B vitamins are essential for energy, brain function, and gut health, but did you know that how you cook your food and what you pair it with can affect their potency? In this episode of Food is Fuel, we dive deep into the science of B vitamins—how they work in the body, how to optimize their absorption, and the best ways to preserve their benefits during cooking.

We’ll cover:

• Which B vitamins should be paired together for maximum impact
• The best B vitamins for aging, brain health, gut health, and mitochondrial energy
• How cooking methods (boiling vs. baking) affect B vitamin retention
• How to pair foods with boiled and baked chicken to maximize amino acids and nutrients for muscle building, gut health, energy, and brain function

If you’re serious about fueling your body the right way, this episode is packed with science-backed strategies to help you make the most of every meal.

Tune in now and start optimizing your nutrition!

This is a 2- part series. 

On Thursday, March 5, 2025, we will discuss Healthy Hair, skin, and nails 

"Food Science & B vitamins: Unlocking Beauty from the inside out" 

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