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How does vitamin B12 affect pregnancy?

How does vitamin B12 affect pregnancy?

Deficiency of vitamin B12 is associated with multiple pregnancy related complications such as spontaneous abortion, recurrent pregnancy loss, small for gestational age (SGA), low birth weight (LBW), intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) and overall weakness.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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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 23 May 2023

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How and why would you take vitamin B12 shots?

You will opt for taking vitamin B12 shots if your levels are too low. Below 200 pg/mL are considered for injections and medications as recommended by a doctor.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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Does vitamin D interact with vitamin B12?

Research is suggestive of no interactions between vitamin B 12 and vitamin D.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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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

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Which are the sources of vitamin B12?

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

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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VITAMIN B12

Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12

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