Some of the key roles of B12 in your body include: Helping in the normal functioning of the nervous system Playing a vital role in DNA synthesis B12 is among the vitamins needed in the breakdown of amino acids and fatty acids Helps in the creation and maturation of red blood cells (hemoglobin) in the bone marrow Supports the production of digestive enzymes and the delivery of essential nutrients to and from cells Its vital to the development of a fetus in pregnant women Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause different symptoms, such as fatigue, anemia, headaches, pale skin, vision problems, mouth/tongue sores, weakness, and changes in cognitive functioning
If you have ever been told by your doctor or nurse that you are addicted to B12, you will hopefully forgive my tongue in cheek loose analogy with cannabis
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By lowering homocysteine levels, B12 can help reduce the bodys stress response and promote emotional well-being
Its cost-effective, which is why its widely used, but your body has to convert it into an active form it can use
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