Vitamin B12 is one of the water-soluble vitamins and has many functions in the human body.
It contributes to red blood cell formation, is part of some enzymes, supports energy metabolism and is essential for a healthy nervous system.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has scientifically examined and confirmed the functions of vitamin B12 in the human body. [1]
- Vitamin B12 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
- Vitamin B12 contributes to normal formation of red blood cells
- Vitamin B12 contributes to normal functioning of the immune system
- Vitamin B12 contributes to reduction of fatigue and tiredness
- Vitamin B12 contributes to normal mental functions
- Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy metabolism
- Vitamin B12 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism
- Vitamin B12 plays a role in cell division
- with increased vitamin B12 requirements
- for vegetarians with limited vitamin B12 intake from food
- for vegans to compensate for the lack of vitamin B12 sources in the diet
- during pregnancy and while breastfeeding
- with elevated homocysteine levels
- for older people whose vitamin B12 intake is limited
Vitamin B12 is found almost exclusively in animal foods, such as beef and beef liver, lamb, fish, game, salmon, prawns, scallops, poultry and eggs.
This is why vegetarians and vegans are often deficient in vitamin B12, especially if they also avoid dairy products and eggs.
Many older people also have a vitamin B12 deficiency. The reason for this is that the production of stomach acid decreases with age.
Stomach acid helps to dissolve vitamin B12 from food and make it available. If there is not enough stomach acid, a vitamin B12 supplement may be useful.
Vitamin B12 Methylcobalamin from Vitality Nutritionals is generally well tolerated and considered safe when taken at the recommended dosage. However, please note the following:
- If you have known allergies to any of the ingredients in this product or are currently taking medication, please consult your physician before use.
- This product is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
- Not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.