This nutrient helps regulate hormone levels, which play a role in maintaining pregnancy
But for those with pernicious anemia, an autoimmune condition that attacks intrinsic factor, the passive absorption of B12 is incredibly inefficient with only one percent being taken up from your food
If your body has trouble absorbing B12, you might get daily B12 supplementation shots for around two weeks at first until you feel better
When you know you have exactly 20,000 mcg to work with, every subsequent calculation has a solid foundation
Dose and frequency Standard NHS loading is 1mg of hydroxocobalamin on alternate days for up to two weeks, then maintenance every two to three months
FAQs Why should I choose an injection over an OTC supplement