Is the chemical vitamin B12 attracted to a magnet?
This is not yet known but vitamin B12 does contain cobalt so it can have slight paramagnetic properties.
Last updated on 23 May 2023
A serum vitamin B12 level between 200 pg/mL and 900 pg/mL is considered normal, however, values ranging between 300 to 350 pg/mL is recognised as a marker for a desirable status in the elderly.
It is not very dangerous, however, excess amounts of vitmain B12 can cause headaches and nausea.
You are recommended to check with a doctor. You can either take cynocobalmin tablets or hydroxocobalamin injections to boost your vitamin B12 levels. In addition take a protein rich diet comprising of dairy, poultry and meat to increase your B12 naturally.
A person would need vitamin B12 supplements if they are vegetarians, vegans or are elderly people who have problems in absorbing vitamin B12 directly from food. These supplements will help them cope up with fatigue and general weakness.
Vitamin B 12 plays a major role in digestion by providing the gut with enough supply of red blood cells. Lack of B12 has been associated with poor gut health affecting digestion and often inducing loose motions. Hence, taking adequate amount of B 12 is recommended to maintain proper digestive function.
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