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Why is it called vitamin B12 and not C12?
Why is it called vitamin B12 and not C12?
Why is it called vitamin B12 and not C12?
It cannot be called C12 even if the central molecule is cobalmin. It is called B12 only.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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Why don't vitamins require digestion?
Vitamins do not require digestion because either they are water soluble or fat soluble. They get dissolved and travel through different parts of the body via cells.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Which are the easily available 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 09 Dec 2024
How to increase B12?
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.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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 09 Dec 2024
When would a person need a vitamin B12 supplement?
A person would need vitamin B12 supplements if they are vegetarians, vegans or are elderly people who have problems in absorbing vitamin B12 directly from food. These supplements will help them cope up with fatigue and general weakness.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
VITAMIN B12
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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