B12

[LDMAN60119]

How much b12 should i take in a daily vit.?

[christie625]

I take a liquid version B-12 complex vitamin.  It is an intraoral product, which means you spray it in your mouth.  It allows for absorbed quickly and efficiently into the body.
Vitamin B-12 has been touted as the "pep vitamin" because it helps you form and regenerate healthy red blood cells carrying oxygen into the bloodstream.  It is necessary to prevent anemia  and for metabolism and calcium absorption.  So you may want to try this supplement and get them to retest you to see if your B-12 levels are highter with the spray or supplement.  Cause I am sure the shots are no fun!

[lchelsemom]

I think there may be a piece of info lacking here.  I h ave B12 deficiency which I  have had for years  I receive monthly injections to maintain normal B12.  It can be caused by malabsorpion problem.  In simple terms, the B12 you receive from food and regular vitamins may not be absorbed into your stomach thus requiring injections.  Low B12 can cause central nervous symptoms if not addressed.

Hope this helps -

[dande4]

I don't know what the upper limits are, but I have seen some supplements which have quite a lot in them. How much is the one you are or will be taking?

[Babycakes1]

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) properties

Good for:
making red blood cells
the formation of the nerves.

Signs of vitamin B12 deficiency:
tiredness due to anaemia
abnormalities of nervous tissue function.

Good sources of vitamin B12:
fish
liver
beef
pork
milk
cheese.


Vitamin B12 deficiency can arise in strict vegans because our dietary sources of vitamin B12 are animal in origin. The other main cause of vitamin B12 deficiency is pernicious anaemia.

Recommended daily amount: 1 microgram.

Poisoning: no danger as the vitamin dissolves in water, so excess is excreted in the urine.

Destroyed by: water, sunlight, alcohol, oestrogen and sleeping pills.