B vitamins are perhaps the most important class of vitamins in terms of nerve health.  Of particular benefit are vitamins B1, B2, B6 and B12 – all of which are essential for proper nerve function.   For those suffering from nerve pain related to neuropathy, getting these vitamins through diet and daily supplements can be an important step in the slowing the progression of nerve damage and reducing many of the painful symptoms.  Here are five ways B vitamins maintain and improve nerve health:

1.  Protect the Myelin Sheath

The myelin sheath is a protective coating around the nerves that helps maintain the integrity of the nerve and the electrical signals transmitted through them.  Vitamin B12 is a key vitamin for supporting the health of this protective coating.  If the myelin sheath is damaged, vitamin B12 helps rebuild and repair the coating.

2.  Supports Nerve Cell Growth & Regeneration

The…