion is no longer necessary.

What Are Liposomes?

Liposomes are microscopically small spheres built from phospholipids – the same building blocks that make up the body’s own cell membranes. The structure is elegant: the fat-loving (hydrophobic) tails align towards each other, while the water-loving (hydrophilic) heads point outward. This creates a hollow sphere in which active substances such as B-vitamins are encapsulated.

This structure offers two crucial advantages:

Protection during digestion: The liposomal packaging protects the B-vitamins from breakdown by stomach acid and digestive enzymes. While unprotected water-soluble vitamins are partially lost, liposomal B-vitamins remain intact until they reach the intestine.

Improved cellular uptake: Because liposomes are structurally similar to the body’s own cell membranes, they are easily absorbed through the intestinal wall and subsequently by the cells themselves. The result: the B-vitamins actually reach the places where they are needed.

 

Real Liposomes Versus Marketing Claims

The market for ‘liposomal’ supplements is unfortunately opaque. Many products claim to be liposomal but actually contain other structures. A common alternative are chylomicrons, lipoproteins consisting of a mixture of proteins and fatty substances. Although chylomicrons can improve absorption, they do not offer the same protective double-layer structure as real liposomes.

The difference is significant. Many manufacturers have opted for chylomicrons because until recently no one had succeeded in making real liposomes in dry form. Kala Health was not satisfied with that. Through multiple intermediate steps, we have succeeded in converting B-vitamins into real dry liposomes using Lipo-Real® technology.

Realistic Expectations About Absorption

Very high figures about improved absorption through liposomes circulate on the internet, such as claims that liposomal vitamins would be absorbed 20 times better. These are often unreliable or fraudulent studies. All solid scientific research shows the following: it is responsible to state that a substance in liposomal form is absorbed on average 3 to 4 times better compared to the non-liposomal form.

For water-soluble vitamins such as B-vitamins, this improved absorption is particularly valuable. These vitamins are naturally excreted quickly, causing a large portion of standard supplements to be lost. Liposomal encapsulation ensures that more of the ingested dose is actually utilised. This is precisely why 100% RI is more than sufficient with our formula.

Lipo-Real® Technology: How Does It Work?

Lipo-Real® technology uses phosphatidylcholine from sunflower as the basis for the liposomes. Phosphatidylcholine is a natural phospholipid that also occurs in the body’s own cell membranes. Through a patented production process, the B-vitamins are encapsulated in stable, dry liposomes.

What makes this technology special is that the liposomes are stored in dry powder form – more stable and longer lasting than liquid liposomal formulas. As soon as the powder comes into contact with moisture in the digestive tract, active liposomes spontaneously form that protect and transport the B-vitamins.

Complete B-Complex with Choline and Inositol

In addition to the eight official B-vitamins, our formula also contains choline and inositol. These substances are often counted as part of the B-vitamin family because of their close cooperation with the other B-vitamins in the body.

The Kala Health Liposomal Product Line

Liposomal B-Complex is part of the Kala Health liposomal product line. All products in this line are manufactured using the same Lipo-Real® technology: real dry liposomes that spontaneously form active liposomes in the digestive tract for optimal absorption.

Approved Health Claims

For the B-vitamins in this product, the following health claims have been approved by the European Commission:

Why Choose Kala Health?

Kala Health was founded in 1997 by Paul Klein Breteler with the mission to bring high-quality dietary supplements to the Dutch market. We make no compromises on quality and carefully test all raw materials in independent laboratories.

By manufacturing all products in our own FSSC 22000-certified facility in the Netherlands, we guarantee consistent top quality and complete traceability. From raw material to finished product: everything under one roof, under direct supervision of our experienced quality team.

This integral approach enables us to deliver products you can fully trust: transparent, pure and effective.

Quality Control Per Batch

Every batch of Liposomal B-Complex capsules is extensively tested in an independent laboratory before leaving our factory. We check on three crucial points:

• Free from harmful bacteria: tested for pathogens such as E. coli (absent), Salmonella (absent in 25g), Staphylococcus aureus (absent) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (absent)
• Free from heavy metals: lead (< 3.0 ppm), cadmium (< 1.0 ppm), mercury (< 0.1 ppm) and arsenic (< 0.3 ppm) remain well below European safety limits in accordance with EC 629/2008 and EC 1006/2015
• Microbiologically pure: total plate count < 100 cfu/g, yeast and mould < 100 cfu/g according to strict European Pharmacopoeia standards (Ph.Eur.)

The result is a supplement you can fully trust. The complete Product Specification Sheet with all test results can be viewed on this page.

Certifications and Guarantees

Liposomal B-Complex capsules meet international quality and safety standards:

• FSSC 22000 certified: manufactured in our own certified Dutch facility according to the highest food safety standards
• GMO-free: certified according to EC 1830/2003, no genetically modified ingredients
• Non-irradiated: according to EC 1999/2, no ionising radiation applied
• 100% plant-based: vegetarian capsule with sunflower phosphatidylcholine
• Guaranteed free from: yeast, sugar, starch, gluten, lactose, soy, artificial flavours, colours, fragrances and preservatives

Who Is Liposomal B-Complex Suitable For?

Liposomal B-Complex capsules are developed for:

• People looking for an effective B-vitamin supplement without unnecessary overdosing
• Individuals with MTHFR gene variations or other genetic factors affecting B-vitamin conversion
• Vegetarians and vegans who want to pay extra attention to their B12 intake
• Elderly people whose absorption of B-vitamins is often reduced
• People with increased needs due to stress, intensive exercise or medication use
• Anyone who values active vitamin forms and real liposomal technology

Product Features at a Glance

• 100% Reference Intake: optimally dosed, no unnecessary overdosing
• Real liposomal technology: Lipo-Real® dry liposomes for 3 to 4 times better absorption
• Active vitamin forms: Methylcobalamin, Pyridoxal-5-phosphate and 5-MTHF folate
• Complete B-complex: all eight essential B-vitamins in perfect balance
• Plus choline and inositol: two important B-vitamin-like substances
• Made in the Netherlands: in our own FSSC 22000-certified facility
• Complete chain control: from raw material to finished product under direct supervision
• Extensively tested: for heavy metals and microbiological purity in independent laboratory
• GMO-free and non-irradiated: according to EU legislation (EC 1830/2003 and EC 1999/2)
• 100% plant-based: suitable for vegetarians and vegans
• Free from: yeast, sugar, starch, gluten, lactose, soy, artificial additives

Expressly Stated

A dietary supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet. A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. This product is a dietary supplement (contains B-vitamins).

Due to legal restrictions, we may not disclose all details about the possible effects of this dietary supplement. For content-related questions or personal advice, we can be reached by telephone at: (+31) 070-345-0290. And by e-mail: info@kalahealth.eu.