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Frequently Asked Questions
Is cancer a deficiency of vitamin B12?
Yes, pernicious anemia can caused due to vitamin B12 deficieny make one susceptible to stomach or intestinal cancer.
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Is vitamin B12 good for sleeping?
Yes, taking vitamin B12 supplements can make you fall asleep and stay asleep due to the production of melatonin.Melatonin is responsible for inducing sleep as it works on the pineal gland.
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Why can not we produce vitamin B12 like herbivores?
It is not produced by plants and animals, only certain bacteria can produce it naturally.
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How does Vitamin B12 affect energy levels?
People with B12 deficiency have diminised energy levels and they also experience dizziness and fatigue.
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Is vitamin B12 deficiency the same as iron deficiency?
No, they are not the same.
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Is celiac disease a possibility?
Yes, it is a possibility if you have genetically inherited it from parents or a blood relation.
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What are some food sources to raise Vitamin B12 levels?
All dairy and poultry products are a good source of Vitamin B12. In addition, one can include red meat once a week to boost vitamin B 12 values
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Is vitamin B12 an immune deficiency?
Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in the red blood cell production. A B12 deficiency can interrupt the processes involved in immunity, weakening your body's defense system against disease which is caused due to low immunity.
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Who is susceptible to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Usually it has been observed that 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.
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Could I be suffering from Vitamin B12 deficiency?
If you are experiencing unexplained tiredness along with vomitting and loose motions then you might have B12 deficiency. Get a test done to know the exact cause.
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How much time is needed to fix B12 deficiency?
It depends whether you are taking a shot or medicine. It may take several weeks to 6 months to recover B12 deficiency
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How to tell I have a vitamin B12 deficiency without blood work?
If you are experiencing unexplained tiredness along with vomitting and loose motions then you might have B12 deficiency. Get a test done to know the exact cause.
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How can doctors detect if you have a vitamin B12 deficiency?
Doctors will recommend a B12 test to evaluate B 12 deficiency
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When does vitamin b12 deficiency symptoms occur?
The symptoms occur when your B 12 levels are low. The symptoms are fatigue, anemia and nausea
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Why shouldn't let your Vitamin B12 levels drop?
One should not let the levels drop because B 12 defiency causes megaloblastic anemia which can have trouble getting oxygen to your tissues and organs.
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How do I get vitamin B12 from food?
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.
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Could celiac disease be the cause of my neuropathy?
Yes, peripheral neuropathy is one of the most frequently reported neurologic manifestations associated with celiac disease.
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How can we prevent a vitamin B12 deficiency?
All dairy and poultry products are a good source of Vitamin B12. In addition, one can include red meat once a week to boost vitamin B 12 values
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Can vitamin B12 & DHA taken together?
Yes, they can be taken together there were no interactions found between the two.
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Why does vitamin B12 make me sleepy?
Yes, taking vitamin B12 supplements can make you fall asleep and stay asleep due to the production of melatonin.Melatonin is responsible for inducing sleep as it works on the pineal gland.
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What is the treatment for high vitamin B12?
You are recommended to check with a doctor. In addition, alcohol research claims that drinking alcohol in moderation helps in treating high vitamin B12 in people.
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How to decrease vitamin B12 from 1868 to a normal level?
Anything more than 900 is above normal. 1868 is very high and it should be dealt immediately to prevent kidney and liver conditions. You are recommended to take expert advise from a doctor to prevent chronic ailments.
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What does a Serum Vitamin B12 level of 850 show?
A serum vitamin B12 level between 200 pg/mL and 900 pg/mL is considered normal, however, values ranging between the values are considered good and safe.
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How badly does drinking alcohol affect vitamin b12 levels?
Studies show that drinking alcohol significantly reduces B12. Hence, if you are taking alcohol daily then you must keep your levels in check.
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What are the deficiency diseases of vitamin B?
The deficiency diseases of vitamin B 12 are beri beri, anemia and pellagra. The prominent symptoms are fatigue and lethargy.
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How long do the benefits of a vitamin B12 injection last?
They last long as long as 2 months.
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Can a CBC detect vitamin B12 deficiency?
No, CBC test does not evaluate vitamin B 12 deficiency
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