Benfotiamine with Thiamine

Life Extension Benfotiamine with Thiamine, 100mg - 120 vcaps

Benfotiamine is a bioavailable, fat-soluble form of vitamin B1 (thiamine) that significantly supports healthy blood sugar metabolism while protecting the body against damage from advanced glycation end products and oxidative stress.

Transketolase, an enzyme essential for blood sugar metabolism, needs thiamine as a co-factor; however, standard thiamine is water-soluble, limiting its availability in cells. In contrast, benfotiamine's fat-soluble properties allow for easy penetration into cells.

Clinical studies have shown that benfotiamine boosts transketolase activity by a remarkable 300%, compared to just 20% for standard thiamine, effectively blocking multiple harmful metabolic pathways linked to vascular damage. Moreover, benfotiamine also inhibits the nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-kB) signaling pathway, which is involved in many inflamed conditions.

By enhancing glucose metabolism and supporting overall blood glucose levels, benfotiamine is an affordable dietary supplement that can contribute to nerve, kidney, eye, vascular, and heart health.