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Is the chemical vitamin B12 attracted to a magnet?

Is the chemical vitamin B12 attracted to a magnet?

This is not yet known but vitamin B12 does contain cobalt so it can have slight paramagnetic properties.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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How to decrease the vitamins B12 level from a higher level?

There is no sure shot way to decrease vitamin B12 levels, however, research hints that drinking alcohol moderately helps in decreasing vitamin B12 levels to a certain extent. 

Last updated on 16 Oct 2023

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What are the reasons vitamin B12 does not get absorbed?

Pernicious anemia is one reason why B12 does not get absorbed in the body. The other reasons are lack of hydrocholoric acid in the stomach which can prevent B12 absorption.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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What is the difference between vitamins B3 and B12?

They are an integral part of B complexes. The key difference between vitamin B3 and B12 is that vitamin B3 is important in controlling cholesterol and triglyceride levels in our blood, whereas vitamin B12 is important as a cofactor in DNA synthesis for both fatty acid and amino acid metabolism.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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Why is vitamin B12 so dangerous?

It is not very dangerous, however, excess amounts of vitmain B12 can cause headaches and nausea.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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Can vitamin B12 be taken on an empty stomach?

Yes, vitamin B12 can be taken on an empty stomach as it is a water soluble vitamin, it does not require food for better absorption of this vitamin. It can be taken 30 mins before meals or 2 hours post meals.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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VITAMIN B12

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