The EU claim on the reduction of tiredness and fatigue exists for iron, magnesium, vitamin C and six B vitamins, but if you feel tired all the time, start with your sleep, your diet and a blood test for iron and vitamin B12, and only then choose a food supplement. Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. In the Stivits range these are Iron Complex with 27 mg of iron per tablet, Methylcobalamin Vitamin B12 1000 mcg and Magnesium MALATE 2000mg with 230 mg of magnesium per tablet. If you want caffeine in a capsule, there is Energy Complex: 100 mg of caffeine, a little more than a cup of filter coffee. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.
Here are nine Stivits products for tiredness and low energy. The serving is in the row name, and all numbers are per serving.
| Stivits product, daily serving | Iron | Vitamin B12 | Caffeine | What else is in the serving | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Complex, 1 tablet | 27 mg | 25 µg | None | B6 5 mg, B9 250 µg, zinc 10 mg, copper 1.2 mg | 90 days |
| Methylcobalamin Vitamin B12 1000 mcg, 1 tablet | None | 1000 µg | None | None | 120 days |
| B6+B9+B12 Vitamins, 1 tablet | None | 1000 µg | None | B6 1.5 mg, B9 400 µg | 90 days |
| B-Complex Strength formula, 1 tablet | None | 1 µg | None | B1 1.4 mg, B2 1.6 mg, B3 18 mg, B5 6 mg, B6 2 mg, folic acid 200 µg, biotin 150 µg | 180 days |
| Magnesium MALATE 2000mg, 1 tablet | None | None | None | Magnesium 230 mg, B6 2.5 mg | 90 days |
| Energy Complex, 1 capsule | None | 10 µg | 100 mg | B6 2 mg, chromium 15 µg, guarana extract 18.75 mg, green tea extract 2.5 mg | 90 days |
| Guarana 800 mg with Caffeine, 1 tablet | None | None | From guarana | Guarana extract 4:1, 200 mg | 120 days |
| Maca Root 2500 mg, 1 capsule | None | None | None | Maca extract 10:1, 250 mg | 90 days |
| Panax Ginseng Extract 2100mg, 1 capsule | None | None | None | Ginseng extract 35:1, 60 mg | 90 days |
Of these nine products, only Iron Complex contains iron. Two products contain caffeine; the other seven do not.
The EU claim on the reduction of tiredness and fatigue exists for iron, magnesium, vitamin C and six B vitamins. Each one is listed in the EU register of claims and applies only if the serving contains at least the threshold amount of the substance. Every dose below meets that threshold.
| Substance | Claim from the EU register | Stivits product, dose per serving |
|---|---|---|
| Iron | Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | Iron Complex, 27 mg in 1 tablet |
| Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | Methylcobalamin, 1000 µg in 1 tablet |
| Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | Magnesium MALATE, 230 mg in 1 tablet |
| Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | Vitamin C 1000 mg, 1000 mg in 1 tablet |
| Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | B-Complex Strength formula, 2 mg in 1 tablet |
| Riboflavin (B2) | Riboflavin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | B-Complex Strength formula, 1.6 mg in 1 tablet |
| Niacin (B3) | Niacin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | B-Complex Strength formula, 18 mg in 1 tablet |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | Pantothenic acid contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | B-Complex Strength formula, 6 mg in 1 tablet |
| Folate (B9) | Folate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | B6+B9+B12 Vitamins, 400 µg in 1 tablet |
Vitamin B1 and biotin are also in the B-Complex Strength formula, but they have no claim on fatigue. Iron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body. Vitamin B12 contributes to normal red blood cell formation.
Start with sleep, water, movement and stress. MedlinePlus, the reference site of the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), advises getting enough sleep, eating a balanced diet, drinking enough water, being active regularly and reducing stress. Fatigue has many causes, and not all of them are a matter of nutrition.
The next step is a blood test together with a doctor. A ferritin test shows whether enough iron is stored in the body. A doctor orders a test for vitamin B12 and folate when there are signs that these vitamins are low.
See a doctor if the fatigue came on for no clear reason, especially together with a fever, weight loss or regular sweating. Frequent headaches, waking in the night, low mood and medicines that make you drowsy are also reasons to book an appointment.
Get help at once if you have confusion, dizziness, blurred vision, very little urine, new swelling with weight gain or thoughts of harming yourself. This is the MedlinePlus (NIH) list. A food supplement is no substitute for an examination.
The choice depends on your test results and your lifestyle. Make the decision about an iron food supplement together with your doctor, based on the test result. Talk to your doctor about vitamin B12.
Iron. Iron Complex from Stivits has 27 mg of iron in the form of bisglycinate, plus B6 5 mg, B9 250 µg, B12 25 µg, zinc 10 mg and copper 1.2 mg. The trade-off: without a test you are guessing. Some people have too much iron in the body, and for them iron food supplements are ruled out. During pregnancy and after childbirth a doctor decides the iron dose.
Vitamin B12. It is found in fish, meat, poultry, eggs and dairy products. Methylcobalamin and Cyanocobalamin from Stivits give 1000 µg per tablet and are suitable for vegans. B6+B9+B12 Vitamins give the same 1000 µg plus B6 1.5 mg and B9 400 µg. The trade-off: these tablets contain no iron.
Wash the iron tablet down with water, not black tea. MedlinePlus writes that black tea contains substances that bind the iron from food. Vitamin C increases iron absorption. You can get it from food or from a tablet of Vitamin C 1000 mg, 1 tablet a day with a meal.
Keep the pack of Iron Complex out of the reach of children. MedlinePlus warns that children can be poisoned if they swallow many iron tablets.
One capsule of Stivits Energy Complex contains 100 mg of caffeine; a cup of filter coffee contains about 90 mg. EFSA sees no safety concerns for healthy adults at a single dose of up to 200 mg and up to 400 mg a day from all sources. The figures for coffee and tea below are also from EFSA.
| Source of caffeine, serving | Caffeine |
|---|---|
| Stivits Energy Complex, 1 capsule | 100 mg |
| Cup of filter coffee, 200 ml | About 90 mg |
| Espresso, 60 ml | About 80 mg |
| Energy drink, 250 ml can | About 80 mg |
| Cup of black tea, 220 ml | About 50 mg |
| Single dose for a healthy adult, EFSA | Up to 200 mg |
| Daily dose for a healthy adult, EFSA | Up to 400 mg |
Caffeine from the capsule adds to the coffee, tea and energy drinks you have during the day. In some adults 100 mg shortly before bed affects sleep, so do not take the capsule in the evening. During pregnancy and breastfeeding EFSA gives a limit of 200 mg a day from all sources. Energy Complex is not recommended then, or for children. Guarana 800 mg is also not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
The trade-off with caffeine: it does not remove the cause of fatigue. MedlinePlus says plainly that stimulants, including caffeine, do not fix fatigue, and it can get worse once you stop them.
Guarana (Paullinia cupana) helps to maintain alertness and concentration. Guarana helps to maintain energy and vitality. One tablet of Guarana 800 mg from Stivits contains guarana extract 4:1, 200 mg, equivalent to 800 mg of guarana.
If you choose plant-based products without caffeine, the range includes maca and Korean ginseng. Maca helps to maintain energy and vitality. Korean ginseng helps to maintain energy and vitality. The trade-off: these capsules contain no vitamins or minerals.
If you train hard, see the separate guide on creatine monohydrate.
Coenzyme Q10 100 mg is a substance found in the cells of the body. 100 mg per capsule, 1 capsule a day with a meal, lasts 60 days. There is no authorised EU claim on coenzyme Q10. Only the composition is given here.
Find your situation in the table.
| Your situation | Where to start | Stivits product, serving | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| You want B12 in a tablet suitable for vegans | A test for B12 | Methylcobalamin, 1000 µg in 1 tablet | No iron in the tablet |
| You want B12 with B6 and B9 | A test for B12 | B6+B9+B12 Vitamins, 1000 µg of B12 in 1 tablet | No iron in the tablet |
| You want iron in a tablet | A ferritin test | Iron Complex, 27 mg of iron in 1 tablet | Without a test the dose is chosen blind |
| You want B vitamins in one tablet | See what you already take | B-Complex Strength formula, 1 tablet | B12 is only 1 µg, 1000 times less than in Methylcobalamin |
| You want caffeine in a capsule | Count the coffee and tea you have in a day | Energy Complex, 100 mg of caffeine in 1 capsule | Caffeine adds to coffee and tea and does not remove the cause of fatigue |
| You want a plant-based option without caffeine | Check your sleep and diet | Maca Root, 250 mg of extract in 1 capsule | No vitamins or minerals in the capsule |
The EU claim on the reduction of tiredness and fatigue exists for iron, magnesium, vitamin C and six B vitamins: B2, B3, B5, B6, B9 and B12. Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. From Stivits these are Iron Complex with 27 mg of iron and Methylcobalamin with 1000 µg of vitamin B12 per tablet. Choose after a blood test and a talk with your doctor.
Have a blood test and discuss the result with a doctor. A ferritin test shows iron stores, and a B12 and folate test is ordered when there are signs that these vitamins are low. Have the tests before you start iron or B12 tablets. Stivits Iron Complex has 27 mg of iron per tablet; do not take such a dose at random.
Tiredness alone cannot tell you: there are many causes, from sleep and stress to illness, and some of them no food supplement will solve. A blood test and a doctor give the answer. If the result shows low iron or B12, your doctor can say whether a supplement is needed. Stivits Iron Complex has 27 mg of iron and Methylcobalamin 1000 µg of B12 per tablet.
The EU claims on tiredness and fatigue are not split by sex: for iron, magnesium, vitamin C and the B vitamins they are the same. From Stivits these are Iron Complex with 27 mg of iron, Methylcobalamin with 1000 µg of B12 and Magnesium MALATE with 230 mg of magnesium per tablet. In pregnancy and breastfeeding the iron dose is decided by a doctor.
One capsule of Stivits Energy Complex contains 100 mg of caffeine, and a pack of 90 capsules lasts 90 days. According to EFSA, a 200 ml cup of filter coffee contains about 90 mg of caffeine and a 60 ml espresso about 80 mg. Adults take 1 capsule once a day.
EFSA sees no safety concerns for healthy adults at a single dose of up to 200 mg and up to 400 mg a day from all sources. During pregnancy and breastfeeding the limit is 200 mg a day. A Stivits Energy Complex capsule gives 100 mg; add the coffee and tea you have during the day.
Not with black tea; take it with water. MedlinePlus (NIH) writes that black tea contains substances that bind the iron from food. Vitamin C increases iron absorption. Stivits Iron Complex has 27 mg of iron in a tablet, and Stivits vitamin C has 1000 mg in a tablet.
They are two forms of vitamin B12. Both Stivits tablets give 1000 µg, a pack of 120 tablets lasts 120 days, and both are suitable for vegans. Cyanocobalamin is taken with a meal; Methylcobalamin has no such condition. Take 1 tablet a day of either form.
Without caffeine, Stivits has Iron Complex with 27 mg of iron, Methylcobalamin with 1000 µg of B12 and Magnesium MALATE with 230 mg of magnesium per tablet. Among plant products there is maca, 250 mg of extract 10:1 per capsule. Maca helps to maintain energy and vitality.
Coenzyme Q10 is a substance found in the cells of the body. A Stivits capsule contains 100 mg; take 1 capsule a day with a meal, and a pack lasts 60 days.
The Stivits product data contain no ban on taking them together: Coenzyme Q10 100 mg and Iron Complex with 27 mg of iron are each taken once a day. NCCIH (NIH) writes that coenzyme Q10 may interact with some medicines. If you take any, ask a doctor first.
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