Vitamin B12: What You Need To Know
In the recent past 95% of the people are diagnosed with Vitamin B12 deficiency. Being an important vitamin for the synthesis of DNA, RNA, red blood cells and reducing homocystein levels in the cardiovascular system it could lead to multiple complications while deficit.
Symptoms of deficiency of B12
- Pale skin
- Smooth tongue
- Constipation, diarrhea,acidity
- Loss of appetite
- Muscle cramps
- Nerve problems
- Vision issues
- Shortness of breath
- Depression
- Memory loss
- numbness
Vitamin B12 Rich foods
- Meat
- Fish
- Egg
- Poultry
- Dairy products
If you are a vegan or a vegetarian whose animal food intake is low, then the chances of having a B12 deficiency is high. Get yourself tested to identify the deficiency. (CLICK HERE TO BOOK A VITAMIN TEST)
Why B12?
- It helps protection of the heart by reducing the homocystein levels which usually leads to inflammation of arteries and heart disease
- It helps the transportation of energy to every cell and fights fatigue internally
- Your bones to remain healthy require B12. It can lead to osteoporosis if you are deficit
- Serotonin the happy hormone is produced with the help of B12.
- It protects the nerve cells and helps prevent dementia and alzimers
- Since it supports DNA production it helps keep you looking younger and energetic
Vegetarians and Vegans have no choice but to supplement wisely with organic supplements of B12. Others could increase the intake of B12 rich foods to prevent deficiency.
