US Orders On Hold, Duties Suddenly In Effect
Worldwide shippers and postal agencies have stopped packages shipping to the US. Our pricing and shipping is based on a “de minimus” duty exemption – no taxes on packages valued $800 or less. This exemption was ended by the US government recently even though originally planned through 2027. More details:...
Read MoreOrdering vitamins to the United Kingdom
Ordering is again available to the United Kingdom. Packages included tracking and orders are guaranteed, as always with VitaminBoost! A few months back the UK increased the paperwork requirements for packages. We had to stop shipping while we assessed. The situation seems to have settled and we are again accepting...
Read MoreShould We Offer a B12 Subscription? We Want Your Input!
At VitaminBoost, we’re considering launching a subscription service to better serve your vitamin needs. Before we make this decision, we want to hear your thoughts on how this service could benefit you. (more…)
The Science Behind Vitamin Absorption: Maximizing the Benefits of Your Supplements
In today’s health-conscious world, many of us turn to supplements to fill nutritional gaps and optimize our wellbeing. But are you getting the full benefits from your vitamins? Understanding how your body absorbs vitamins—particularly vitamin B12—can make all the difference between wasting money on supplements and truly transforming your...
Read More$20 Off Vitamin C … a little help this cold and flu season
Does your immune system need a boost? Our vitamin C ampoules are $20 off. Boxes of 50 ampoules are priced at $105. Trays of 20 amps are discounted to $22. Best before December 2025. Shop Vitamin C
Alcohol Consumption and Vitamin B1 Deficiency
Vitamin B1(thiamine, often found in B complex vitamin supplements) is an essentiel nutrient required for proper brain functioning. Thiamine deficiency is associated with many acute brain diseases and conditions such as Wernicke’s Encephalopathy, Korsakoff’s Psychosis, and cerebellar degeneration – all three as serious as they sound! In developed countries where people generally...
Read MoreVitamin B3 Nicotinamide (B Complex) and Diabetes
Vitamin B3 (nicotinomide, one of the vitamins found in our B Complex) is necessary for the proper use of sugars and fats in the body in the maintenance of cellular health. In their article Cell Life Versus Cell Longevity: The Mysteries Surrounding Nicotinamide (US National Library of Medicine) Li et al. have predicted further studies...
Read MoreWhat Is The Best Form Of Vitamin B12
Injectable vitamin B12 is available as a supplement in several forms, each with it’s own advantages and disadvantages. Learning about each will help you decide which of these forms is best for you. As always, you should consult your health professional when making health related decisions. The different forms of vitamin B12...
Read MorePetition: Make B12 Over The Counter
Tracey Witty of Loughborough in the UK is Petitioning CEO MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) Ian Hudson to “Please make our life saving injectable vitamin B12 (hydroxocobalamin) available over the counter.” Her petition has over 6000 signatures already and could use your help! (more…)
Effects of Aging on Vitamin B12 Absorption
Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin for proper brain functioning. Unfortunately, a decrease in B12 levels is commonly seen with increased age. Deficiencies in B12 can cause or worsen cognitive difficulties, sometimes mistaken for memory loss or early dementia in seniors. (more…)