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How long does it take for vitamin B12 to leave your system?
How long does it take for vitamin B12 to leave your system?
How long does it take for vitamin B12 to leave your system?
Vitamin B 12 stays as a reserve in the body for atleast 2-4 years before the reserves starts depleting.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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How to increase B12?
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.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
How and why would you take vitamin B12 shots?
You will opt for taking vitamin B12 shots if your levels are too low. Below 200 pg/mL are considered for injections and medications as recommended by a doctor.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Does anyone have a vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, 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
How quickly will I benefit from a vitamin B12 injection?
They can affect as quickly as 48-72 hours in patients.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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