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What is folate deficiency?

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What is folate deficiency?

Folate deficiency occurs when the body is devoid of folate. Symptoms include fatigue, weakness, mouth sores and neurological issues.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How much is too much vitamin B12?

Exceeding more than 1000mcg per day is too much of vitamin B12.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is folate deficiency?

Folate deficiency occurs when the body is devoid of folate. Symptoms include fatigue, weakness, mouth sores and neurological issues.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Which is worse, folate or B12 deficiency? Why?

Both are equally bad. The symptoms of folic acid deficiency are lethargy, breathelessness, fatigue and headaches. Get a test done to know if you have anemia.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What foods improve hemoglobin and vitamin B12 levels?

All kinds of meat and poultry food items are high in vitamin B6 , B1& B12. Fish (tuna) and salmon are also rich in vitamin B12 and hemoglobin.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How does vitamin B6 or B12 help to gain energy?

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. Besides helping form red blood cells, B12 converts fat and protein to energy.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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