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Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamine)

Also Known As : Cyanocobalamin, Cobalamin
Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Common names and forms

  1. Cyanocobalamin
  2. Vitamin B12

Description

Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin that the body needs but cannot produce. It is present naturally in animal products, but also added to certain foods and available as an oral supplement or injection. It is a water-soluble vitamin. Food sources of vitamin B12 include eggs, red meat, poultry, seafood, milk, yogurt, fortified cereals, nutritional yeast and fortified non-dairy milks.

Health benefits

  • Vitamin B12 helps with red blood cell formation and helps to prevent anemia.(1)
  • It helps to prevent birth defects.(1)
  • It also supports bone health and helps to prevent osteoporosis.(1)
  • Vitamin B12 also helps to reduce the risk of macular degeneration.(1)
  • It helps to improve mood and symptoms of depression.(1)

Note

Excess of Vitamin B12 can cause back pain, diarrhea, bruising, and headaches.(2)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/vitamin-b12-benefits

(2) https://www.patientslikeme.com/treatment/vitamin-b12-cyanocobalamin

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