How to Spot Vitamin B12 Deficiency and Get Rid of It?

Vitamin B12 is one of the most vital nutrients for the body. It is vital for a host of functions and processes in the body ranging from red blood cells production, cell metabolism regulation to DNA synthesis. Our brain and nervous functions depend heavily on Vitamin B12.Human body doesn't produce vitamin B12 on its own; therefore it is important to source the nutrient through diet. An average adult is recommended to have 2.4 micro-grams daily. Alternatively known as cobalamin, Vitamin B12 is one of the easily occurring deficiencies these days. It is extremely important to know the sources of Vitamin B12 and identify the subtle symptoms of its deficiency.


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The vitamin is chiefly found in animal products therefore vegetarians and vegan fall an easy prey to its deficiency. Dairy is also a good source of Vitamin B12. Those who cannot have animal products must ask their health expert to prescribe them some multivitamins. Some of the symptoms that are most commonly associated with Vitamin B12 deficiency include the following:
- Loss of appetite
- Digestive issues like constipation
- Muscle weakness
- Fatigue and lethargy
- Persistent anemia
- Poor memory and lack of concentration
- Shortness of breath

Some other symptoms may also include mood swings, day time drowsiness, depression, pale skin. Always remember, vitamin b12 deficiency goes largely un-diagnosed in people. You must listen to your body and monitor any occurrence of the signs mentioned above. Other than vegetarians and vegans older people and those suffering from metabolic ailments - like diabetes - or autoimmune diseases are also more susceptible to developing a vitamin B12 deficiency. Regular alcohol consumption and persistence complain of acid reflux may also trigger the deficiency.

Sources of Vitamin B12

Food

Vitamin B12 is naturally found in animal products, including fish, meat, poultry, eggs, milk, and milk products. Vitamin B12 is generally not present in plant foods, but fortified breakfast cereals are a readily available source of vitamin B12 with high bio-availability for vegetarians . Some nutritional yeast products also contain vitamin B12. Fortified foods vary in formulation, so it is important to read product labels to determine which added nutrients they contain.

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