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Becky Upham Author Becky Upham has worked throughout the health and wellness world for over 25 years
A dietary cause is often managed with daily tablets, or an injection about twice a year
I'm not medically trained
Several factors influence how long MIC B12 remains active in the body: Individual metabolic rate Frequency of injection administration Overall health status Lifestyle factors Current nutritional status The body processes these water-soluble compounds efficiently, naturally eliminating any excess amounts through urination [11]