Are the B12 supplements useful in the long term?
Yes, they are useful for the long term
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
One needs to take the supplements as long as it is required. You are recommended to get a blood test done before discontinuing the supplements.
When you do not get enough of vitamin B12 then your body feels lethargic and fatigued. Additionally, you may also suffer from poor digestion.
There are three forms which are important those are methylcobalamin (MeCbl), adenosylcobalamin (AdCbl), and hydroxycobalamin (OHCbl). They can help boost immune system, digestive system and overall health.
A serum vitamin B12 level between 200 pg/mL and 900 pg/mL is considered normal, however, values ranging between 300 to 350 pg/mL is recognised as a marker for a desirable status in the elderly.
A person would need vitamin B12 supplements if they are vegetarians, vegans or are elderly people who have problems in absorbing vitamin B12 directly from food. These supplements will help them cope up with fatigue and general weakness.
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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