Many are unsure if they are at risk of a vitamin B12 deficiency, if you are wondering if you are or what the symptoms may be to look out for, individuals with a vitamin B12 deficiency may include: Elderly Anyone who may have had previous surgery that included removing part of the bowel that absorbs vitamin B12 Any individual on metformin for diabetes Anyone that is following a strict vegan diet Anyone taking long-term antacid medication for heartburn What is Vitamin B12
In our opinion, an assessment of the nutrient supply should always be the preliminary step in responding to all forms of neurological and neuropsychiatric symptoms
Stay hydrated : Drinking enough water helps your body process nutrients efficiently
Reference: Dimet-Wiley AL, Latham CM, Brightwell CR, Neelakantan H, Keeble AR, Thomas NT, Noehren H, Fry CS, Watowich SJ (2024)
Typically, a healthcare professional will inject them for you, but you can also sometimes do them at home