How does vitamin B12 affect pregnancy?

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How does vitamin B12 affect pregnancy?

How does vitamin B12 affect pregnancy?

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How does vitamin B12 affect pregnancy?

Deficiency of vitamin B12 is associated with multiple pregnancy related complications such as spontaneous abortion, recurrent pregnancy loss, small for gestational age (SGA), low birth weight (LBW), intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) and overall weakness.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Why should I check my vitamin B12 levels if I'm going vegan?

This is because vegetarians and vegans are at a risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. Additionally, it has been reported that 1.5 to 15% people globally have vitamin B12 deficiency.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What happens when you don't get enough vitamin B12?

When you do not get enough of vitamin B12 then your body feels lethargic and fatigued. Additionally, you may also suffer from poor digestion.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Which are the easily available sources of Vitamin B12?

All dairy products are a good source of Vitamin B12. In addition, one can include red meat once a week to boost vitamin B 12 intake

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What does a very high level of vitamin B12 indicate?

High levels of serum cobalmin may be a sign of a serious, even life-threatening, disease. Hematologic disorders like chronic myelogeneous leukemia, promyelocytic leukemia, polycythemia vera and also the hypereosinophilic syndrome can result in elevated levels of cobalamin. You are recommended to check with a doctor.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How can you tell if you are B12 deficient?

One can suspect of having vitamin B 12 deficiency if you are constantly feeling lethargic and having nausea along with stomach upset.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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