Are you feeling tired, worn out, and don’t have much energy? Then there is a possibility you may have a vitamin B12 deficiency.
What Does It Do?
One of the primary vitamin B12 benefits is its crucial role in energy metabolism. It is a vital component in the creation of red blood cells. It’s been unofficially coined the “energy vitamin.” Doctors frequently administer injections of it to athletes as well as those who are not getting enough naturally. Although it won’t directly cause weight loss, because B12 is known to increase your energy and metabolism, many claim it may assist with the process. In turn, clinics for losing weight are known to frequently administer shots of it.
Who Needs It?
Normally the body stores an ample reserve of B12 in the liver, however babies and young children sometimes develop deficiencies because their bodies haven’t had time to stockpile the vitamin yet (but check with a pediatrician before giving any health supplements to a child). Senior citizens and those that have had certain types of digestive tract surgery are at above-average risk, too. Also those whom do not consume meat and dairy almost certainly need to buy supplements, because this substance is not found in plant-based foods.
Even if you do get enough through your diet, there is a possibility your body isn’t metabolizing it correctly. This is a common reason many people need to supplement. In fact, 10 to 30% of older adults are known to suffer from atrophic gastritis which decreases the absorption.
Supplement Options
For those that aren’t getting enough, there are many options available. Because there are potential digestive barriers which decrease absorption, Vitamin B12 injections are popular because they help bypass that, unfortunately those require doctor visits. You can also buy vitamin B12 in high doses to maximize absorption. Also, many prefer the new vitamin B12 patch which reportedly allows it to be absorbed directly.
Disclaimer: Obviously this is, and everything else on my blog, should be discussed with your doctor before you begin. I am in no way a healthcare professional whatsoever, so all of the content on here is just meant as a resource which you can use to prompt discussion with a physician.
Monday 29 March 2010
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Very interesting content you have with vitamin supplement. I was not aware of vitamin B3 benefits. Your information is really helpful. A always know the natural vitamin supplements are useful for general health as well as health of hair.
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