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What is the difference between vitamins B3 and B12?

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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Does every edible insect have vitamin B12?

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.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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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

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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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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 can you tell if you are low on vitamin B12 without a test?

One can suspect of having vitamin B 12 deficiency if you are constantly feeling lethargic and having nausea along with stomach upset.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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