Can gut bacteria synthesize vitamin B12?
Vitamin B-12 is synthesised and utilised by bacteria in the human gut microbiome. However, not substantial research is done to establish the same statement.
Last updated on 23 May 2023
If your B 12 levels are too high then you may be suffering from hematologic disorders like chronic myelogeneous leukemia, promyelocytic leukemia, polycythemia vera. To know the exact cause contact your doctor and do not ignore high levels of B12 as it can be life-threatening.
All dairy products are a good source of Vitamin B12. In addition, one can include red meat once a week to boost vitamin B 12 intake
Vitamin B 12 stays as a reserve in the body for atleast 2-4 years before the reserves starts depleting.
When proton pump inhibitors are taken for more than two years, it has been associated with depletion of vitamin B12.
The sole purpose of this test is to determine deficiency of B12 in the body.
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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