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B VITAMINS ARE ESSENTIAL
FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTH

Your body needs B vitamins for protection against illnesses and conditions that are associated with B vitamin deficiency.

According to studies, B vitamin deficiency is common – more common than you might think!

• Increased Energy – Give your body the B-12 it needs for energy.
• Improved Memory – Enjoy yesterday’s memories and make new ones!
• Reduced Heart Disease Risk – B vitamins help lower homocysteine, which has been linked with heart disease and other conditions.
• Alzheimer’s Protection – Help protect yourself and your loved ones.
• Relief from B-12 Anemia – Especially important for vegetarians and vegans, gastric bypass patients, and those with digestive and pancreatic disorders.

Common Reasons for Vitamin B12 Deficiency

There are a number of reasons why a person may have Vitamin B12 deficiency. Some people lack the proper intrinsic factor to properly digest this molecule. Many times this will show up at a young age but may occur as you age, however many times it is not diagnosed properly.

Vegetarians also may be deficient because their diet does not allow them to eat sources of food derived from animals. Unfortunately, Vitamin B12 is only found in animal sources. Taking supplements of B12 will ensure that there are no issues.

It is also recommended that elderly people take Vitamin B12 supplements. It has been shown in studies that 15% of people over 65 have Vitamin B12 deficiency. This is partially caused by a decline in the gastric system, which results in poor absorption of nutrients. The preferred source of B12 for the elderly is sublingual or injectable forms, since they bypass the digestive systems.

Another culprit for B12 deficiency is gastric acid-blocking products and medication, which can lead to decreased vitamin B12 levels. This is also related to people with mal-absorption conditions such as Celiac disease, low stomach acid or those who have had stomach or intestinal surgery. Any stomach condition may result in poor absorption of nutrients.

Vitamin B12 is a very safe, and affordable, supplement with real benefits. For anyone that is concerned about their health, proper supplementation can play a very important role. If you have any of the symptoms or conditions associated with Vitamin B12 deficiency try taking a coenzyme form of B12 and a B-Complex Vitamin with Folic Acid for a two week period. If you notice any benefits, great, and if not there was no harm done. You should always check with your doctor if your symptoms continue.

One interesting thought about Vitamin B12 is that oysters were documented as an aphrodisiac food by the Romans in the second century. Could it have been that many Romans were deficient in B12, and when they ate the oysters, which are high in B12, they were no longer deficient resulting in an increase in energy and youthfulness? It’s possible.

James Gray
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