people at higher risk of deficiency include older adults, those with gastrointestinal issues that impair absorption, people whove had gastric surgery, long-term strict vegans who do not supplement, and those on certain acid-reducing medicines
When all is said and done, the body may not fully absorb the entire dose, and it can take time to feel the effects
delayed or undertreated b12 deficiency can cause irreversible nerve damage including subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord Please get your daughter to research B12 deficiency
For other forms, see Methylcobalamin and Adenosylcobalamin
Preparation for a vitamin B12 blood test is generally simple
It plays a role as an antioxidant and supports the breakdown of fat molecules