What is the difference between vitamins B3 and B12?

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What is the difference between vitamins B3 and B12?

What is the difference between vitamins B3 and B12?

They are an integral part of B complexes. The key difference between vitamin B3 and B12 is that vitamin B3 is important in controlling cholesterol and triglyceride levels in our blood, whereas vitamin B12 is important as a cofactor in DNA synthesis for both fatty acid and amino acid metabolism.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

Does idli contain vitamin B12?

Yes, idli contains B12.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

Can you pop some vitamin B12 for a quick energy boost?

No, you are recommended to check with a doctor before taking vitamin B12.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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 23 May 2023

Why don't vitamins require digestion?

Vitamins do not require digestion because either they are water soluble or fat soluble. They get dissolved and travel through different parts of the body via cells.

Last updated on 23 May 2023

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 23 May 2023

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