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What are the causes of folic acid deficiency?

What are the causes of folic acid deficiency?

Folic acid deficiency is caused if you take too much alcohol or you are not eating nutricious meals.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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Why don't doctors test vitamins and hormones?

Doctors do recommend a B12 test to evaluate B 12 deficiency

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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Should I take Vitamin B12 or Vitamin B complex?

It depends whether you are having specifically B12 deficiency or any other disease. If you are having B12 deficiency then you are recommended to take B12.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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Does curd have a vitamin B12?

Yes, curd and all other dairy products have vitamin B12.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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How can I increase my iron and 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 and iron naturally.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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What is vitamin B6 and B12 and what does it do?

B6 and B12 are part of water soluble vitamins essential for the body. B6 helps regulate hormones and B12 helps in preventing neurological diseases and nerve damage.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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