Can proton pump inhibitors cause vitamin B12 deficiency?
When proton pump inhibitors are taken for more than two years, it has been associated with depletion of vitamin B12.
Last updated on 23 May 2023
The role of vitamin B 12 is very crucial as without enough red blood cells, your tissues and organs don't get enough oxygen. As a result your body cannot work well. You will suffer from weak musles, numbness and extreme fatigue.
One can suspect of having vitamin B 12 deficiency if you are constantly feeling lethargic and having nausea along with stomach upset.
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.
Vitamin B12 is naturally present in foods of animal origin, including fish, meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products. In addition, fortified breakfast cereals and fortified nutritional meals.
Yes, insects have high level of Vitamin B12 it is estimated that they have the higest amount of vitamin D per 100 grams in powdered state.
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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