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Can a B12 deficiency cause stomach issues?
Can a B12 deficiency cause stomach issues?
Can a B12 deficiency cause stomach issues?
Yes, a B12 deficiency can cause stomach upset and poor digestion.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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What are low vitamin B12 levels?
Patients with B12 levels below 200 pg/mL are considered deficient or low.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
How many types of vitamin B12 are there?
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.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Are the B12 supplements useful in the long term?
Yes, they are useful for the long term
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Does anyone have a vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, vegetarians and vegans are at a risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. Additionally, it has been reported that 1.5 to 15% people globally have vitamin B12 deficiency.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
How to increase B12?
You are recommended to check with a doctor. You can either take cynocobalmin tablets or hydroxocobalamin injections to boost your vitamin B12 levels. In addition take a protein rich diet comprising of dairy, poultry and meat to increase your B12 naturally.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
VITAMIN B12
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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