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Can proton pump inhibitors cause vitamin B12 deficiency?
Can proton pump inhibitors cause vitamin B12 deficiency?
Can proton pump inhibitors cause vitamin B12 deficiency?
When proton pump inhibitors are taken for more than two years, it has been associated with depletion of vitamin B12.
Last updated on 23 May 2023
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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 23 May 2023
What is vitamin B12 and its benefits?
The role of vitamin B 12 is very crucial as without enough red blood cells, your tissues and organs don't get enough oxygen. As a result your body cannot work well. You will suffer from weak musles, numbness and extreme fatigue.
Last updated on 23 May 2023
What type of substance contains vitamin B12?
All dairy products are a good source of Vitamin B12. In addition, one can include red meat once a week to boost vitamin B 12 intake
Last updated on 23 May 2023
VITAMIN B12
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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